OLIVIA CRAIG
Chesterfield
Summary
Results-driven and passionate professional possessing foundational sewing skills, strong attention to detail, and a genuine enthusiasm for craftsmanship and learning specialized historical techniques. Eager to leverage these qualities to provide valuable support to a dynamic organization and contribute to its overall success. Knowledge and experience in creation of historic reproduction garments ranging from the mid 19th century through the modern era.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sewing Machine Operator
Jim’s Formal Wear, Anderson
Anderson
04.2024 - Current
- Execute garment alterations for rental formalwear, ensuring a precise fit for each individual.
- Inspect and identify potential issues with garments, promptly resolving any concerns to uphold quality standards.
- Skillfully maintain and troubleshoot sewing machines and related equipment to ensure their optimal functionality.
- Manage inventory and supplies, ensuring an adequate stock of materials needed for daily operations.
- Collaborate with colleagues to streamline processes, optimize efficiency, and uphold the establishment's reputation for excellence in garment care.
- Assist in inventory (jewelry, garments, teardown) production for other departments.
Independent Seamstress
Self-employeed
Chesterfield, IN
01.2000 - Current
- 20 + years experience performing alterations spanning from work clothing to formal wear.
- Fifteen + years sewing and designing historic and historically inspired mid 19th century costuming.
- Designed and created custom garments tailored to client specifications.
- Developed innovative sewing techniques to improve garment durability and fit.
- Advised in aspects of fabric selection, ensuring quality and suitability for projects.
Uniform Lead
Harrah’s Hoosier Park, Anderson
Anderson
01.2008 - 01.2023
- Execute garment alterations for employee uniforms, ensuring a precise fit for each individual.
- Cultivate and manage vendor relationships to procure uniforms and essential supplies for the department.
- Skillfully maintain and troubleshoot sewing machines and related equipment to ensure their optimal functionality.
- Previously served as a Wardrobe Assistant for special events and concerts (position no longer active).
- Collaborate in conducting monthly inventory assessments, providing valuable assistance in the process.
Seamstress
Best-Way Cleaners, Anderson
Anderson
01.2001 - 01.2008
- Executed garment alterations ranging from basic button replacements to intricate modifications for formal wear, catering to clients from both the Nichol Ave store and Scatterfield store.
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting patrons at the front counter, ensuring a seamless and satisfying experience.
- Completed regular dry-cleaning tasks efficiently, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and fabric care.
- Inspected and identified potential issues with garments, promptly resolving any concerns to uphold quality standards.
- Collaborated with colleagues to streamline processes, optimize efficiency, and uphold the establishment's reputation for excellence in garment care.
Education
Art Education
Ball State
Muncie01-1995
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Self-motivation
- Creativity
- Ability to Multitask
- Fast Learner
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Industrial Sewing
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Historic Interpretation
Certification
Indiana Master Naturalist Certification, IDNR 2023
Timeline
Sewing Machine Operator
Jim’s Formal Wear, Anderson
04.2024 - Current
Uniform Lead
Harrah’s Hoosier Park, Anderson
01.2008 - 01.2023
Seamstress
Best-Way Cleaners, Anderson
01.2001 - 01.2008
Independent Seamstress
Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current
Art Education
Ball State
DETAILS
- 505 North Street
- Chesterfield, IN, 46017
- (765) 602-4152
- craigolivia99@gmail.com