Work Experience
January 2023 – March 2023
Cunnington and Sanderson
( Yorkshire, The UK )
November 2020 – June 2022
KIKO KOSTADINOV Limited
( London, The UK )
August 2020 – November 2022
FORMI Co., Ltd.
( Osaka, Japan )
April 2016 – February 2019
m-i-d Co., Ltd.
(Osaka, Japan)
Studio intern, Work Placement for Nottingham Trent University Postgraduate Program
I was involved in the technical side of the design and production process, such as pattern cutting, toiling, and technical drawing using Adobe Illustrator.
Skills: Fitting · Adobe Illustrator · Pattern Cutting · Garment Construction · Creative Problem Solving · Communication · Sewing · Technical Drawing
Creative Pattern Cutting Assistant For Women’s Ready-to-Wear
I worked on the technical side of all fundamental production processes, such as pattern cutting, toiling, garment fitting, and making sewing specifications using Adobe Illustrator with the team. Sewing samples with actual fabric for fashion shows helped me to develop my skills to decide garment structures. Occasionally, I assisted in shootings and fashion shows as a dresser.
Skills: Fitting · Alterations · Adobe Illustrator · Adobe Photoshop · Pattern Cutting · Draping · Garment Construction · Creative Problem Solving · Garment Fitting · Communication · Sewing · Technical Drawing · Tech Packs
Clothing alteration staff
Using my knowledge of pattern cutting, I altered and fixed customers’ garments. Tasks included attaching kick tapes to trouser hems and new zips. I gained communication and problem-solving skills by proposing repair methods to customers.
Skills: Fitting · Alterations · Garment Construction · Creative Problem Solving · Communication · Sewing · Maintenance & Repair
Permanent Employed Pattern Cutter in Planning Department
I independently worked on the technical side of the fundamental production process with the team. In addition, I made lay plans and graded patterns using CAD. I was in charge of garments 4 or 5 garments per season. Therefore, I selected linings, interlinings, and attachments by considering the main fabric and finishings, and made sure that the garments keep good quality until they are delivered to shops by contacting factories and checking the garments’ measurements. Occasionally, supported customers as shop staff during peak season and got an opportunity to hear their feedback.
Skills: Pattern Grading · Fitting · Alterations · Adobe Illustrator · Pattern Cutting · Garment Construction · Creative Problem Solving · Garment Fitting · Grading · Communication · Sewing · Technical Drawing · Tech Packs · CAD
Education
September 2022 – July 2023
Nottingham Trent University
( Nottingham, United Kingdom )
April 2013 - March 2016
Bunka Fashion College
( Tokyo, Japan )
August 2013
Central Saint Martins
( London, United Kingdom)
Master of Art in Fashion and Creative Pattern Cutting
I developed postgraduate-level research skills for my personal project “What is a Good Pattern Cutting?” and enhanced both creative pattern cutting and traditional pattern cutting theories by draping and flat pattern cutting techniques. I also gained CAD skills such as Lectra and CLO 3D. The collaboration module brought me an opportunity to increase my teamwork skills to work with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Skills: Lectra Modaris · CLO · Fitting · Creative Pattern Cutting · Adobe Illustrator · Adobe InDesign · Adobe Photoshop · Microsoft Office · Pattern Cutting · Draping · Garment Construction · Creative Problem Solving · Garment Fitting · Communication · Sewing · Technical Drawing
Diploma in Garment Creation Course in Fashion Creation Department
I learnt flat pattern cutting techniques and garment constructions for fundamental garments such as coats, jackets, dresses, trousers, and skirts with linings. I also experienced assisting Tokyo Fashion Week as a dresser.
Skills: Pattern Grading · Fitting · Adobe Illustrator · Microsoft Office · Pattern Cutting · Draping · Garment Construction · Creative Problem Solving · Garment Fitting · Grading · Communication · Sewing · Technical Drawing · Tech Packs · CAD
Summer Short Course
Certifications
Sustainability in Practice
November 2022
Issued by
Nottingham Trent University
Fashion Pattern Making Certification
Fashion Color Certification
February 2014
Issued by Association for the Promotion of Fashion Education in Japan
Skills
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Fundamental knowledge and skills: sewing, pattern cutting, cutting fabric, toiling, and garment fitting.
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Creative pattern cutting skills by combining draping and flat pattern cutting technique.
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Lectra Modaris, CLO3D
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Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop
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Making sewing specifications by CAD.
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Problem-solving skills: dealing with issues caused by fabric, design, finishing and body shape.
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Communication skills: liaising with designers and a production department in a team to check garment structures and finishings, and department factories to make industrial patterns.
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Time management skills: making timeline sheets and always checking deadlines for each task.
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CREA COMPO Pattern Magic, Grading Magic, Marker Magic
Honours / Awards
NTU Excellence Scholarship
February 2022
Issued by
Nottingham Trent University
Award of excellence
in Garment Creation Course
March 2016
Issued by
Bunka Fashion College
Language
English
Full professional proficiency, IELTS 6.5 (April 2022)
Japanese
Native proficiency