Kimberly Ju

-Designing styles based on current trends and customer needs -Directing Graphics team with print and embroidery artwork -Working with pattern makers and sample makers to ensure correct execution of samples -Managing the Assistant Designer -Working with sales for client requests -Research and development of fabric and trim

-Designed styles based on current trends and customer needs -Worked with pattern makers and sample makers to ensure correct execution of samples -Managed the Associate and Assistant Designer -Worked with sales for client requests -Picked out prints and fabrication

-Designing styles based on current trends and customer needs -Developing samples internationally and domestically -Creating developmental and production techpacks -Working on developmental and production approvals -Attending fittings -Following up with vendors -Sourcing fabric and trim -Creating linesheets

-Translated hand sketches into illustrator -Developed samples internationally and domestically -Created developmental techpacks -Created POs -Sourced fabric and trim -Followed up with vendors -Organized samples for send outs -Creating linesheets

-Created CADs for presentations -Speced garments -Organized submits -Created linesheets -Prepped samples to go to market -Maintained e-commerce site -Managed retail and wholesale inventory and customer service

Involved in hands-on projects in creating couture-wear and high end lingerie -Graded patterns by hand -Sewed and constructed garments -Hand beaded garments and accessories