Crystal Vargas: Design Director | Fashion Designer & Illustrator in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

Acted as Creative Director overseeing design submissions in order to improve quality of artwork and design by providing creative direction as well as feedback to all Artists in the program. Demonstrated expertise in designing innovative collections in order to elevate design quality for Specialty Artist Collaborations such as SHEIN X GAWX SS24, SHEIN X Maalavidaa SS24, and SHEIN X Coolman AW24 - all to be released this year in 2024. Successfully designed a wide range of apparel collections for SHEIN X Hispanic Heritage Month launched in 2023, SHEIN Loves Mexico 2024, as well as licensed goods with brands such as SRIRACHA highlighting artwork from our SHEIN X Artists for AAIP Month in May 2024. Oversaw sampling process on numerous collections by advising solutions to QC issues, alongside to providing detailed feedback in order to improve quality and fit on all designs for production. Researched various graphic design & fashion trends relevant in today’s market for trend analysis and forecasting; developing detailed moodboards for future product and collection development for the SHEIN X Program. Excelled in managing the approvals of all royalty based design submissions though SHEIN X Artists DXDesign portal. Reviewing and analyzing each submission to ensure prevention of infringement.

Curated over 50+ compelling presentations tailored to the needs of companies such as FYE Transworld, Urban Outfitters, Thinkgeek, Rue21, and various specialty accounts. Adept at utilizing insights from market research and trend analysis for accurate forecasting and informed decision-making. Proficient in overseeing the production process, experienced in reviewing and approving all strike-offs, lab dips, fabric sourcing, and cost negotiation for various 12,000 unit programs. Demonstrated collaborative skills in close work with pattern makers to develop 10+ new garments for each season. Facilitated effective communication with sample coordinators to produce top-quality sample garments for specialty accounts.

Skilled in effectively manage multiple reports simultaneously related to inventory, purchase orders, and shortages for manufacturing company that specialized in Intimate Apparel, Swimwear, and Activewear. Managed and supervised office of 3+ employees, as well as trained all new hire employees. Excelled in maintaining efficient communication with both foreign and domestic suppliers, effectively issuing purchase orders and managing shipments to meeting 100% of all deadlines. Demonstrated attention to detail and quality control through responsibility of lab dip color inspection and approvals - ensuring timely production of apparel goods. Confident in ability to effectively manage the supply chain and ensure smooth operations.