Irma Salazar
independent
Oceanside, CA
In My Own Words
Apparel Product Development. Concept to Production, CAD Pattern Maker, Fit Technician, Technical Designer.
Work Experience
Apparel Designer, Tech Designer, CAD Pattern Maker, Fit Technician,
independent2008 – Present
Apparel Product Development Design and Development of Apparel Products. Concept to Production, Collections, CAD Pattern Maker, Fit Technician, Technical Designer. 1st thru Production Patterns, Fit Analysis, Change Request Management, Revisions, Size Range Grading, Markers, Tech Packs, Sketches, Specs, Yields. As a freelancer, provided apparel-related services to various clients in Southern California.
Adjunct Faculty & Professor
Palomar College2013 – 2016
Taught various classes within Fashion Design department: CAD Patternmaking (OptiTex software), CAD Digital Design (Adobe CC), Draping, Flat Patternmaking, Industrial & Commercial Sewing Construction, Collection Design, and Portfolio Development. Provided private tutoring to students, as needed.
Adjunct Faculty & Instructor
Saddleback College2008 – 2011
Taught various classes within Fashion Design department: Digital Portfolio: graphic design class to build professional interactive digital portfolios using Adobe CS Substitute/Assistant teacher: apparel design, computer fashion flats, tech specs, textile design, draping, patternmaking, beginning and intermediate sewing classes. Launched a summer fashion program to teach beginning sewing classes for kids, ages 10-15 years.
