BCBG - RUNWAY

Resume

EMMA FIXMER

908.370.4148 - emma@fixmer.com

SUMMARY

Patternmaker with experience in contemporary to high-end and contemporary fashion lines, with oversight in all aspects of patternmaking from inception to the creation of first patterns to production of the final garment.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Gerber V8.6, Gerber 9; Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook; WebPDM; Adobe Photoshop

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Patternmaker

May 2017- Present

Adaptation                                                                             (December 2017 - present)

-Working with both hand and digital patterns, first through production on shirts, trousers, jackets, dresses

-Attend fittings, pattern corrections as needed, checking/correcting digitized patterns

-Manage sample-making for first samples through final PPS

-Work with Production to ensure timely release of patterns to production

-Create Patterncards & sewing instructions, sometimes sketching flats, as needed

SABLYN                                                                                         (Feb 2018 - present)

-Working alongside designer to ensure proper translation of designer's vision into a working sample

-Make 1st patterns, tweaking production patterns in a timely manner to ensure deadlines are met

-Create Patterncards with sewing instructions, sketching when needed

-Sew muslins for select styles

-Fit on owner/designer 

NOAH ROPA                                                                                  (March 2018 - present)

-1st through Production Patternmaking, creating patterncards, writing sewing instructions, supervision all sewing

-Conduct and lead fittings, correct pattern as needed

-Sew all muslins

-Fit on owner/designer 

Jean Atelier (LA-based boutique denim line)                 (May 2017 - September 2017)                 

-Digitize hand patterns into Gerber

-Attend fittings and make appropriate pattern corrections

-Lead calendar meetings to ensure proper deadlines are met

-Translate designer drape into pattern

-Write sewing instructions with designer

-Take ownership of style once in work

-Oversee cutter and sample maker

-Source trims when necessary

-Create Cost Sheets, Patterncards, Tech Packs, and Invoices

-Organized Pattern Library and Work Lists

-Release patterns to Production once perfect fit has been achieved

-Oversaw on-site manufacturing to ensure original quality and style

Reformation (Eco-Conscious Contemporary Clothing)

June 2016 - May 2017

First Patternmaker

-Drape garment from scratch based off sketch or inspiration photo

-Drape garment based off previous style based off sketch or photo

-Work with head Production Patternmaker to ensure goals met

-Oversee and manage sample makers

-Attend fittings

-Release to Production from 2 fittings or less

-Organize pattern library

-Create detailed Pattern Cards and Sewing Instructions

Noam Hanoch (Designer Clothing)                                                     March 2015 - April 2016

Vive La Femme (Contemporary)

First through Production Patternmaker

-Drape original or (rarely) work from block: dresses, pants, skirts, tops, jumpsuits, shorts, rompers using a combination of hand draping, digitizing, and computerized patternmaking (Gerber 8.4.0.93)

-Help to develop and perfect blocks for future use

-Ensure specific measurements are met for a consistency in fit

-Lead fittings, take detailed notes, make pattern corrections, sometimes be my own fit model,

-Actively engage with owner/designer to create unique, gorgeous garments

-Oversee and manage cutter, sample makers, and intern

-Collaborate with owner/designer to source all development fabrics and trims

-Constantly in contact with local domestic production company to ensure the company's production processes are met

-Effectively Communicate with marking/grading contractor to ensure clarity in the garment construction for accurate grading, then double check patterns in an organized process to ensure the grading is correct and meets specs before handing over to production contractors or our house cutter

-Oversee purchases made in relation to the Patternmaking Department, follow set budget including the purchase and maintenance of: dress forms, computer, software, plotter, and digitizer

-Created organizational methods for logging style numbers and patterns in library

VMT (high end resort line) - Los Angeles                                              March 2014 - March 2015

First Through Production Patternmaker

-First-Production for high-end resort line with a focus on dresses, skirts, tops, shorts, and pants

-Helped company develop their perfect fit and blocks

-Quickly and accurately created first patterns based on sketches and flats

-Developed, organized and maintained detailed records of pattern work and sewing instructions

-Created and developed “tech packs” which included: pattern cards, specs, and sewing instructions

-Revised Patterns, as needed, in various stages of first and production

-Reviewed grading and markers before releasing to manufacturers

-Assessed samples from manufacturers to determine quality of final product

BCBG-Max Azria LLC, Runway Dept.                                                    May 2011- March 2014

Runway Associate First Patternmaker

-Thrived as part of Runway Design Team, focus on dresses, skirts, tops, and pants

-Created first patterns based on sketches and flats under tight deadlines

-Maintained organized records of pattern work and sewing instructions

-Efficiently maintained Tech Packs on PDM: Patterncards, Specs, Sewing Instructions

-Revised Patterns before releasing to Production on evening and day dresses, tops, skirts and pants.

Jaclyn Apparel (private label intimates) New York                             October 2010 - March 2011

First through Production Patternmaker

-First-Production for private label intimate apparel

-Created my own grade rules, made my own markers, oversaw both first and production sample makers

-Developed and maintained organized records of pattern work and sewing instructions

-Created and developed Tech Packs: Patterncards, Specs, Sewing Instructions

-Revised Patterns in various stages of first and production

Astor & Black  (Custom Clothier) New York                         October 2009 - October 2010

Production Assistant

-Conducted fittings, worked with sample makers, created purchase orders, created and maintained a system of organization for garments

Curved & Darted - Sasha Rieker Vermel San Francisco             June 2008 - September 2009

Assistant Patternmaker

-Assisted Owner of custom clothing company in all aspects of patternmaking: pants, vests, wedding dresses, costumes, product development, pattern grading, and menswear

EDUCATION

The Art Institute of California - San Francisco

BFA in Fashion Design, concentration in Patternmaking            Sept