PRECIOUS TAIWO
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Talented and results-oriented creative professional with experience leading teams, managing budgets and developing strategies to engage target audiences. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Artistic individual with desire to help people feel beautiful by matching suitable apparel with each body type. Offering over 10 years of expertise in creating memorable experiences in the fashion industry .
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tailor
ANDY YUEN COUTURE TAILORS
02.2021 - Current
- Provided high-quality alteration and repairs for clothing and drapery.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized tailoring services and alterations.
- Repaired and replaced defective garment pockets, pocket flags and coat linings.
- Developed customer trust by consistently delivering superior quality alterations and repairs within promised timelines.
- Created new garments based on established parameters or specific body measurements.
Head Designer
SESA
06.2020 - Current
- Reduced production costs by optimizing material usage and implementing sustainable practices into the design process.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance and constructive feedback to improve their skills and professional growth.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively and managing time efficiently.
- Enhanced costume quality by implementing innovative design techniques and materials.
- Used Adobe Creative Suite to edit images for use in marketing materials and website content.
PRODUCT DEVELOPER
FREE LABEL
02.2016 - 07.2020
- Identified potential risks in project timelines or budgets early on, implementing proactive solutions to avoid delays or cost overruns.
- Provided technical expertise during product design, contributing to improved functionality and user experience.
- Coordinated with suppliers and manufacturers to secure favorable pricing agreements for raw materials, reducing overall production costs.
- Developed innovative products for increased customer satisfaction and market share growth.
- Scheduled production and work-in-progress tracking and reports.
- Documented each step in product's design process for use in manuals.
- Wrote comprehensive user manuals for new products and additional technical documentation.
- Collaborated with team of engineers to develop new products.
STYLIST
NORDSTROM
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members and assisting with tasks as necessary.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and industry news, ensuring relevant styling suggestions for clients.
- Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
Education
No Degree - Fashion
CARVERGIRL LEATHER CO
Toronto, ON05.2023
DIPLOMA IN FASHION - FASHION
VCAD
VANCOUVER09.2022
Skills
- Sewing
- Layout Design
- Sketching abilities
- Adobe software's
- Painting
- Leather works
- Excel
- Video Editing
- Brand identity
- Patternmaking
- Photography
- Tech-Savvy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
YORUBA
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Tailor
ANDY YUEN COUTURE TAILORS
02.2021 - Current
Head Designer
SESA
06.2020 - Current
STYLIST
NORDSTROM
11.2016 - 11.2018
PRODUCT DEVELOPER
FREE LABEL
02.2016 - 07.2020
No Degree - Fashion
CARVERGIRL LEATHER CO
DIPLOMA IN FASHION - FASHION
VCAD
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