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OBJECTIVE
To obtain an entry level position within the fashion industry where I can effectively utilize my creativity and sewing
skills.
EDUCATION
The Illinois Institute of Art- Chicago, IL Graduating September 08
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion Design
GPA- 3.3
PROJECTS & ACTIVITIES
Magnificent Mile Project- Chicago, IL Spring Quarter 2007
-Represented Monaco Business Development- Created a waterproof garment displayed on a fiberglass dress form placed in
a garden at 625 N. Michigan Avenue for the summer of 2007
-Interpreted desired mood that MBD wanted and used creative problem solving skills to make garment out of weather safe
materials
-Also designed and created a wearable garment that complimented the piece
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE- Vernon Hills, IL
Hollys Handbags- Assistant Designer 2006-2007
-Created one of a kind handbags sold online and in store
-In charge of recording custom order specs for processing
-Utilized sketching, pattern making, and construction skills to make successful bags
-Assisted in networking, orders and POS purchases at a personal home event
-Key holder at store- responsible for both opening and closing shifts
Prom Dresses- Designer 2003-present
-Consulted with client about desired dress (sketches, color, fabric etc.)
-Made pattern and created mock up of dress for fit alterations
-Utilized sewing skills for dress construction (attention to detail)
-Made sure that client was satisfied with final fitting
WORK EXPERIENCE
Gloria Jeans Coffee Bean- Vernon Hills, IL Barista 2001-2006
-Ability to work positively in a team environment during high volume situations
-Communicate with a variety of personalities and identify individual needs to ensure customer satisfaction
-Learned excellent spacial thinking for creating visual displays of store merchandise
Peets Coffee and Tea- Evanston, IL Barista 2007-Present
-Work was recognized as clean and organized therefore put in charge of leading this improvement in the store
-Maintain a multitude of coffee bean, tea, and hardware knowledge
-Observant of implementing myself into any service role necessary to keep the flow of customers calm and comfortable
SKILLS
EXPERT
Microsoft Office
I Work 08
Photoshop
Illustrator
KNOWLEDGEABLE
Sewing construction
Sketching
Patternmaking
Gerber
FAMILIAR
U4ia
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