This professional profile summarizes the experience and qualifications of an experienced clothing designer. They have over 4 years of experience as a designer at Dillard's, where they have held roles managing design processes from conception through production for kidswear, infant private labels, and menswear. Additional experience includes freelance design work and a brief period as an insurance sales agent. Their education includes a Bachelor's degree in Apparel Studies and skills in design software and programs.
Looking for new opportunities. Strategic and versatile professional experienced in new business development, recruiting talent, office management, project management as well as assisting top level executives in advertising, public relations and marketing firms in the Twin Cities and New York City.
Looking for new opportunities. Strategic and versatile professional experienced in new business development, recruiting talent, office management, project management as well as assisting top level executives in advertising, public relations and marketing firms in the Twin Cities and New York City.
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1. PROFESSIONAL
PROFILE
EXPERIENCE
INSURANCE SALES AGENT 09/2015-12/2015
STATE FARM, LITTLE ROCK, AR
- Developed leads, scheduled appointments, identified customer
needs/market appropriate products and services.
- Established customer relationships and provided prompt, accurate,
and friendly customer service.
- Maintained daily sales quotas
DESIGNER- KIDSWEAR PRIVATE LABEL 11/2013-09/2015
DILLARD’S INC. LITTLE ROCK, AR
- Managed design process of clothing and accessories from beginning
conception through final stages of design
- Created Packaging concepts and layouts
- Partnered with buyer to assort line and develop appropriate product
- Communicated with vendors and liaisons oversees, regarding
products in the development process
- Visited Dillard’s stores to ensure my designs were merchandised and
marketed correctly to ensure sales
- Brought cohesive, seasonal and brand right ideas to concept
- Researched markets to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques
- Stayed aware of evolution of trend, competition and customer
- Traveled Internationally to oversee manufacturing processes
- Digitally sketched designs in Illustrator and create Monthly programs
- Worked with CAD artist to create artwork and patterns for styles
TEXTILE DESIGNER/CAD ARTIST 05/2011-11/2013
DILLARD’S INC. LITTLE ROCK, AR
- Designed prints and patterns for Private Label Menswear
- Worked in various design programs to achieve the perfect outcome
- Partnered with designers to bring creative visions to life
- Ensured clear communication with Designer and CAD manager
- Adhered to art deadlines
- Provided art and color options for easy selection
- Researched fabric making techniques to better understand products
An Experienced CAD
artist and Clothing
Designer with over 4 years
of experience working
with one of the nation’s
top retailers. 9 years
total experience in art
and design
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science
Human Environmental
Sciences
Apparel Studies
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
01/2009-05/2011
University Of Arkansas
Fort Smith, Ar
08/2007-12/2009
TECHNICAL
SKILLS
Technically trained in
Kaledo Knit, Weave,
Print and Style
Adobe CS6 InDesign,
Photoshop, Illustrator
Skills in Microsoft Word,
PowerPoint, Excel
FREELANCE ARTIST/DESIGNER 2006-2011
FAYETTEVILLE, AR
- Designed custom Art, Clothing and Home Decor
K
H Kate Houtchens
Email: katehoutchens2088@Gmail.com Cell: 501.216.3323 Address: 11542 Crystal Bay NLR, AR
SENIOR DESIGNER- INFANT PRIVATE LABEL 11/2013-PRESENT
DILLARD’S, INC. LITTLE ROCK, AR
--Create Packaging using various design programs
--Partner with buyer to assort line and develop product appropriate for
business needs.
-Communicate with vendors and liasons oversees, regarding products in
the development process
--Visit Dillard’s stores to ensure that all of my designs are merchandised
and marketed correctly
--Bring cohesive, seasonal and brand right ideas to concept
--Manage design process from beginning conception through final
stages of design until it is delivered to stores
--Research markets to identify new trends, fabrics and techniques
--Stay aware of evolution of trend, competition and customer
--Travel Internationally to oversee manufacturing processes
--Sketch designs in Illustrator and create Monthly programs
--Work with CAD artist to create artwork and patterns for styles
TEXTILE DESIGNER/CAD ARTIST 05/2011-11/2013
DILLARD’S, INC. LITTLE ROCK, AR
--Designed prints and patterns for Private Label Menswear
--Worked in Various design programs to achieve the perfect outcome
--Worked with designers to bring creative visions to life
--Ensured clear communication with Designer and CAD manager
--Adhered to art deadlines
--Provided art and color options for easy selction
--Researched fabric making techniques to better understand products
FREELANCE ARTIST/ DESIGNER 2007-2011
FAYETTEVILLE, AR
--Designed custom Art, Clothing and Home Decor
--Found innovative ways to achieve design
--Held meetings to make sure all communication was clear and that
design expectations were met
An Experienced CAD
artist and Clothing
Designer with 4 years
of experience working
with one of the
nations top retailers. 8
years total experience
in art and design
ExperienceProfessional
Profile
Education
Bachelor of Science
Human Environmental
Sciences
Apparel Studies
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
01/2009-05/2011
University Of Arkansas
Fort Smith, Ar
08/2007-12/2009
Techinal Skills
Technically trained in
Kaledo Knit, Weave,
Print and Style
Adobe CS6 InDesign,
Photoshop, Illustrator
Skills in Microsoft Word,
Powerpoint, Excel