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work experience
FASHION STUDIO LAB TECH, College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI (2022-2023)
Provide studio support, through instruction for students and/or repairs, as needed, for various fashion equipment: industrial sewing machines, serger, skiving machine, leather splitter, cylinder arm
Teacher Assistant – Streetwear Fashion Design, College for Creative Studies - Precollege Summer Experience, Detroit, MI (July 2022 & 2023)Provided teacher support and assistance to high school students in a 3-week pre-college level course. Assisted students as they developed ideas, pattern making and construction of prototypes, created look books, and designed and fabricated completed garments. Supported fashion show for students to present their work to parents and community partners, backstage organization, modeling support. Equipment utilized:Industrial sewing machines, serger, skiving machine, leather splitter, cylinder arm, shoe lasts.
Teacher Assistant – Sneaker Design/Runway Fashion, College for Creative Studies - Youth Summer Classes, Detroit, MI (June, August, 2022 & 2023)
Provided teacher support and assistance for two 1-week high school students classes. Sneaker Design course – assisted students with equipment use, advised and supported students to design and construct a unique pair of sneakers. Runway Fashion course – assisted students in learning all aspects of fashion design and construction, including sketching, patternmaking, fabric selection and sewing. Encouraged experimentation and provided hands-on demonstrations on various industrial sewing equipment.
Dresser/Stand-in Model at Bottega Veneta Salon 03 Collection, Detroit, MI (Oct 2021)
Provided support and assistance to Bottega Veneta design team during Spring 2022 Ready-to-Wear show. Stand-in model during rehearsal and event planning. Dressed multiple models for event presentation, responsible handling of all apparel and accessory items.
Art Teacher at Plymouth Community Arts Council, Plymouth, MI (June 2018 – present, summers)
Lead group art activities for 10-25 youth (ages 7-16) during art classes and summer camps. Educate students about drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery and photography while encouraging student empowerment and personal growth in a creative learning environment. Provide support and assistance to other teachers as needed. Knowledgeable about all aspects of Art Council programs and activities. Assisted in planning fun camp activities for small and large groups of youth.
Performer at Laurel’s Princess Parties, Livonia, MI (November 2021 - January 2023)
Fully costumed performances for various local events. Responsible for accurately representing popular characters (Ariel, Elsa, Rapunzel, Tinkerbell, etc.) and ensuring enjoyment of guests. Engaging, uplifting, and creating core memories for kids of all ages.
SALES ASSOCIATE/CASHIER AT BABY BABY PLUS MORE, Northville, MI (July 2017 - August 2018)
Processed merchandise purchases, returns and exchanges, managed consignment credit and maintained financial accounts and records. Responsible for all clothing/item presentation and inventory. Developed good customer relationships and provided exemplary customer service while answering customers' questions on procedures or policies.
relevant coursework
ACCESSORIES DESIGN I&II, COLLECTION DESIGN, TECH PACK DESIGN, FASHION TRENDS, SMALL LEATHER GOODS & BAGS, STUART WEITZMAN SPONSORED STUDIO, FASHION BRAND MANAGEMENT, INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED SHOE MAKING, FASHION ACCESSORIES PROCESSES, RHINO 3D DESIGN, INTRO TO SUSTAINABILITY IN FASHION, HISTORY OF FASHION, WEAVING, METALSMITHING & JEWELRY DESIGN, CASTING, FIBER STRUCTURES, SCREENPRINTING
skills + knowledge
Industrial sewing machines, serger, skiving machine, leather splitter, cylinder arm, shoe lasts
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Rhino, Procreate/Sketchbook Pro, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
Textiles: industrial and hand sewing, wet felting, needle felting, crochet, knitting, weaving (floor and inkle loom)
Photography - digital DSLR, lighting setup, digital image editing, darkroom film processing
Screen printing and various printing techniques, Ceramics
Leadership: exhibits solid judgement and leadership qualities, excellent at working with others in collaborative environments
Experience in high-responsibility environments, including youth instruction and care