Assistant Designer at American Eagle Outfitters

kara Johnson

cincinnati, OH

About

I am passionate about menswear and gathering as much knowledge around it as I can. I am an avid reader and I take interest in what is happening all around us, whether it is in the industry or the global economy today. I am also a freelance seamstress for menswear and women's' clothing. I have an entrepreneurial spirit and I am looking forward to continue onward in the industry.
Education
- Bachelor's degree Fashion/Apparel Design
  
  University of Cincinnati
  
  2007 - 2012
Experience
- Assistant Designer
  
  American Eagle Outfitters
  
  Aug 2012 - Present (12 years 4 months)
  
  Men's Outerwear and swim
- Mens Design Intern
  
  Kohls
  
  Sep 2011 - Dec 2011 (3 months)
  
  As an intern at Fossil, I focused specifically on the Apt. 9 brand. I researched Fall 2012, developed a thorough concept and helped create the line. I did graphics research and put together a concept packet for the graphics team as well as flat sketches and tech packs.
- Intern
  
  Fossil
  
  Mar 2011 - Jun 2011 (3 months)
  
  My responsibilities included research for the latest trends in mens and womens. I put reports together as a reference for the design teams as well as kept up the brands' blog. Another facet of my job was hunting for vintage pieces to sell on the website. I also touched them up and/or re- purposed them for the vintage seekers.
Skills
- Fashion Design
- Illustration
Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot

@karajohnson, member since 2010
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