Jessica Atkinson

Location
clayton, NC (US)
Work Category
Design
Interests
Business partnerships, Job opportunities, References
Currently working on...
Freelance design work.

About Me

I like to stay current researching new designers, trends, inventions, and scientific advancements. I'm definitely a nerd at times. I can be fascinated about the most mundane clothing. The technical puzzle of patterning, to the steps in constructing a garment, and especially the details of seam lines and hidden pockets thoroughly excite me. I believe the future of fashion is going to be filled with a lot of inspiring technological advancements. As technology continues to develop and we continue to become more dependent on it, it will merge together with apparel.

I take on new and challenging projects to advance my skills in sewing and pattern making. Sometimes I'm just sewing projects for my family and other times I'm working with entrepreneurs. During my free time I also like to play around with Photoshop and Illustrator.

Work Experience

  • Aug 2008 - Feb 2009
    nashville, TN (US)
    Assistant Designer
    Dancey Dog
    Dancey Dog is a couture dog coat business. I was a jack of all trades in this position, helping take an idea and making it into a real sellable product.
    ~Assisted in design decisions, relating to the functionality of the garment
    ~Pattern Maker
    ~Seamstress
    ~Graphic Designer
  • Jan 2008 - May 2008
    nashville, TN (US)
    Merchandising Intern PPE
    VF Imagewear
    ~Aided in the design through style set-up process
    ~Researched the current industry and completed many competitive analysis
    ~Preformed duties such as stock orders, special make like orders, Style Change Authorizations, and assisting the team where ever needed.
  • Jul 2005 - Jan 2006
    nashville, TN (US)
    Beauty Associate
    Kohl’s
    ~Launched a new Beauty department
    ~Started a clientele bases for new products
    ~Worked with the Manager to increase sales with creative ideas and merchandise displays
    ~Made sure products were stocked and orders where being processed
    ~Met or exceeded goals daily
    ~Assisted Manager with hiring and training of new sales associates
  • Aug 2004 - Dec 2004
    nashville, TN (US)
    Sales Associate and Key Holder
    Jessica McClintock
    ~Helped customers pick the perfect dress
    ~Gave helpful advice about alterations for each customer
    ~Opened and closed the store and made the deposit
    ~Performed duties such as restocking dresses, interstore transfers, orders and markdowns
  • Jun 2002 - Jul 2004
    louisville, KY (US)
    Sales Associate
    Hancock Fabrics
    ~Knowledgeable in fabrics and construction of garments
    ~Provided exceptional customer service to a demanding clientele

Education

  • 2004 - 2008
    Bachelor's - Fashion Design and Merchandising
    O'More College of Design
    Graduated Summa Cum Laude
    GPA: 3.9/4.0
    *Earned multiple Dean’s List (minimum of 3.5 GPA)
    *Earned multiple President’s List (minimum of 4.0 GPA)

    DESIGN COURSEWORK & SKILLS
    History of Clothing
    Flat Patterning 1&2
    Draping 1&2
    Buying 1&2
    Clothing Construction 1-4
    Textiles
    Design Illustration 1-3
    Accessories
    Advertising and Marketing
    Fashion Show Production
    CAD for Fashion 1&2
    Tailoring 1&2
    Computerized Pattern Drafting
    Technical Design
    Apparel Manufacturing
    Fashion Forcasting
  • 2000 - 2004
    High School - Design & Production
    Youth Performing Arts School
    GPA: 3.9/4.0

    DESIGN COURSEWORK & SKILLS
    Scenic Construction
    Costume Construction
    Stage Electricity
    Costume History
    Stage Sound
    Script Analysis
    Stage Drafting
    Props & Scene Painting
    Design Rendering
    Independent Design Projects
    Designing Main Stage productions
    Internship with Stage One Professional Theatre.
  • 2000 - 2004
    High School
    DUPONT MANUAL HIGH SCHOOL
    GPA: 3.9/4.0
    Honor Roll Student