nicole kluck 2016 resume current
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Nicole Kluck 7778 Erin Road Rosholt WI, 54473 | Cell Phone: (715)440-4370 | [email protected]://nicolekluck15.wix.com/nicoles-portfolio
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position in the apparel industry where I can apply my current skills related to trend
researching, tech manuals, basic sewing and pattern making, a passion for fashion and brand quality. QUALIFICATIONS:
Well rounded knowledge through two internships Efficiently used HP and Apple operating systems in Microsoft suite, Adobe illustrator, and Photoshop Advanced trend researching for collection development skills proven at Kohl’s Demonstrated a strong understanding of tech manuals at both internships Values organization and presentation of products to show quality. Increased knowledge of production process of garments through internships.
WORK EXPERIENCE: Kohl’s Corporate, Apt. 9 Intern, Menomoniee Falls, WI 6/16 – 8/16
Followed the entire design process, from concept to finished product while utilizing Adobe Illustrator.
Created trim sheets in Excel for every garment style. Designed garment flats and prepared hand offs for technical designers. Observed the design team in daily meetings as they collaborate with trend, cad artists, product
management, technical design, and buyers. Researched brands through competitive shopping, trend analysis, and sales. Developed, showed, and presented final products: Apt. 9, Sonoma Kids, home, and Tech Gear. Assisted with line development and line review boards. Job shadowed technical design, product management, art, and buying office.
Diva Snow Gear, Design Intern, Oregon, WI 2/16 – 5/16 Sketched, designed using Adobe Illustrator, and created technical flats for several garments. Created multiple prints and patterns for coming seasons in Illustrator. Gathered inspirational images for designs and prints. Maintained garments and samples in inventory while completing fit analysis on 300+ garments. Designed garments for new up-coming lines. (Hunting, Motorcycle, and Active wear). Analyzed trends, sales, and consumer feedback to develop future lines. Preformed garment fit sessions, recorded information and notified Technical Designer. Create and revised call outs and tech packets for 10-15 garments. Complete mini projects. (Liner Gloves, BoHo, Neck Fleece, Face Bandana, and Hard Card). Create detailed sheets for factories on packaging product guidelines. Brainstormed new and innovated products to align with customers’ needs.
EDUCATION: University of Wisconsin – Stout Menomonie, WI Major GPA 3.66 5/17
Bachelor of Science Degree in Apparel Design and Development Minor in Applied Photography *Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement: Fall 2014 & Spring 2015 *
OTHER EXPERIENCE: Trimmer, Lands’ End Outfitters, Plover, WI Summers 2014 & 2015 Room Attendant, Holiday Inn, Stevens Point, WI Seasonal 6/12 - 8/13 Seasonal Store Set Up, Jo-Ann Fabrics, Plover, WI 2/12 – 2/12 Power Washer, Marks Transportation, Junction City, WI 7/10 – 1/12INVOLVEMENT: FAB Magazine UW-Stout Photographer - Spring 2013, Secretary Fall
2013 Residence Hall Association UW-Stout Spokesman for Jeter, Tainter, Callihan Spring 2013 International Interior Design Association Fusion Fashion, Aria, Minneapolis Design Team 11/13 Fashion Silhouettes UW-Stout Member 11/14 – 5/15