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Candidate for Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Science University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR Major: Apparel Merchandising and Product Development Graduation Date: May 2017

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FASH IO N Q UALIFI CATIO NS Apparel Production Skills: Alterations   Pattern making   Sewing 

Adobe: Photoshop  InDesign  Illustrator  

Retailing Software: VR Visual Retailing  Smart Draw VP  Kaledo (Weave, Knit, Print) 

Social Media: LinkedIn, HootSuite, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest Capabilities: Technical/Specifications Package Development & Retail Math and Merchandising Strategy

SEL ECTED FASH IO N CO U RSES AND CONCEPTS

Visual Merchandising and Fashion Promotion Fall 2016  Studied fashion components, terminology and design features as applied to apparel  Studied principles and techniques of visual merchandising and fashion promotions as a means of mass communication in the fashion industry  Explored window displays and store floor planning for commercial purposes Apparel Production Spring 2016  Knowledgeable about product development, production, and pattern reproduction  Utilized and learned vocabulary to communicate professionally within the apparel industry  Constructed merchandise such as a tote bag, zippered skirt, and a collared, button-down shirt by following the instructions of a purchased pattern Merchandising Math for the Apparel Industry Spring 2016  Executed activities associated with the procurement of fashion apparel  Explored apparel demands and creating a fashion statement by the use of specific quantitative skills

APPAREL EXPERI ENCE

Apprentice | Olive Loom Boutique | Fayetteville, AR August 2015-present  Study the organization, planning, managing and factors that influence special events  Match numerous solids and printed fabrics with ribbon for customized dresses and diaper bags  Duplicate and cut patterns used; sew pattern pieces together to complete merchandise for sale  Redesign and manage the company website and social media platforms to increase exposure, resulting in over a 300% increase in website traffic Design Intern| Razorback Brands | Fayetteville, AR July 2015 - August 2015  Designed sketching, water coloring, and computer rendered apparel sketches  Presented design ideas to a design team of 20 professionals at weekly meetings  Performed and reinforced 100% of loss prevention and safety policies and procedures

AW ARDS Hazel Owen Dahms Scholarship ($5,000) 2014-2016  Selected from juniors and seniors majoring in Apparel Merchandising and Product Development