Julia Borges
Boston
Summary
Experienced with trend forecasting, fabric selection, and design conceptualization, ensuring alignment with market demands. Successfully presented designs that captivated buyers, while enhancing communication across teams. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail, significantly reducing production errors and ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Fashion Designer
TJX Companies
03.2022 - Current
- Prepared and maintained design boards with sketches, fabrics, colors, prints and trims.
- Created and presented design collections to buyers and other industry professionals to generate interest and secure orders.
- Improved communication between design, product, and sourcing teams by maintaining organized records of project updates and meeting notes.
- Reduced production errors through meticulous attention to detail when reviewing samples for fit adjustments and construction changes.
Assistant Costume Designer
The Hanover Theatre
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Facilitated clear communication between designers, directors, actors, and crew members to align creative visions and solve problems efficiently.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in design or cast requirements by efficiently adjusting costumes and schedules as needed.
- Attended all rehearsals to observe how costumes functioned in action, making adjustments as necessary for optimal performance conditions.
- Completed alterations to existing outfits to fit specific body sizes and types.
- Developed and sewed full outfits (garments, accessories, & wigs) for use by main actors and extras.
- Designed new patterns for special genre and story requirements.
Assistant Designer
Sondra Celli Company
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Supported the creation of innovative designs through research, sketching, and prototyping.
- Utilized advanced software tools such as Adobe Creative Suite to produce visually stunning designs that met clients' expectations.
- Contributed creatively towards the development of unique prints and patterns for rhinestone application, resulting in a distinctive brand aesthetic that resonated with customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Massachusetts College of Art And Design
621 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 0211505-2021
Skills
- Sewing Techniques
- Pattern Making & Draping
- Fashion Illustration
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Organizational skills
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
Timeline
Assistant Fashion Designer
TJX Companies
03.2022 - Current
Assistant Costume Designer
The Hanover Theatre
06.2020 - 09.2020
Assistant Designer
Sondra Celli Company
06.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Massachusetts College of Art And Design
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