Kristen Azzarelli
Administrative Assistance/Product Photographer
Philadelphia, PA, USA
570-575-8538
be.net/kazzarelli
I have a BFA in Fashion Design from Moore College of Art & Design. I'm currently seeking full time employment at an apparel company on the east coast.
Work Experience
Freelance
Print/Graphic Design Freelancer
Creating seamless repeats of designs for clients who would go on to construct professionally sewn garments.
January 2017
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Pennsylvania, United States
Aeropostale
Women's CAD Intern
• Helped to make visual identification of prints quick and easy by organizing over 1,000 designs by year / season
on contact sheets
• Created an original print design in Adobe Illustrator for a Spring 2016 romper that was later sold in-stores
• Personally organized the entire physical library of past prints in binders by category for the CAD team’s reference
• Created digital / physical tech packs to present CAD team’s work to overall design team
• Worked closely with a large design team and received excellent feedback from internship manager on consistent
punctuality, positive attitude, work ethic, and all-around performance
on contact sheets
• Created an original print design in Adobe Illustrator for a Spring 2016 romper that was later sold in-stores
• Personally organized the entire physical library of past prints in binders by category for the CAD team’s reference
• Created digital / physical tech packs to present CAD team’s work to overall design team
• Worked closely with a large design team and received excellent feedback from internship manager on consistent
punctuality, positive attitude, work ethic, and all-around performance
June 2015
- August 2015
New York, United States
The Handwork Studio
Specialty Counselor
• Used leadership skills to explain pattern instructions, give comprehensive demonstrations, and lead daily classes
• Helped children gain an understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and trims
• Guided campers through the design process from concept, sketching garments, to sewing complete looks
• Helped children gain an understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and trims
• Guided campers through the design process from concept, sketching garments, to sewing complete looks
May 2016
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Narberth, Pennsylvania, United States
Moore College Of Art & Design
Fabrication Lab Monitor
• Oversaw safe operation of laser cutter, embroidery machine, and 3D printers
• Provided support to other students to help them successfully complete their projects
• Assisted with preparing and formatting artwork in Adobe Illustrator according to machine specs
• Kept the work space and equipment clean and organized for daily appointments
• Provided support to other students to help them successfully complete their projects
• Assisted with preparing and formatting artwork in Adobe Illustrator according to machine specs
• Kept the work space and equipment clean and organized for daily appointments
October 2015
- May 2016
Pennsylvania, United States
Education
Moore College Of Art And Design
BFA
3.73 Major GPA, Dean's Scholarship Recipient
August 2012
- May 2016
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Awards
Moore College Of Art & Design
Kid's Choice Award - Children's Wear ("Dress To Express" Spring Fashion Show)
2014
Moore College Of Art & Design
"Homage to the City of Brotherly Love Award" - Honorable Mention ("Runway of Brotherly Love", Jumpstart Fashion Show 2014)
2014
Skills
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Draping,
Dyeing Techniques,
Excellent Typing Skills,
Excellent Verbal Communication,
Fabric Manipulation,
Fashion Illustration,
Garment Construction,
Leadership Skills,
Luxury Retail Experience,
Mac/Windows Proficiency,
Microsoft Office,
Pattern-making,
Pre-made Pattern Alterations,
Textile Design,
Trend Forecasting Experience,