10 years of professional experience working as a fashion designer for reputable companies such as BCBG Max Azria Group and Kellwood Company. Ability to design and develop a successful clothing line from concept to delivery while adhering to a strict time and action calendar. Highly motivated, organized and goal oriented with extensive knowledge in many facets of apparel design. Skills listed as follows: -Develop color palettes and design direction -Research trends and create mood boards -Hand sketching and fashion illustration -Illustrator CAD’s -Tech packs -Pattern requests -Original print development including repeats and placement prints -Fabric and trim sourcing -Trim development, fabric treatments and beading layouts -Strong knowledge of yields -Cost sheets and Trim cards -Production approvals -Creating line sheets and product information packets -Communicating with factories and vendors