Heather Gabriel: Designer in Irvine, CA

Executed designs for hip hop, lyrical, and contemporary categories ages 6 - 21. Collaborated with tech design, pattern makers, product development team for all stages of the product development process and production quality control. Generated customer data and trend analysis by traveling domestically for dance competitions. Research competitor analysis to adjust future collections and company’s immediate needs.

Created designs for woven bottoms and sportswear that reflected the company’s business strategies. Streamlined fabric sourcing process with domestic and international vendors. Maintained all in line styles using Enovia PLM system. Collaborated with tech design and product development team to ensure standards are met. Strategized with design director for future collections and SMU styles. Established the first athleisure line capsule and restored legging business by 30%.

Managed all woven categories for men and women GBYGuess collections. Achieved maximum efficiency by developing company standard fit blocks for each year. Managed product development process by implementing vendor sampling WIP reports. Executed all fittings with designers, design directors, and product development team. Communicated with all international vendors to ensure all specs and construction guidelines are met.Created all tech packs that include block pattern, specs, construction, and reference sample.