Kristina W.
Objective: Seeking full-time Social Media or Marketing employment.
Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion Design (B.F.A.) December 2012
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA

Study Abroad, Summer 2011
Santa Reparata International School of Art, Florence, Italy

Independent Study: Print Placement and Repeat Development; Products critiqued and supervised by
textile experts from Diane Van Furstenberg.
Relevant Coursework: Construction Techniques, Patternmaking, Fashion Illustration, Adobe
Photoshop and Illustrator for Fashion Design, Indesign, Textiles for the Fashion Industry, Draping,
Fashion Forecasting, and Digital Filmmaking.
Experience: Freelance Technical Design & Graphic Design, Raven + Lily – Austin, Texas April 2016- Dec 2016
• Creating technical sketches (flats) and design sheets for Raven +Lily SS17 Jewelry line to send to
artisans for sample making. • Facilitate the management of multiple product lines from the initial concept, through development,
and into the final production. Constantly evolving and embracing the ever-growing process.
Technical Design Intern, Raven + Lily – Austin, Texas February 2016- April 2016
• Acute attention to detail while assisting designer with meticulous copying of patterns and
embroidery layouts. Advanced knowledge of Patternmaking and strong technical sewing skills
honed to perfection.
Fashion Model, Fenton Moon | Fit Model, Elite Model Management – NYC April 2013- Present
• Extensive technical fit knowledge and the ability to work well with designers, patternmakers,
designers, and merchandisers. • Making constructive comments for garment fit improvements while striving for consistency and
accuracy during appointments.
Temp Print Designer, Carnegie Creative - New York City April 2015- June 2015 • Assisted the design team with all aspects of print production including: image resize, fabric boards
and line list. Created email fliers and advertisement handouts. • Maintained and organized print, pattern, and color archive.
Event Specialist, Victory Models - New York City September 2013- Present • Executed a variety of in-store demos, street activation teams, and multi-market launches for one of
a kind special events such as The United Nations, XLVIII Super Bowl, Estée Lauder, Android,
Lady Gaga’s Art Pop album release, and others.
• Integrated marketing strategies to increase product sales and consumer satisfaction.
Print and Textile Manager, VCU - Richmond, Virginia August 2011-March 2013
• Specialized in providing high quality customer service in a timely manner through the use of
Generation Digital, to create print repeats for Senior Student Class at VCU.
• Proficient with Mimaki Jet printer.
Software
Skills: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Final Cut Pro, I-Movie, Generation Digital,
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Other Skills: Mimaki Textile Jet Fabric Printing, Placement Graphics and Print Repeat, Technical Flats and Spec
sheet packages, CPR/ Lifeguard Certification,
Awards &
Honors: VCU Study Abroad Scholarship for Summer 2011, Academic Achievement Award ($1,000 per
semester), Virginia Commonwealth University Deans List 2010-2012, Girl Scouts Silver Award.