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Mercedes La Manna
Los Angeles, CA
(925) 360-1919
mercedeslamanna1@gmail.com
 

ABOUT

  • Proficient in the creation of freehand and technical flat sketches with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

  • Well-versed in Garment Base Pro, PLM, AS 400, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Extensive knowledge of garment construction, knit and woven fabrications, prints, embellishments and graphics

  • Effectively conducts trend research for targeted season

  • Dynamic and driven to create the best garments under strict deadlines

  • Comfortable with presenting in front of large groups

 

Bachelor of Science: Business Management                                                  

Associate of Arts: Apparel Industry Management

Honors: Summa Cum Laude

Education

 

FIDM Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising

Los Angeles, CA                  1/10-6/14

Key Skills

Experience

 

Self Esteem, All Access Apparel: Assistant Designer

Los Angeles, CA                      7/15 - Present

 

  • Composed CADs from hand sketches and pictures using Adobe Illustrator

  • Conceptualized line and swiftly executed the design process from start to finish

  • Managed and accelerated all in house sample making processes and issued cut tickets

  • Created bitmaps and vectorized trims for technical flat sketches

  • Provided in-depth trend research and created reports to lead design direction

  • Revitalized best seller bodies by providing updates for each market

  • Produced recolors of prints and graphics on CADs

  • Sourced and developed new fabrics and trims domestically and overseas

  • Examined and approved final color standards, fabrics, art codes, and trims for tech packs

 

Big Strike: Assistant Designer/Account Executive

Los Angeles, CA                      10/14 - 4/15

 

  • Created flat sketches and line sheets using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop  

  • Conducted fittings alongside patternmakers and approved final TOPs to production

  •  Facilitated all in house sample making processes and sourced fabrics with local vendors

  • Solicited and maintained contact with current and prospect accounts

  • Negotiated wholesale and production costs to maximize margins

  • Collaborated with buyers to develop and produce both knit and woven tops and bottoms

  • Conducted and distributed available to sell inventory reports and sold off excess goods

 

HauteLook: Assistant Stylist                      Los Angeles, CA                    11/12 – 10/13

 

  • Organized and prepared merchandise for photo shoots

  • Assembled outfits and displays that visually enhanced merchandise

  • Assisted in directing models during photo shoots

  • Met strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Executed basic sewing skills when needed

 

T and A Showroom: Brand Representative Los Angeles, CA                    7/12 – 9/12

 

  • Represented various brands within the showroom

  • Conducted wholesale purchase orders

  • Facilitated emails and phone calls to clients across the United States

  • Initiated new customer relationships and maintained constant communicated

  • Coordinated appointments with clients and attended tradeshows

 

As U Wish and Lily White: Showroom Assistant, Public Relations Intern                   

Los Angeles, CA                    11/11 – 1/12

 

  • Developed and uploaded marketing posts, flyers, and concept boards on the company's various social media platforms using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

  • Constructed creative showroom visual displays

  • Recruited fashion bloggers and models and prepared gift bags

  • Researched target market and forecast industry trends

 

Gucci Group: Sales Associate

Los Angeles, CA                    12/10 – 2/11

 

  • Established clientele relationships

  • Coordinated daily transactions at a high-traffic flagship

  • Distributed new weekly shipments and facilitated inventory control

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