PERSONAL STATEMENT
Highly innovative and resourceful professional with 6+ years of experience creating highly engaging designs and contemporary collections for prominent brands. Well-versed in drawing sketches, using computer-aided design (CAD) software, researching fashion trends, networking with suppliers, and participating in weekly meetings. Adept at collaborating with industry experts to explore new fabric blends and eye-catching designs. Established communicator with the ability to foster strong relationships with team members and key stakeholders.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Fashion Designer
ARNE
January 2021–present, Nottingham
- Researched and designed experimental women’s collections based on a new fabric blend
- Grew customer base by 70% through creative designs with fresh looks and traditional styles
- Increased brand awareness by organising and managing annual fashion shows
- Created new ready-to-wear line for teenage girls with a summer theme and floral prints
- Analysed existing designs to create improved and innovative collections for the next volume
- Trained and mentored 25 junior designers and interns on product development lifecycle
Assistant Fashion Designer
FASHION WORKIE
February 2018–December 2020, London
- Interacted with local factory managers on a day-to-day basis to coordinate sampling and production
- Conducted in-depth research on the latest fabric trends to design a contemporary collection
- Prepared technical sketches and generated line sheets to assist senior designers
- Increased client satisfaction to 97% by managing corrections and alterations specified during fitting sessions
- Accompanied Head Designer during buyers’ meetings and presented about the latest designs
Fashion Design Intern
FABRIC FLAVOURS LIMITED
July 2016–January 2018, London
- Assisted a team of fashion designers in photoshoots, product arrangement, and model styling
- Participated in fitting sessions and accurately suggested and noted alterations
- Created CAD presentations using Illustrator and Photoshop
- Communicated with overseas agents to gather materials and fabrics for product development
EDUCATION
BA (Hons) in Fashion Design
University of Leeds
October 2015–July 2019, Leeds
Relevant Modules
Fashion Design in Practice, Fashion Portfolio, Pattern Cutting, Critical Issues in Fashion Research, Creative Product Development, Fashion Cultures and Histories
Severn Secondary School
November 2011–July 2014, Bristol
A-Levels: Design Technology (A), Art (A), Business Studies (A)
GSCEs: 10 A*-C including Maths, English, Art and Design, Design and Technology
KEY SKILLS
- Proficient in using CAD software, Autodesk Revit, Trimble SketchUp Pro, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, and CorelDraw
- Apparel design
- Product development
- Project presentation
- Resource management
- Trend analysis
- Client service & satisfaction
- Attention to detail
- Complex problem solving
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Socialising With friends and family
- Watching TV (fashion shows)
- Reading fashion magazines
- Solving puzzles
- Designing fantasy cities