Gloria Sepulveda
Long Beach
Summary
Creative Director with extensive experience in leading innovative children's clothing collections. Demonstrated expertise in project management and quality assurance, driving brand consistency and operational excellence.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
Isobella and Chloe
S. El Monte
01.2009 - 03.2020
- Directed creative vision for seasonal collections at a children's clothing brand.
- Oversaw production processes ensuring quality and brand consistency across collections.
- Coordinated with vendors to source materials aligned with design objectives.
- Reviewed designs and provided constructive feedback to enhance overall quality.
- Directed photo shoots with external vendors to ensure quality standards were met.
- Proposed concepts using rough sketches, storyboards or mood boards.
- Managed art direction for marketing campaigns and promotional materials.
- Oversaw daily production operations to ensure workflow efficiency and quality standards.
- Coordinated with suppliers to maintain optimal inventory levels and timely deliveries.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
- Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of production data such as labor costs, output, and quality control results.
Production Manager
Designers Touch
Monterey
11.1999 - 12.2008
- Managed production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Coordinated communication between departments to streamline operations and resolve issues.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards throughout production.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure adequate supplies for uninterrupted production flow
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Created reports on productivity levels, cost analysis, and inventory status.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
- Managed budgets related to purchasing materials or hiring additional personnel.
- Drafted and updated production documentation tracking status and delivery timelines.
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Laundry By Shelli Segal
Los Angeles
09.1998 - 10.1999
- Coordinated daily operations for fashion merchandise and inventory management.
- Managed communication between design and production teams for timely deliverables.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
Production Manager
Mako Inc.
Monterey Park
05.1993 - 08.1998
- Managed daily production schedules and workflows to optimize efficiency.
- Coordinated material procurement to ensure timely availability for production processes.
- Collaborated with design teams to align production with project specifications.
- Facilitated communication between departments for seamless operations and problem-solving.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates, and inventory levels to determine product availability.
- Reviewed customer feedback to determine if changes are necessary in order to improve product quality or customer satisfaction levels.
- Drafted and updated production documentation tracking status and delivery timelines.
- Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities.
- Produced daily operations report forecasting staffing needs and production volume to support cost-reduction and service improvement initiatives.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Adobe Illustrator
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06-2021
GED -
East Los Angeles Occupational Center
Los Angeles 09-1991
Skills
- Creative vision
- Art direction
- Design
- Project management
- Production scheduling
- Product development
- Budget management
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Calm under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Organization and time management
- Fluent in Spanish
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Creative Director
Isobella and Chloe
01.2009 - 03.2020
Production Manager
Designers Touch
11.1999 - 12.2008
Send out coordinator
Laundry By Shelli Segal
09.1998 - 10.1999
Production Manager
Mako Inc.
05.1993 - 08.1998
Certificate of Technical Studies - Adobe Illustrator
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
GED -
East Los Angeles Occupational Center