Gabriela Dekanova: in Chicago, IL

- Worked as lead designer for Chaps, Dockers and PL Young Men and developed each brands own unique foot print for a specific department store customer. - Kept track of development calendar and samples via PLM system to make sure product got in on time for specific meetings. - Traveled internationally for new development and trend research to reduce sampling and designing time while learning in depth how factories work . - Presented and discussed products with customers during various meetings and altered designs further based on specific needs. - Created specification sheets, tech packs and mood/trend boards In Adobe Creative Suite according to companys standard. - Designed belts and buckles for men, women and boys with unique shapes to help drive company’s sales (Levis, Columbia,BRFS, Old Navy, Target, etc.). - Created/ altered brand logos and print artwork to help create new and unique ideas for the brand - Communicated with overseas factories via email and PLM to clarify ideas/ designs to minimize further sample revisions and time spent on new development. - Made sample revisions to ensure smooth production process.

- Made proper specification sheets for handbags and small leather goods in Adobe Creative Suite to help communicate ideas/ designs with factories. - Changed product colors in Adobe Photoshop that were then used for company’s e-store. - Researched upcoming trends, assisted during weekend sales and promoted brand via social media to help drive sales. - Communicated with vendors to endure samples were done correctly.

- Worked with Calvin Klein Platinum and Calvin Klein Specialty Retail teams. - Made detailed specification sheets and technical drawings for product to help communicate ideas to the vendors. - Re- illustrated designs by hand and colored them in Photoshop or Illustrator to provide more options during each meeting.