R D Product Development

KEVIN OLIVER TUCKER

New York, NY * 917-***-**** * *********@*****.***

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/PD/PRODUCTION/FABRIC R&D

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/T&A calendar 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., Fabric R&D, Production, Q.A.

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

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, PLM, BOMS

• 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/PD

R&O Designs (temp), New York, NY Nov 2023 - Dec 2023 RDG Global, New York, NY Oct 2021 - Sept 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/T&A calendars while managing several seasons simultaneously

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

• Reviewed all trims with technical design

• Reviewed 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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