Apparel Designer
Experiences
Jujube- Product Manager March 2019- Present
• Took on a multifaceted leadership position, holding concurrent responsibilities as Concept Designer, Technical Designer, Product Development Manager for the optimal production of Jujube’s On The Go product line.
• Responsible for consumer insights, margin management, line plan, SKU analysis, business analysis, road mapping, new product introduction, presentations, support brand marketing (packaging, product positioning, merchandising, naming/branding/messaging).
Vans- SMU Apparel Designer April 2018- March 2019
• Designs and develops special apparel requests from Vans DTC, wholesale accounts and Europe for all categories.
• Reviews and makes comments on all lab dips, strike offs, fabrics, trims, and fit samples for approval in a timely manner to ensure quality product and on time deliveries.
Spiritual Gangster- Men’s & Boys Associate Designer June 2017- April 2018
• Designed and developed the Men’s & Boys product line including knit and woven tops/bottoms, outerwear, active apparel, and accessories.
• Met with vendors and sourced trims, fabrics, and embellishments based on seasonal needs.
• Led fit sessions and communicated fit direction to tech design.
• Created and revised BOMs to ensure accuracy for ordering & manufacturing of assigned styles.
• Communicated with overseas and domestic partners to ensure design intent.
Eddie Bauer- Men’s Associate Designer March 2016- May 2017
• Designed and developed with Senior Designers in knits, sweaters, woven tops/bottoms, denim, and accessories for Men’s Core Lifestyle, Travex, Sport Shop and Motion product lines.
• Worked closely with Design, Product Manager, and Product Development teams to achieve product execution.
• Reviewed all prototype samples for construction, silhouette, fit, and trim details.
• Responsible for lab dips, handlooms, knit down approvals, and fit comments.
Vionic- Design Assistant September 2013- November 2014
• Generated tech packs, line sheets, sample requests and supporting illustrations within seasonal timelines.
• Provided supporting role to the design & development departments in all aspects of product creation to production.
U.S. Air Force- Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist/ Instructor November 2005- August 2012
• Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran.
Education
FIDM/ The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising July 2013- July 2015
(B.S.) Bachelor of Science Degree: Business Management
FIDM/ The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising April 2011- December 2012
(A.A.) Associate of Arts Degree: Merchandise Product Development
Experiences
Jujube- Product Manager March 2019- Present
• Took on a multifaceted leadership position, holding concurrent responsibilities as Concept Designer, Technical Designer, Product Development Manager for the optimal production of Jujube’s On The Go product line.
• Responsible for consumer insights, margin management, line plan, SKU analysis, business analysis, road mapping, new product introduction, presentations, support brand marketing (packaging, product positioning, merchandising, naming/branding/messaging).
Vans- SMU Apparel Designer April 2018- March 2019
• Designs and develops special apparel requests from Vans DTC, wholesale accounts and Europe for all categories.
• Reviews and makes comments on all lab dips, strike offs, fabrics, trims, and fit samples for approval in a timely manner to ensure quality product and on time deliveries.
Spiritual Gangster- Men’s & Boys Associate Designer June 2017- April 2018
• Designed and developed the Men’s & Boys product line including knit and woven tops/bottoms, outerwear, active apparel, and accessories.
• Met with vendors and sourced trims, fabrics, and embellishments based on seasonal needs.
• Led fit sessions and communicated fit direction to tech design.
• Created and revised BOMs to ensure accuracy for ordering & manufacturing of assigned styles.
• Communicated with overseas and domestic partners to ensure design intent.
Eddie Bauer- Men’s Associate Designer March 2016- May 2017
• Designed and developed with Senior Designers in knits, sweaters, woven tops/bottoms, denim, and accessories for Men’s Core Lifestyle, Travex, Sport Shop and Motion product lines.
• Worked closely with Design, Product Manager, and Product Development teams to achieve product execution.
• Reviewed all prototype samples for construction, silhouette, fit, and trim details.
• Responsible for lab dips, handlooms, knit down approvals, and fit comments.
Vionic- Design Assistant September 2013- November 2014
• Generated tech packs, line sheets, sample requests and supporting illustrations within seasonal timelines.
• Provided supporting role to the design & development departments in all aspects of product creation to production.
U.S. Air Force- Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist/ Instructor November 2005- August 2012
• Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran.
Education
FIDM/ The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising July 2013- July 2015
(B.S.) Bachelor of Science Degree: Business Management
FIDM/ The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising April 2011- December 2012
(A.A.) Associate of Arts Degree: Merchandise Product Development