Assistant Design

Hilary Hinrichs

Email: abnyle@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 515-***-****

Perm. Address: 1523 Pinewood Ct Altoona, IA 50009

-Education-

-Bachelor of Arts in Applied Human Science: Textiles + Apparel Major

-Major GPA: 3.4

-University of Northern Iowa

-Cedar Falls, IA (2009-Antic. Graduation Dec 2012)

-Studied abroad in France: May 2011

-Dean of Students: Applied Human Science Representative (August 2011-May 2012)

-Dean's List: Single Semester

-Skills-

-Proficient with Microsoft Office: Including Excel, Word, Power Point

--Competent in Trend Forecasting

-Proficiency with flat + CAD sketching

-Competent with Adobe Photoshop + Illustrator

-Experienced with ASTM Standards + Testing of fabrics + materials

-Intermediate Flat Pattern + Draping Garment Construction Techniques

-Experienced with basic Kaledo Print + Weave Design

-Intermediate Sewing Capability

-Related Experience-

KAS New York-New York, NY

Design Assistant Intern

May 2012 - Present (Finished August 2012)

-Designed pieces for Resort ‘13

-Created line sheets for Holiday ‘12 + Resort ’13

-Photographed + edited garments for line sheets

-Collaborated with designer modifying Resort ‘13

-Merchandised previous lines for buyers

American Eagle Outfitters - Cedar Falls, IA

Sales Associate

October 2011 - Present

-Create a positive environment for customers

-Organize garments in a specific order

-Manage fitting rooms while helping customers

The Hippinista - Online

Blog Author + Creator

January 2010 - Present

-Research + share trends using WWD + Style.com

-Stylize outfits mixing current trends + personal style

-Research + share creativity found in all forms

-Activities-

Textiles + Apparel Assoc. - Univ. Northern IA

President

August 2011 - May 2012

-Hold and lead meetings bi-monthly

-Plan trips, fundraising, and events with Association

-Promote and represent the Textile and Apparel program

-Mentored current and prospective students

Textiles+Apparel Design Show-Univ. Northern IA

Artistic Director

January 2012 - April 2012

-Develop staging, lights, music + transitions for show

-Delegate tasks to three team members

-Collaberate with four directors to ensure design flow

Her Campus Magazine - Univ. Northern IA

Features Writer

January 2011-April 2012

-Researched/wrote about current style + trends

Textiles + Apparel Design Show - Univ. Northern IA

Designer

April 2011 - April 2012

-Designed + constructed garments juried into show

-Utilized with Flat Pattern + Draping techniques

-Other Experience-

Rialto Dining - Cedar Falls IA

Assistant Cook

January 2010 - October 2011

-Prepared + cooked meals for several students

-Organized + Sanitized work space

Shining Stars Daycare - Pleasant Hill, IA

Assistant Teacher

February 2007 – August 2009

-Skillfully prepared lesson plans for prospering children

-Created a clean, safe environment for children

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