ISAIAH ISAAC * * * W * * * t h S t . A p t . * *, N Y, N Y 1 0 0 3 1
CLEMMONS *************@*****.*** 609-***-****
EXPERIENCE Macy’s Merchandising Group : Asst. Designer of Hard Pieces and Wovens 2013 - 15
Designs exclusive products and development of trends that support merchandise objectives for the Macy's brand.
Prepare line and presentation materials/set-up for line previews and buy meetings.
Identifies specific materials, color palettes, patterns and prints for the season.
Support SVP of Design, Design manager in managing the needs of the Design Team.
Participate in research and development of seasonal trends.
Creates and distributes fabric development packages.
Creates and distributes color cards, trim cards, and pattern development sheets.
Develops flat mechanical sketches for design development packages (to tech designers and overseas offices).
Create and distribute design development package components.
Selects styles, materials and colors that fit into the program and style plans.
Communicate regularly with product management to share line development direction.
Tracks and approves fabric samples, lap dips, strike-offs, and other development materials.
Attends on comments on fits of garments in fit sessions.
J. Crew : Asst. Designer of Outerwear, Pants, and Accessories 2013
Created tech packs for all styles
Assisted senior designer in fabric coordination
Sketched all styles of necessary product
Created presentations for collaborative projects
Assigned color ways to appropriate styles
Organized fabric assignment to each style
Liaised with production to ensure correct execution
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American Apparel : Store Manager
Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
Visually merchandized the floor and windows for each season focusing on the new trends.
Forecasted trends and ordered new clothing for sale.
Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
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T he Art Institite of New York City : Tutor
Taught and assisted students in Patternmaking, Draping, Construction 1, Construction 2, Design Studio 1,2, 3, and Collection
INTERNSHIPS 2012 - 13
The Fashion List : Intern
Directly assisted the Editor in Chief
Assembled database of seasonal fashion events
Researched, fast checked and data entered fashion week
Schedules for London, Milan, Paris and New York
Attended events and reported coverage on the web site
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Willamson PR & Showroom
Pulled clothing for stylist and editorials
Documented advertisements and helped create fashion events
Liaised with company constituents in London, Milan, and Paris
Corresponded with all Magazine outlets in Condenast and the Hearst Corporation
SKILLS G raphics / Presentation
Adobe illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft Word,
Technical Design / Construc tion
Proficient in machine and hand sewing. Proficient pattern maker. Intermediate knit and crochet skills.
C reative Production
Creative Concept Consultant, Art Direction, Director of Photography, Wardobe / Editiorial Stylist, Executive Producer
Languages
English and Intermediate Spanish
ACHIEVMENTS 2013
Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week
Showcased Senior Thesis collection in The Theatre at Lincoln Center
Created a twenty seven piece, seven outfit Men's and Women's Autumn/Winter 2014 Collection
2012
Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week
Showcased Junior collection in the Studio at Lincoln Center
Created a nine piece, four outfit capsule Women’s Resort 2013 Collection
EDUCATION 2012
The Art Institute of New York City
Associate Of Applied Sciences Graduate, Fashion Design
Fashion Society, Fashion Show Production, Model Casting