Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software
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Kamalakannan K

Kamalakannan K

Technical Designer
Tirupur,Tamilnadu

Summary

Hardworking Technical Designer well-versed in managing specifications and developing basic patterns. Skilled in working with suppliers and coordinating prototypes. Ready to bring 11 years' experience in the field to a challenging new role with growth potential. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Technical Designer

Reliance Retail
09.2021 - Current
  • Worked closely with designers, production staff and merchandising team members.
  • Created basic blocks patterns and associated specs.
  • Attended fittings, documented comments for changes and sent final corrections to vendors.
  • Maintained fit consistency across all brand items.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Pattern Master

B.S. Apparel
12.2020 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated with designers to complete initial patterns and maintain styling.
  • Incorporated changes and corrections when making production patterns.
  • Used [Optitex Software] to draw details on outlined parts to indicate positions of pleats, pockets, button holes, and other features.
  • Draped designs according to designer sketches.
  • Fit garments on live models to approve fit and production.
  • Constructed sample garments for fittings and pattern adjustments.
  • Collaborated with designers to understand models and produce high-quality patterns.

Product Development Manager

Jain Amar Clothing
12.2019 - 11.2020
  • Directed concept design, feature definitions and production support.
  • Managed product launches by creating plans and coordinating with marketing teams to maximize promotional reach.
  • Maintained internal product knowledge database.
  • Conducted product inspections to meet organizational and industry standards and requirements.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

Pattern Master

Best Corporation
11.2017 - 11.2019
  • Collaborated with designers to complete initial patterns and maintain styling.
  • Draped designs according to designer sketches.
  • Incorporated changes and corrections when making production patterns.
  • Computed dimensions of patterns according to sizes.
  • Fit garments on live models to approve fit and production.
  • Developed unique patterns and designs to meet customer specifications.
  • Constructed sample garments for fittings and pattern adjustments.
  • Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

CAD Programmer

Adhira Exports
10.2015 - 11.2017
  • Utilized charts, drafting instruments and grading devices to create master patterns for each size within range of garment sizes.
  • Incorporated changes and corrections when making production patterns.
  • Computed dimensions of patterns according to sizes.
  • Wrote all specifications and sewing instructions.
  • Marked samples and finished patterns with information such as garment size, section, style, identification and sewing instructions.
  • Created digital patterns for fabric and apparel products and developed prototypes for production.

Restaurant Waiter

Abu Dhabi National Hotels
09.2012 - 09.2015
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Fabric Incharge

Meridian Apparels Ltd
10.2009 - 07.2012
  • Utilized correct material to drive finished goods quality standards.
  • Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Recorded production methods and speeds in daily logs and detailed reports outlining final products, crew activities and inventory transfers.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Diploma in CAD - Textile And Apparel

Kabiverth Academy
Tirupur
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Catering Science And Hotel Management

PSG College of Arts And Science
Coimbatore
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Bharathi Matric Hr. Sec. School
Palladam
04.2001 -

Skills

Supplier Communication

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Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of Design, Buying & Merchandise in the development of YOUSTA*.
  • Handled All category ( Mens, Women's, Kids) sample inspection on time and launched the first store on time.

Software

Optitex

Tukatech

Gemini

Orbito

Timeline

Technical Designer

Reliance Retail
09.2021 - Current

Pattern Master

B.S. Apparel
12.2020 - 08.2022

Product Development Manager

Jain Amar Clothing
12.2019 - 11.2020

Pattern Master

Best Corporation
11.2017 - 11.2019

CAD Programmer

Adhira Exports
10.2015 - 11.2017

Restaurant Waiter

Abu Dhabi National Hotels
09.2012 - 09.2015

Fabric Incharge

Meridian Apparels Ltd
10.2009 - 07.2012

Diploma in CAD - Textile And Apparel

Kabiverth Academy
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Catering Science And Hotel Management

PSG College of Arts And Science
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Bharathi Matric Hr. Sec. School
04.2001 -

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