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Sandra Garcia

Toronto,ON

Summary

Driven by a creative vision, elevated design quality and market presence at RP JEANS through innovative fashion design and expert pattern making. Collaborating with teams and leading seasonal revamps, significantly boosted customer engagement.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Fashion Designer

RP JEANS
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, guiding the development of new collections accordingly.
  • Created unique and trendsetting garments, securing a loyal customer base and positive media coverage.
  • Worked closely with production teams to ensure high-quality manufacturing and timely delivery of products.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Designed sampling displays to enhance consumer interest.
  • Led collaborative effort to revamp seasonal collection, significantly increasing media coverage and customer engagement.
  • Participated in trade shows to showcase garments and attract buyers.
  • Collaborated with stylists and photographers to create creative fashion campaigns.

Head Designer Pattern Maker

SENBIS
05.2013 - 01.2015
  • Liaised with vendors to source unique fabrics that complemented our designs, enhancing overall style coherence among different pieces within each collection.
  • Reviewed technical packs prior to production for accuracy in measurements, construction details, and fabric requirements.
  • Increased overall design quality through meticulous attention to detail during pattern drafting, grading, and adjustments.
  • Maintained organized digital archives of patterns, facilitating easy retrieval and modification as needed for future projects or customer requests.
  • Conducted regular fit sessions with models, making necessary pattern adjustments to achieve desired aesthetics and comfort levels.
  • Enhanced garment designs by implementing creative pattern-making techniques and utilizing industry software.
  • Reduced production time for new collections by streamlining the pattern-making process and collaborating with other team members.
  • Collaborated with fashion designers to create cohesive collections, ensuring accurate translation of design concepts into patterns.
  • Assisted in expanding the company''s product offerings by developing patterns for a diverse range of garments and accessories.
  • Served as a mentor to junior pattern makers, sharing expert knowledge and fostering professional growth within the team.

Assistant Pattern Designer

Avante Textil
02.2012 - 04.2013
  • Supported marketing efforts through the development of visually appealing product images, enhancing brand recognition among target audiences.
  • Ensured timely delivery of completed patterns by setting realistic timelines and effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Facilitated constructive design critiques, eliciting valuable feedback from colleagues leading to continuous improvement in pattern quality.
  • Participated in trade shows to stay updated on industry advancements and maintain relationships with existing partners while forging new connections.
  • Collaborated with fashion designers to create cohesive seasonal collections that aligned with brand identity and customer preferences.
  • Improved pattern design process by streamlining communication between team members and optimizing workflow.

Education

FASHION DESIGNER - Fashion Design And Production

PERLEI
TOLUCA, MEXICO
06.2010

Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Bachelorship

UAEMEX
TOLUCA, MEXICO
07.2007

Skills

Creative vision

Pattern Making

Fashion design

problem-solving

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Fashion Designer

RP JEANS
02.2015 - 03.2016

Head Designer Pattern Maker

SENBIS
05.2013 - 01.2015

Assistant Pattern Designer

Avante Textil
02.2012 - 04.2013

FASHION DESIGNER - Fashion Design And Production

PERLEI

Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Bachelorship

UAEMEX

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