BETSY RACHEL ROY
Fashion Designer
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+971-********* betsyrachealroy https://roybetsy.carbonmade.com/ ABOUT ME
Highly creative and multi talented Designer with extensive experience in fashion, merchandising and sourcing. I am open to new ideas and quick to make decisions. Fast and accurate, with a keen eye for detail.
EDUCATION
Jul 2015 - Aug 2015
STRATEGIC DESIGN MANAGEMENT
UAL Central Saint Martin London
Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
STRATEGIC DESIGN MANAGEMENT
Parsons the New School New York
Aug 2014 - Aug 2014
BREAST RESEARCH
Portsmouth University
Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
INTENSIVE COURSE IN ACCESSORY DESIGN
NABA
Aug 2010 - Jul 2014
FASHION DESIGN
Nottingham Trent University
EXPERIENCE
Sep 2016 - Present
GULF READY MADE GARMENTS MANUFACTURE (U.A.E)
CREATIVE DESIGNER (LINGERIE, SLEEP WEAR AND ABHAYA)
*Developing technical and creative designs for renowned brands from the GCC market like Nayomi, K-lynn, kashkah.
*Sourcing Materials and trims and coordinating with suppliers and buyers to meet buyer requirements.
*Following technical specification to achieve the end product as per requirement.
*Sampling (concept sample up until pre production sample) attending trade shows.
*Deriving consumption and costing for production
Aug 2014 - Sep 2016
PT: BUSANAREMEJA AGRICIPTA (INDONESIA)
EXECUTIVE DESIGNER (LINGERIE, SWIM WEAR, SPORTS WEAR AND SLEEP WEAR)
* Working closely and Forecasting trend for technical design for buyer from American, European Australian and Asian market.
*Building a range based on story and initial briefing for H&M, Marks and Spencer's, Debenhams, Next, Spanx, JCP, Simon De Winter, American eagle, splash, zivame, Etam and la senza .
*Travel for work to meet buyers for line met and seasonal collection presentation.
* Explore new techniques using ultra sonic machine and laser cutting methods.
* Foam cup development to achieve the best hand feel and fit as per buyer requirements.
* Source suitable fabrics, material and trims based on latest explorations at best prices (clime cool, odor free, medically beneficial fabrics, and shape control)
* Design production friendly lingerie and shape wear.
*Derive consumption and costing for suitable design.
* Execute presentation to buyers.
* Handle sampling for conceptualization and take forward to Pre production sampling and sizing.
* Making sure samples are sent to buyers on time.
* Communication with buyers closely to make sure that samples are achieved as per buyer requirements.
*Arrange lab dips and lab tests for approval.
Apr 2013 - Feb 2014
ADIDAS ORIGINALS (INTACT FIT)
ASSISTANT VISUAL MERCHENDISER
*Visual merchandising according to buyer dockets and current trending fashion.
*Monitoring fixtures in the store.
*The ability to thrive under time pressure.
*Good teamwork.
Jan 2013 - Mar 2013
UPASANA (AUROVILE, PONDICHERY)
ASSISTANT KIDS WEAR DESIGNER
*Developed a kids wear line for the brand following the brands ethics and guidelines. *Mixed and matched fabrics for creative silhouettes.
*Drafted Patterns for kids wear and managed sampling. Feb 2012 - Jun 2014
JUPITER EVENTS (CHENNAI, INDIA)
FASHION COORDINATOR (PROJECT)
*Managed Styling and Choreography for fashion shows.
*Coordinated with Designers and Brands for fittings and alterations.
*Led site visits and pre-event meetings with clients.
*Synchronized all necessary departments to ensure all set ups and activities were executed in a timely manner.
Jan 2012 - Apr 2013
LEVIS (INTACT FIT)
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP ADVISER
*Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale.
*Advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions.
*Feeding future buying trends.
Dec 2010 - Nov 2011
TOMMY HILFIGER (INTACT FIT)
CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP ADVISER
*Relationship building;
*Researching the market and related products;
*Presenting the product or service favorably and in a structured professional way face-to-face. A C H I V E M E N T
Runner up Best Designer award DLF Awards 2014 Delhi Shortlisted in Wills lifestyle People’s Choice Awards SOFT SKILLS
Problem Solving
Creative, Innovative
Teamwork
Adaptability
Organizing
Motivate
Communication
PROFESIONAL SKILLS
A good eye for color, texture and shape
Drawing skills / Ability to use computer design packages Technical skills like pattern cutting and sewing
Ability to spot and develop trends
Ability to solve
Problems
Styling
Adobe Illustrator / Photoshop
Microsoft Office.