Brianda T. Stegman

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Apparel and Textiles with a Specialization in Apparel Design & Production

Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS

Graduation: May 2016

GPA: 3.3/4.0

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KEY SKILLS

•    Knowledgeable about silhouettes and fabrication

•    Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Optitex & Gerber Patternmaking Software

•    StrengthsQuest Talents: Restorative, Focus, Arranger, Deliberative, and Significance     

•    Problem Solving Skills, Multi-tasking, Goal-oriented, and Ability to make quick decisions

•    10+ years sewing experience

•    2+ years fashion retail experience

•    Working knowledge for creating concept boards for presentations

•    Knowledgeable about application of technical design flats and Tech Packs

•    2+ years of patternmaking experience

•    2+ years pattern scaling experience

•    Data color and dye lot readings

•    Working knowledge of P2M timelines and PLM systems

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WORK EXPERIENCE    

Champion Teamwear- Manhattan, KS

Product Designer I 03/2017 to Current

•    Designs preliminary Ultrafuse sublimation product

•    Transfers Ultrafuse primary design markings and notches to the pattern files within Gerber

•    Utilizes Adobe Illustrator to simplify garment style to an outline, or blueprint, of the most important style lines and ensure proportionate        representation of the original style in its base size

•    Converts original garment style utilized within Gerber Accumark and grades all style lines to the full size run, ensures final pattern pieces are consistent across entire size run

•    Initiates and develops all files needed for sublimated samples that are used by Sales, Marketing, and Product Design

•    Conducts trend analysis by shopping competitors and obtains information on new fabrics, trims, and styling trends for sublimation assortment plan

•    Partners with Merchandising Artists to facilitate new art and processes based on market research and current trends

•    Attends fittings to assure correct design details and fit

•    Creates tech packs for new garments in PLM system

•    Participates in meetings including product huddles, pagination, ads, and emails to provide input for presentations

•    Collaborates on proofing all media

 

Champion Teamwear - Manhattan, KS

Product Development & Design Assistant 06/2016 to 03/2017

•    Create merchandising plans for every sport and spirit market

•    Design Ultrafuse sublimation product

•    Measure samples for Technical Design team

•    Attend fittings to assure correct design details and fit

•    Help Fabric and Color Analyst with cutting and reading dye lots from manufacturers

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A Little Joy - Wichita, KS

Founder/Designer 10/2020 to Current

•    Design & create home decor based on current trends

•    Manage social media platforms

•    Design & create custom home decor based on customer specifications

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Celebrations of the Heart- Manhattan, KS

Stylist 08/2015 to 03/2017

•    Assist in bridal, bridesmaids, and tux appointments

•    Take measurements of customers for special orders

•    Repair and alter wedding and formal gowns

 

Paul Carroll New York – Brooklyn Heights, NY

Fashion Design Intern 06/2015 to 08/2015

•    Draft Patterns

•    Grading garment size runs

•    Fabric and trim sourcing in Garment District

•    Assist in Spring/Summer 2016 Photo Shoot

•    Alter existing garments to fit models

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

•    Selected for New York City Study Tour for Apparel and Textiles Program (Kansas State University) May 2014

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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

•    Apparel Marketing Design Alliance Make-A-Wish Charity Fashion Show- 4 years

•    Kansas City Fashion Week Volunteer 2013

•    Kansas State University Showcase of Excellence Fashion Show 2014

•    Kansas State University Showcase of Excellence Makeup Coordinator 2015

•    Kansas State University Showcase of Excellence Co-Director 2016

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