2006 - present. Advanced Diploma of Clothing, Textiles and Footwear,
Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE, Mt Gravatt
Includes;
Sewing and Pattern making: Basic to advanced pattern making, basic to specialised sewing
Computer Programs; Adobe - Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Microsoft - Powerpoint, Word, Excel.
Computer Skills; Basic website creation, Basic flash, Computer generated Technical drawing and Illustration.
Manage Design process and Product development; Selecting a label, label research, designing for a season, technical drawings, specification sheets, moodboards, design illustration, buyers books, formal range presentations.
Cotton Awards; Designing and producing a garment for the 2007 cotton industry awards made from 90%calico.
2005 - 2006, Diploma of Clothing, Textiles and Footwear,
Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE, Mt Gravatt.
Includes:
Sewing and Pattern making: Basic to advanced pattern making, basic to specialised sewing, made to measure
Computer Programs; Adobe - Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft - Powerpoint, Word, Excel.
Computer Skills; Computer generated Technical drawing and Illustration
Global Operations: Sourcing offshore manufacturers, processes and logistics, technical drawings, specification sheets, communication with overseas clients, supply chains.
Store presentation: Psychological and marketing aspects of store presentation and visual merchandising.
Buy Merchandise: Researching labels, selling psychology, dealing with suppliers, supply chain, good buying practices
Design Subjects: Researching current trends and styles, use of fashion journals, designing for specific labels, audiences, body shapes and target markets. Design psychology, colour psychology, moodboards, storyboards, range design.
Secondary Education:
1998-2004, Mueller College, Redcliffe, QLD
Senior Certificate:
Art, Craft, Design (Visual Art): VHA
English: HA
Mathematics A: HA
Biological Studies: HA
Physical Education: HA
Home Economics: HA
Previous Work Experience:
2001-2003
Service Cashier,
Woolworth’s,
Warner, Qld Duties Included; Register operation, customer service, store presentation.
2004
Work experience
Bridal Connections
Redcliffe, Qld Duties Included; Hand sewing, customer service, garment transport logistics, reception, fittings.
Skills:
Microsoft Word - latest
Adobe Photoshop V. 7 - latest
Adobe Illustrator V, 7 - latest
Macromedia Dreamweaver V.8
Sewing
Patternmaking
Store Presentation
Merchandising and sourcing.
Garment Design
Administration and organisational abilities
Personal Attributes:
Loyal and honest
Dedicated worker
Good time management
Works diligently and consistently
Can be trusted with responsibility
Works well in a team situation and cooperates with others
Will commit herself to a job until it is completed to her best ability
Community Activities:
Bracken Ridge Baptist Church
Bracken Ridge Baptist Emerge Group
Organisation and participation in ‘Verve’ - a fashion parade, art showcase, live music and market stall night to fundraise for an overseas hospital aid trip to India.
(see Visuals-clothing)
Volleyball - Bracken Ridge Sports Arena
City North Girls Soccer team
Hobbies, Interests, Activities:
Fashion Design
Screen Printing
Stencilling
Designing
Music
Concerts
Supporting Local Musicians
Art
Japanese youth culture
Soccer
Volleyball
Anime
Nintendo Wii
Movies
Lan party
