Dartanya Butcher
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OBJECTIVE
Obtain a fashion designing position with a dynamic company utilizing my
knowledge and fashion training. My goal is to produce amazing collections
that are fresh, unique, appealing and marketable.
COMPREHENSIVE PORTFOLIO AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST[pic]
STRENGTH-SKILLS-ABILITIES
. Garment construction knowledge, from garment conceptualization stage,
through pattern drafting and final garment assembly.
. Strong fashion and color sense with the ability to adapt designs to an
ever-changing market.
. Computer skills- MS Office, Word Perfect, CAD, SABRE, Adobe
Illustrator, Photoshop.
. Good knowledge of fabrics trims, prints and details.
. Great trend research and forecasting to pin point design needs for
individual clients target market.
. Apparel construction for specialty market class, tie-dyeing, screen
printing, fabrication manipulation and techniques.
. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
. Possess strong organizational skills, and problem solving skills.
. Outgoing, self-motivated, able to set effective priorities and
implement strategic plans to achieve goals and meet operational
deadlines.
. Adapts easily to new concepts, responsibilities, performing as team
member or independently.
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NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
. Robert Tagliapietra and Jeffrey Costello Critic's Award "finding her
collection to have an artsy, explorative approach to fashion", 2010
. Coats & Clark Experience, design competition winner of a Singer sewing
machine, 2009
. Featured Designer in MF Magazine, 2009
. Freelance Designer, TBGR Couture, 2004-2008, Sweet Kokoro, 2011
. Worked Fashion Show- Nary Manivong, 2008
. Research Assistant Super Heroes book/exhibit at the Met -Peter Coogan,
2008
. Editors Choice Award, International Library of Poetry, 2007
. Designed Collections that were shown during Cleveland Fashion Week,
2004-2006
. Scene Magazine award "best up and coming fashion designer", 2006
. Certified Scuba Diver
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EMPLOYMENT
. David's Bridal, Lyndhurst OH, Alterations Seamstress, fittings,
alterations and customer service.
. Curves, Streetsboro OH, Circuit Coach- trainer, clerical and cashier
duties. 2010-2011
. Pencey 230 W. 38th Street NYC, Intern, sketching, pattern drafting,
illustrator, sewing sample garments, tech packs, 2009
. Cool World Network- wardrobe stylist on Caprice, 2008-2011
. Promotional Modeling, Ohio, Model, Hot Import Nights-Pepsi, All You
Magazine, Group leader Dunkin Donuts, etc, 2004-2010
. Kent State University Dining Service/Pete's Pizza Arena, Kent, OH,
Food Services - operating register, cooking, cleaning, and customer
service, 2005-2007
. West Virginia Workers Compensation, Big Chimney, WV, Office Assistant
- filing microfiche, and clerical duties.
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EDUCATION
. B.A., Fashion Design, 2010
Kent State University, Kent, OH
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SUMMARY
Highly passionate and motivated person committed to achieving better
results every time. My education, experience and personal drive make me
an asset to your organization.
6561 Michigan Ave
Kent OH, 44240
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