Sales Development

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August 30, 2011

JESSICA L. SURBAUGH

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FASHION CREATIVE / WRITER [FASHION & SELF-DEVELOPMENT]

Prospers when immersed in the observation & interpretation of fashion collections, articles, & images. Confident in

ability to select pieces that coalesce with a desired aesthetic. Showcases a deeply intuitive talent for integrating &

styling garments. Creative output is best described as rich, organic, & energizing. Seamlessly merges thoughts &

visuals into clever & expressive written form. Exhibits an extremely competent eye for editing as well as capacit y for

recollection of details. Produces innovative & thrilling content & marketing ideas. A bility to dynamically relate to a

target audience to create a thriving community. Excels in working with w omen to develop self-image & self-confidence.

• Social media • Concept/trend boards

• Trend research and analysis • Designer/collection research

• Interpersonal communication and collaboration • Self-development and inspirational coaching

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Designer at SaraMax Apparel Group [New York, NY: September 2008 – October 2010]

• A ssisted in designing intimate apparel for mass-market retailers [specializing in bras and novelty panties]

• Contributed to initial trend research and concept development

• Executed trend boards and concept illustrations

• Created tech packs and specs using Lectra software

• Coordinated all initial styling and proto sampling

• Served as liaison to factories abroad regarding sourcing, sampling, and production

• Worked with in-house product development and sales teams regarding sourcing of materials and pricing

• Corresponded and attended meetings with prospective buyers

• A ssisted spec team with garment fittings from initial samples to production samples

• Managed graphic artists and interns

New York Fashion Week Intern at Araks [New York, NY: September 2008]

• Worked directly with designer Araks Yeramyan and her team on preparations for the Araks Spring 2009 RTW show

• Errands, sewing, styling, sample delivery, dressed models backstage during show

EDUCATION

VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY [VIRGINIA TECH] - Blacksburg, VA

B.S Apparel Design, Minor in French Language [December 2007]

• Related Courses: Advanced Patternmaking, Draping, Fashion Illustration, Textile Evaluation, Marketing Management

• Studied abroad - Tour of the European fashion capitals [London, Paris, Milan, Florence] - May 2006

INTERESTS

• Yoga • Thrifting

• Traveling • Sunshine

• Health & wellness • NY Yankees & VT Hokies

• Beautiful items, clothing, places, cultures, histories, personalities