HELLO
Welcome to my portfolio
I invite you to explore my site to get a better understanding of my specialties, technique and professional experience. What you’ll find is a combination of commissioned work, as well as some personal passion projects of my own. Enjoy browsing, and feel free to drop a line if you have any questions. :-)
ABOUT ME
Personal Profile
I’m a designer / technical designer based in New York City. My work is focused on concept design, product development and fit correction on Women’s activewear. I’m happy to apply the experience and skills that I’ve obtained in my career in order to manage projects through creative problem solving and innovative thinking. I possess a strong eye for detail and can thrive independently as well as in a team environment.
If you need someone for a long-term collaboration, I’d love to hear from you. Don't hesitate to contact me so we can discuss how we can do some great work together.
PAST AND CURRENT EXPERIENCE
Past & Current Roles
January 2023 - Now
ASSISTANT TECH DESIGNER, EXPRESS, INC
Specing and preparing samples for live model fitting in Women's Denim Bottom.
Assisted senior designers with fit comments, pattern corrections and daily commutation with overseas vendors.
Updated BOM, construction details and create sample specs in YuniquePLM.
Ran tracking reports weekly via PLM to project workload and ensure all products are in TNA.
Cooperated with design, production and merchant closely for seasonal development.
March 2017 - Dec 2022
DESIGNER / TECHNICAL DESIGNER, CY FASHION CORP.
Woven & Knit Cut-sew, Seamless, Missy & Plus Activewear
Researched Trends and Created Mood Boards for Seasonal Presentations
Completed Tech Packs with Specs and Construction Details Including Flats, BOM and Art Work
Worked Efficiently with Oversea to Ensure all Styles, Fit, Construction and Specs Meeting Standard for Aesthetic of the Brands
Followed up Closely with Production Team Members to Deliver Project and Production Requirements, Develop Solutions and Meet Deadlines
Experienced in Walmart and Groupon DVS
August 2015 - October 2015
INTERN, C&A (SHANGHAI OFFICE)
Organized Proto Samples for Fit Department
Collaborated Design through CADs and Tech Packs with Guidance from Senior Designers
Coordinated Efficiently with Team Members to Grow Contributions through Diligent Focus and Attention to Details
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
My Studies
CLO'S 3D, FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
April 2023 - Aug 2023
Advanced CLO's 3D Garment Visualization Certificate
ASSOCIATE DEGREE, FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
August 2019 - May 2022
Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Design Apparel
Draping and Garment Construction
Design Concept Development
BACHELOR DEGREE, SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING SCIENCE
August 2012 - June 2016
Bachelor of Science in Fashion Design and Engineering
Pattern Making and Grading
Technological Design in Garment Construction
Certificate of Intermediate Patternmaker
3D Videos
Puff Jacket and Cargo Trousers
Puff Jacket and Cargo Trousers
Ballet Dancing Dress
Bodysuit Practice
PROFICIENCIES
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
Research Trends and Markets for Novelty and Innovation.
Work Closely with Clients and Sales to Deliver Seasonal Presentation such as Mood Boards, Fabrications and Style Lines.
TECHNICAL DESIGN
Create Initial Tech Packs with Block Specs Including Flats, Construction Details, BOM and Prints Layout.
Review and Measure Overseas Proto Garments against Requested Specs for Fit and Construction.
Coordinate the Fitting & Review of Proto Garments with Appropriate Technical Design and Clients for Approval.
PRODUCTION FOLLOW-UP
Adheres to Department Timelines and the Production T&A.
Handle Multiple Styles in Production and Follow up through from First Proto to Final TOP Sample.
Work Efficiently with Oversea team Members to Deliver Project Requirements, Develop Solutions and Meet Deadlines.
