Fashion Designer
- Created designs for seasonal collections, researching trends and fabrics to inform design decisions.
- Developed sketches of garments and accessories, selecting fabrics, colors and trims.
- Collaborated with team members on all aspects of the design process from concept to production.
- Communicated regularly with sales staff regarding new designs and product information.
- Analyzed customer feedback to understand market trends and preferences.
- Trained junior designers on fashion illustration techniques using Adobe Illustrator software.
- Drafted detailed reports outlining design changes required by customers or management teams.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor costs, material costs, shipping expenses.
- Evaluated competitors' products in order to stay abreast of current market conditions.
- Conducted research on historical costume styles as well as contemporary fashion trends.
- Constructed and styled garments by hand and by machines.
- Managed design process of new accessories to fit with clothing line.
- and customer feedback.