-*Guadalupe Huicochea
South Gate, CA 90280
(Home) 323-***-****
(Cell Phone) 323- 944-6201
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Skills
A determined, fast learning, and reliable Merchandise Product Developer with the
following skills:
Proficient in PC programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop)
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Capable to translate trends into product designs for targeted customers
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Trend research analysis
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Ability to sketch original concept into flat sketch
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Knowledge of colors, fabrics, trims, and raw materials
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Ability to create seasonal concept boards
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Knowledge of garment construction
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Ability to work in teams
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Oral and written communication skills
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Bilingual (English & Spanish)
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Education
FIDM / The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles,
CA
Associate of Arts Degree Major: Merchandise Product Development Summer
2010
Ÿ Recently graduated from FIDM/ FIDM Alumni
Ÿ Will be defined as a Merchandise Product Developer with an Associates of Arts
Degree by Summer 2010
Ÿ Achieved a GPA of 3.0 (Honors)
Ÿ Fulfilled courses include: Marketing & Brand Development, The Retail Environment,
Merchandise Trend Analysis, Merchandise Strategies, Production & Sourcing
Strategies, Design Fundamentals
Experience
JC Penney Downey, CA October 2006 - January
2007
Customer Service/ Cashier
Ÿ Established a strong client base to exceed sales goals
Coordinated daily cash reconciliation at high-volume flagship location
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Maintained inventory control; processed weekly shipments
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Managed data collection, research and analysis
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Applied knowledge of merchandising strategies to overcome obstacles to company's
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success