Julia Sookram
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team and company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Fashion Designer
RT Knits Ltd
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted market research and followed trends to establish innovative product ideas for clients.
- Created concept boards and mood boards.
- Designed seasonal collections for sales interest and per client requests according to upcoming trends and popular colour palettes.
- Sketched fashion technical sketches digitally using tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Selected fabrics, colours and print designs, trims and finishes to use in final designs with a focus on sustainable practices.
- Launching and following up sample development.
- Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce appealing, cost-effective and environmental friendly products for clients.
- Was in charge of the company showroom; interior makeovers and garment displays to enhance consumer interest.
- Attended client meetings and assisted sales managers in co-creations
- Following up with clients to ensure their satisfaction with our products
Junior Web Designer
Esokia Web Agency
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Designing and building wireframes for websites catering to our clients' need.
- Regularly communicated with clients for feedback
- Worked closely with programmers to ensure the designs were both adaptable and functional.
- Created social media posts for social platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn utilizing software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Worked freelance on projects with the company after leave
Research and Development Intern
CIEL Textile
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Assisted fabric development team by analyzing fabrics, understanding the knitting scheme and assessing yarn composition for fabric developments.
Graphic Design Intern
Digital Natives
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Created social media posts and chatbots for Facebook per client requests
- Assisted with design of print materials such as flyers/brochures and ads by producing basic layouts, selecting colours and tracking down appropriate images for clients
- Worked on branding where I created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations and start-ups.
- Worked on 'Get it Done' Project where I designed and created graphics for the app and marketing purposes.
- Assisted the Head of Design on the UI/UX design of the Get it Done App
Education
Master of Engineering - Textile Science And Engineering
Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Design And Colour Applications For Industry
University of Mauritius
Réduit, Mauritius07.2019
Skills
- Creative Design
- Adobe Illustrator
- Technical Sketches
- Time Management
- Garment Construction
- Pattern Making
- Marketing Materials
- Customer Interaction
Languages
English
Native language
French
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate
B1
Russian
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Fashion Designer
RT Knits Ltd
08.2022 - Current
Junior Web Designer
Esokia Web Agency
05.2019 - 07.2019
Research and Development Intern
CIEL Textile
06.2018 - 07.2018
Graphic Design Intern
Digital Natives
07.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Engineering - Textile Science And Engineering
Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Design And Colour Applications For Industry
University of Mauritius
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