Skills
Software skills:
• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Photoshop
Technical skills:
• Costume design
• Draping techniques
• Fabric selection and manipulation
• Garment construction
• Hand sewing techniques
• Material manipulation
• Pattern making
• Prototyping
• Seam finishing
• Sewing machine operation and repairs
• Technical sketches
Interpersonal skills:
• Teaching abilities
• Social medial engagement
• Adaptability
• Negotiation
• Team collaboration and leadership
Experiences
Sewing Instructor at Jaunaii Studio:
• Hands-on demonstrations of sewing techniques, pattern making, and garment construction to students.
• Regularly evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback and tailored improvement plans.
• Organized and maintained a positive, productive learning environment, managing group dynamics and ensuring safe use of equipment.
• Managed and maintained sewing machines, tools, and materials, ensuring all students had access to necessary resources.
• Collaboration with local designers to grow the studio’s opportunities for future partnership.
Costume Designer at Utopia Beach Club and The Three Corners Rihana Resort:
• Designed and handcrafted over 50 unique costumes annually for themed performances and events at a luxury hotel.
• Led the costume production for major events such as Christmas,
Halloween, International Dance Day (Latin and Irish dance), and
Disney musicals (The Lion King, Aladdin), ensuring high-quality, stage-ready outfits.
• Managed the entire costume creation process, from concept
sketches and fabric selection to sewing and final fittings, meeting tight deadlines for performances.
• Optimized material usage, while maintaining high production standards.
• Collaborated with performers and event coordinators to design costumes that enhanced stage presence and aligned with choreography needs.
• Delivered all projects on schedule, successfully meeting the demands of a fast-paced entertainment environment.
Business Owner at Khalil Public Supplies:
• Led the design process from initial concept through to production-ready samples.
• Managed the import and export of materials within the retail industry.
• Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, fabrics, techniques, and design inspirations.
• Collaborated with brand managers and store leaders to fulfill custom design requests.
• Fostered strong cross-functional relationships with merchandising, production, and design teams through effective communication and problem-solving.
Education
LaSalle College - Fashion Design
Honors and Awards
Public vote for BEST GARMENT CONSTRUCTION - College LaSalle 2024