Katie Roberts: Production/Sustainability Intern in New York, NY

• Oversaw project for partnership/collaboration with EON; a digital platform of visibility for product lifecycle - communicated with mills worldwide for certifications/proofs of compliance standards, sustainable efforts, and traceability measures • Supported Production Manager and collaborated with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors for Womenswear, Menswear, and Accessories • Participated in costing by assisting Head of Production and communicating pricing analysis with Sales Team • Organized development of sustainable packaging and trims • Translated and interpreted communications between French Mills and New York office

• Created/updated/organized accurate technical development packages; Including construction details, sketches, fabrications, trims, print and color details • Assisted in preparations for product presentations and market weeks and all aspects of production needs • Worked closely with buyers and designers for fit, construction, and color approval

• Provided support to the Creative Director and Designers in collection design development at all stages; i.e. rough sketches to completion of tech packs, and concept/creation presentation boards for material selection, color, and styling details • Communicated with both oversea and domestic offices on a daily basis, maintaining high level of communication for production of all prototypes, strike offs, and samples; following up on all design details • Maintained daily communication with production and tech departments to ensure synergy and efficiency with the brand • Created and participated in creating visual presentations, design boards, and document creation for clients and buyer meetings • Partnered with internal areas, reviewing details of prototypes with design manager and merchandising team • Participated actively in full design and development for V. by Vanessa Williams, Dennis Basso, Slimming Options, Steinmart, Pamela McCoy, Mod X, Indigo Thread Co., Kate & Mallory, Paula Deen, Liz Lange, HRP, and Evine After Dark • Brands curated for celebrity labels present on QVC, HSN, & Evine FREELANCE ASSISTANT DESIGN EXPERIENCE Express New York, NY

• Supported with the Fall fashion show and event coordination • Functioned as Personal Assistant to Federica Gherardi, Manager of GFM Industria INC • Functioned as Studio Assistant for Fashion Week; sold collection to international buyers from NYC studio/showroom