UNTUCKIT, New York, NY 2/2023- Present
Senior Technical Designer
- Communicated and collaborated extensively with vendors and factories on a daily basis.
- Worked cross functionally with various teams to develop seasonal proto samples.
- Corrected patterns to refine the fit of various product categories.
- Evaluated and refined different sizes and grading of various product categories.
- Established new blocks for ease of use seasonally.
- Fitted and ensured approved samples are held to high industry standards.
MARINE LAYER, San Francisco, CA 11/2021- 2/2023
Senior Technical Designer
- Oversaw all Menswear collection from development to production.
- Worked closely with CEO, Merchandising and Design Team to establish intended fits.
- Updated and aligned fits on various product categories.
- Reviewed and approved all pattern work from factories before bulk production.
- Managed and mentored an assistant.
- Managed and tracked samples to ensure meeting time and action dates.
- Collaborated with cross functional team members to problem solve.
- Managed and pushed for fittings to keep the team on track.
- Established a collaborative team environment to shift and prioritized workload.
ALICE + OLIVIA, New York, NY 3/2020- 2/2021
Senior Technical Designer
- Lead and implemented team oriented processes.
- Fitted virtually and approved for production within tight delivery deadlines.
- Presented various options to problem solve.
- Pivoted and launched special projects from development to production.
- Achieved best selling style status of various styles.
- Completed beautiful collections with record breaking sales.
MICHAEL KORS, New York, NY 3/2016- 3/2020
Senior Technical Designer
- Managed and lead a team of two Technical Designers.
- Delegated and distributed over 300 styles per peak season.
- Worked closely with Designer and Design Team to establish intended fit.
- Improved grading of various size categories of Missy, Petite, and Woman.
- Fitted and approved for production within tight delivery deadlines.
- Analyzed and corrected patterns to problem solve fit issues.
- Explored alternative construction methods for a better garment.
- Established and maintained size standards for each product category.
- Managed and prioritized an extensive fit schedule to maximize efficiency.
- Mediated and encouraged a productive and cohesive team.
AEROPOSTALE, New York, NY 4/2014- 3/2016
Technical Designer
- Managed all Mens and Boys Denim categories.
- Executed and developed various styles from prototype through production.
- Maintained and updated various core block fits.
- Examined patterns and communicated corrections to overseas factories.
- Prioritized and maintained TA calendar to meet deadlines.
- Measured and maintained fit models measurement history.
- Worked with various Designers and Department Managers to problem solve.
RACHEL ROY, New York, NY 5/2011- 3/2014
Technical Designer
- Executed various styles from prototype through production.
- Tracked and maintained sample development and line sheet.
- Measured and created specs for individual garments.
- Attended fittings for all stages of development and production.
- Issued graded specs and trim pages for production.
- Executed and communicated pattern corrections to overseas factories.
- Communicated with Designers and various Department Managers to problem solve.
- Worked with all sportswear categories in wovens, cut and sew knits, and leather.
- Supervised and trained associates and freelancers in PLM.
JONES NEW YORK SUIT, New York, NY 10/2006-3/2011
Associate Technical Designer
Assistant Technical Designer
- Managed all samples developed in house and overseas.
- Supervised workflow of sample room and staff of 10.
- Initiated and created tech packs in PLM.
- Attended fittings and communicated corrections to overseas and sample room.