Erin Patil
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About
Obtained a full-tuition scholarship working as a TA while obtaining my Masters Degree in Clothing, Textiles and Design. My central focus is to utilize my skills and talents in the area of apparel design. My career goal is to obtain a position that requires detail product developing, visualizing, fashion sense and design principles. To develop successful, functional, comfortable, high-quality apparel designs that will be an achievement for the company.
Specialties
• Visual Merchandising
* Visual Communication
• Trend Forecasting
• Art and Graphic Design
* Design Principles
• Software: FlexPLM, Enovia, NedGraphics, Office Suites, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, PowerPoint, FreeBorders, W.I.P.
I most recently worked as an Assistant Apparel Designer for Tommy Bahama. Previously I had a reoccurring freelance position with REI. I also have many years of experience as a freelance apparel/textile designer. -
Education
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Masters-Clothing, Textiles and Design Family and Consumer ScienceUniversity of Idaho2011 - 2012
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B.S.-Costume Design TheaterUniversity of Idaho2005 - 2009
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Experience
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Temp Assistant Apparel Designer - Sports/SweatersTommy BahamaSeattle, WADec 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 month)Creating dev cards
Getting forms/packets ready for send out
Work with Ned Graphics color ups for MLB team prints
Design & Colorization for World Series embroidery
Research and design for graphic and emb. back panels for NFL
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Assistant Apparel Designer - Branded Team SportsTommy BahamaSeattle, WAFeb 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 4 months)Create/update development cards and lab dips.
Develop flat sketch CADs using Adobe programs.
Manage development and production of Team logos.
Create/prepare presentation boards for each season.
Prepare information for line sheets and samples for sales meetings.
Work with Ned Graphics to create multiple colorways for print & YD patterns.
Develop color, styling, fabric selection of the Tommy Bahama line each season.
Research trends that is in line with the direction of the SVP of Design to meet the needs of the Tommy Bahama customer.
Works with internal members (Retails, E-commerce, Wholesale) of distribution channels to ensure needs are met. -
Freelance Apparel DesignerTemplates of FashionMay 2015 - Dec 2019 (4 years 7 months)Design original apparel templates for purchase
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Temp. Associate Designer - Men's Knits/Team SportsTommy BahamaSeattle, WAJul 2018 - Feb 2019 (7 months)Research latest trends that reflect the desires of the customer.
Develop/update sketches and construction specifications.
Create/prepare presentation boards.
Develop computer coloration and prepare development cards.
Communicate with overseas manufacturers and provide feedback.
Check and approve samples under guidance of Designer.
Review strike offs for graphic tees, casual knits and active wear.
Manage development and production of Team logos.
Create CAD sketches for Team Licensing review and approval.
Develop sketches for garment styling within the Sports category. -
Freelance DesignerHouse of PouchMay 2018 - Jun 2018 (1 month)Designed illustrative flats of accessories
Feature & Benefits - Specs/BOM
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Contract Assistant Apparel DesignerREIKent, WAAug 2017 - Mar 2018 (7 months)Work on seasonal plans using Enovia PLM Software.
Primary duties include assisting the design team with fitness, cycling, baselayer and sportswear.
Create templates for Waterfalls, Tech Packs, along with adding Features & Benefits.
Build visual line plans, overview pages, style collections, and key outfits.
Pull/pick color combos for sport/hike/technical socks.
Research latest trends, build mood/theme boards.
Make needed revisions/updates to illustrative sketches.
Organize and maintain changes to any style across the season -
Freelance Illustrative DesignerSpirit Towels USAMar 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 9 months)Collaborate and work with a Design Team.
Turing ideas into concepts for a variety of Universities.
Working in Illustrator and Photoshop to design football greeting cards. -
Freelance Apparel DesignerMoxi, In.May 2014 - Jul 2014 (2 months)Research competitive brands and top sellers.
Design sketch flats and creating Tech Packs.
Create a color palette, B & W, and color ups.
Design textiles/patterns for specific apparel pieces. -
Technical Apparel DesignerColdwater CreekMay 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year 1 month)Design, revise, and update apparel designs for women’s wear.
Assist in preparing for daily fittings (pull files, past sample history, measure samples).
Load measurements, sketches, pictures, and trim information into the technical spec package.
Assist the Technical Designer in maintaining the Time and Action and working with overseas vendors.
Manage the TOP approval process and communicate information to and from the Distribution Center. -
Apparel Designer, Product DeveloperCore ConceptsSep 2012 - Mar 2013 (6 months)Research, sketch and design for fall outdoor apparel line.
Create tech packs and spec sheets for men and women’s apparel in Excel.
Check measurements of samples and update the BOM, grading, and construction notes.
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Awards
* Treasure Valley Association Family and Consumer Science Scholarship Summer 2012
*Mary Hall Niccolls Scholarship Fund-2012
*1 bronze award, 4 first place and 4 second place- artwork in Latah County fair
*Dean’s List-3 years at UI
*T-shirt designer-UI
*Top 6% GPA of class
*ASSE Scholarship- Germany 03-04
* 1st prize 11' Pumpkin Carving in Daily News, 2ed place 10' -
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