Professional Summary

Professional Experience

KaylightNYC.com +1-609-***-**** adqlfr@r.postjobfree.com KAYLA LYNN COVENEY

Fashion Designer - JEM International, NYC (September 2015- December 2017) Managed the garment design process from the concept stages to the final production for over 5,000 styles sold worldwide in intimate apparel, swimwear, and womenswear apparel. Hired, trained, and supervised up to six graphic design contractors and administrative personnel. Met with sales representatives and buyers on a regular basis to present market research, design costing and production strategies for each collection.

Acted as the main liaison between the client, in house product development, and overseas production teams in Asia and India; while keeping track of each development stage to ensure on-time handovers. Led and managed creative flow for the companies intimates, sleep, swim and accessories design team. Education & Certificates

Bachelor’s Degree of Fine Arts, Womenswear -

Associate’s Degree of Fine Arts, Intimate Apparel - Knitwear Design (FIT Study Abroad) -

Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC (2009)

Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC (2007)

Politecnico Di Milano, Milan, Italy (2008)

Real Estate License -

Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor - Kerala Ayurveda Academy, California, USA (2021) NY Real Estate Institute, New York City, USA (2019) Freelance Graphic Designer - PUMA Group, NYC (October 2014- September 2015) Print, CAD and graphics design development for activewear, yoga and children’s wear. Created collection line sheets, trend research, mood boards and color forecasting for the season Production assitance with factory technical packs, sample fittings, lab dibs and print strike-offs. Daily interactions with sales, merchandising and production to ensure each customers’ needs were met.. Graphic Designer - Limited Brands, NYC (June 2012- September 2014) Graphic design development and illustrations for Victoria’s Secret’s PINK, Sexy Little Thing’s and Yoga Collections. Daily communication with oversea’s factories for sample request’s and affordable sourcing materials. Met with design director daily to review projects, and new market concepts that fit the brand vision. Trend research and presentation of mood boards and color for the season to reflect each brand’s design aesthetic. Factory tech packs, lab dibs and print strike-offs. Fashion design professional with 12 years of experience and industry knowledge of garment execution from concept to production. Women’s Sportswear, Swimwear, Loungewear, Sleepwear, Shapewear, Activewear, Childrenswear and specialization in Intimate Apparel. Designed for private label brands: Victoria’s Secret, Express, American Eagle, Urban Outfitters, Forever 21, PUMA, Kensie, Jessica Simpson, Madonna, Sam Edelman, Rue 21, Wet Seal, Charlotte Russe, Rene Rofe, Hustler, Hanes, Joe Boxer, Ross, Rainbow, Burlington Coat Factory, and Walmart. Fashion Designer - KaylightNYC.com (May 2017- Current) Designed and produced a unisex collection targeted for resort, festival fashion and swimwear. Kaylight women’s swimwear available for purchase online and at Area 15, an immersive entertainment and events complex located in Las Vegas, NV.

Real Estate Agent - NOOKLYN, NYC (January 2019 - March 2021) Acted as liaison between client and landlord. Close communication between both parties to ensure everyone's needs are met. Constant evaluation of the ever-changing market to generate client leads to buy, sell, and rent property. Counsel clients on market conditions and prices. Evaluate clients' financial abilities and research properties within their buying power. Negotiated contracts and preparing necessary offers and property paperwork.