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F A S H I O N I N D U S T R Y P R O F E S S I O N A L

Technical Colorist / P.D./Production / Color & Trend Direction

Recognized as a motivated, enthusiastic, creative individual whose diverse background encompasses: color, trend/product development, merchandising and fabric research & development. Broad background working internationally, able to bridge cross-cultural diversity and help teams to achieve corporate goals. Excellent communicator who can deliver compelling presentations to influence positive outcomes. Possesses the ability to work in fast paced environments.

T R A N S F E R A B L E S K I L L S

Detail oriented with excellent follow-up skills

Strong time management skills ensuring all milestone dates are achieved

Team player possessing ability to multitask and quickly adapt/shift priorities

Ability to collaborate cross functionally with Design, P.D., Merchandising, Production, Q.A.

Excellent communication skills and able to work with outside vendors/licensees

Knowledge of Microsoft 365, PLM, BOMS, Illustrator

Creative with excellent sense of color

Curious and always open to learning

Fun to work with

P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

FABRIC & TRIM SENIOR PRODUCTION COLORIST

R&O Designs (temp), New York, NY Nov 2023-Dec 2023

RDG Global, New York, NY Oct 2021-July 2023

Canada Goose, Toronto, Canada May 2018-May 2020

Talbots, New York, NY Jan 2016-May 2018

•Key consultant for all color related questions for the entire product range

•Worked with fabric mills, vendors and licensing partners to set and enforce corporate color standards in order to maintain consistency across all categories [outerwear, knits, wovens, accessories, trims]

•Front facing liaison between all cross-functional teams maintaining brand concept and identity

•Managed the color process from conceptual stage through production

•Maintained challenging deadlines while managing several seasons simultaneously

•Partnered with Design and CAD teams in the execution of prints

•Review all trims with technical design

•Review all Pre-Production and Top of Production samples to ensure color and product integrity

•Communicate color/trim comments and approvals to appropriate business partners/overseas partners

•Standardized color process across all categories and established cohesiveness throughout the brand

•Researched and introduced new color resources and set up centralized color library

•Established PLM as the main tool for color management

RETAIL SALES

Burberry, New York, NY Nov 2014 – Jan 2016

Tory Burch, New York, NY Dec 2012 – Nov 2014

Banana Republic Men’s, New York, NY Jan 2010 - Dec 2012

TECHNICAL COLORIST

Ellen Tracy – New York, NY Oct 2004 – Aug 2008

Talbots - New York, NY Oct 2003 – Oct 2004

Ann Taylor – Prato, Italy(see below) Sept 2001 – Oct 2002

Ann Taylor - New York, NY Feb 1998 – Aug 2001

•Assist design in the development of seasonal color palettes

•Screened, corrected, and approved all fabric, yarn labdips and yarndyes including coordination of solid-to-solid and print-to-solid items; all linings and trims; leathers and accessories

•Interfaced and partnered with Design, Merchandising, Product Development and Production Managers building strong relationships to ensure consistent color coordination across all categories

•Managed outsourcing and distribution of seasonal colorcards and color standards to associates, vendors, overseas offices and licensees

•Oversaw and maintained color library thereby saving company money on ordering services and standards

•Managed development and training of new colorists

•Member of cross functional team

ACCOUNT MANAGER/COLORIST FOR ANN TAYLOR ITALY

Prato, Italy Sept 2001- Oct 2002

•Reviewed and communicated lab dip and bulk approvals/rejections to mills, Production and Product Development

•Inspected sample yardage rolls, pilot runs, and bulk dyelots

•Approved and communicated fabric, yarn and garment test results

•Discussed and answered technical questions raised by Product Managers

•Final approval on continuity cards prior to shipping

E D U C A T I O N & L A N G U A G E S

B.B.A. Marketing, Hofstra University, New York

Advanced knowledge of Italian

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