Senior Design Director, Ladies Sports Wear
CV
Professional Summary
Creative Design Director with over 25 years of experience in the fashion industry. An innovative dynamic visionary managing design, product, and brand development. Meeting deadlines and managing teams while adapting brand expression to the ever-changing market. Apparel designer in ladies' junior, missy, and plus. Skilled in working with product genetics, translating color, graphics, and materials to meet trend directions, design, and development. Proven team player working proactively and collaboratively with sales teams to market product lines.Design innovation, quality, schedule, and development of brands and products. Develops and coordinates creative vision and development with overseas partners.
Skills
Art Direction​ Project Management Concept Development Brand Development Adobe Illustrator Design Strategy
Senior Designer, Art Director / Merchandiser Smiles - Fashion Group
Create new designs in line with current trends and the target audience for top and dresses. Research fabrics, prints and color trends. Accountable for managing , motivating and providing creative direction for design staff. Lead weekly design , product development and sales meetings.
Designer/ Merchandiser - Giselle Apparel
Created and designed line from initial concept to the final production stage for updated missy sportswear, plus size, and maternity lines; increased company volume by 50% Responsible for fabric designs and coloration for all woven fabrics, including plaids, stripes, prints, and embroideries.
Head Designer, Art Director / Merchandiser for ladies fashion - Krazy Kat
Created and designed updated missy, junior, plus size, and maternity collections from concept to the production stage. Designed a junior collection for a JCPenney. Traveled domestically to work with major accounts for private label. Predicted trends, shopped both domestic and European markets. Trained and supervised New York production team, designers and Indian merchandising office.
Work Experience
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
Fashion Design Associates