Alexander Jackson
Chorleywood,United Kingdom
Summary
Creative professional offering expertise in numerous fashion & product design related areas. Possesses deep understanding of fit and proportion with strong technical skills and an eye for fine detail. Creator of high-quality pieces which utilise comprehensive planning processes to guide construction. Dedicated to helping others and anticipating needs. Passionate about sustainable production, craftsmanship, and fair trade.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Freelance Patternmaker
Mirror Palais
New York, NY
2023.02 - 2023.02
- Draped designs according to designer sketches.
- Constructed sample garments for fittings and pattern adjustments.
- Fitted garments on live models to approve fit and production.
- Incorporated changes and corrections when making production patterns.
Design Intern
Wiederhoeft LLC
New York, NY
2022.01 - 2022.06
- Worked closely with Creative Director on key projects.
- Developed skills in corsetry and hand sewing.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims for use in final designs and met desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Assisted designers at fashion photoshoots, tracking garments and dressing models.
- Oversaw production of fashion lines from concept to completion, while working with skilled craftspeople.
- Multitasked numerous projects under tight deadlines.
Retail Associate
Gucci
New York, NY
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Gained an extensive knowledge of leather goods and fine jewelry.
- Learned the principles and practices of luxury merchandising.
- Developed a strong rapport with clients, including numerous celebrities, upholding the core values of the brand.
Design Intern
Sterling King Jewelry
New York, NY
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
- Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials, and advertisements for social media.
- Developed and used Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Retail Associate
Urban Outfitters
Charlottesville , Virginia, USA
2019.10 - 2020.01
- Recommended merchandise by listening attentively to customers and understanding their preferences.
- Managed store displays based on merchandising guidelines.
- Enforced loss prevention guidelines and inventory control measures.
Camp Counsellor
Hidden Villa Farm
Los Altos Hills , California, USA
2019.06 - 2019.08
- Led campers in a variety of activities, from day hikes to animal husbandry, teaching them valuable life skills and an appreciation for nature.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure effective programme delivery.
- Cared for children with special needs and conditions.
Education
Advanced Studies Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Charlottesville VA, USA 08/2014 - 06/2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion & Product Design
Parsons School of Design
New York, NY 08/2018 - 05/2023
Skills
- Digital Flats & Technical Notebook expertise
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and In-Design
- Pattern Making & Correction
- Garment Sewing and Construction
- Draping expertise
- Embroidery Design and Fabrication
- Extensive Knowledge of Fabrics & garment-related materials
- Jewelry Design and Fabrication
- Silver and Goldsmithing
- Extensive knowledge of Gemology and Precious Metals
Languages
English
Native
German
Intermediate
Volunteering
- Climate Field School, Bidoup Nui Ba National Park, Vietnam (January 2015)
- Learned from Columbia University researchers how to reconstruct the historical climate record by analyzing ancient tree ring data - Learned about sustainable economic alternatives to logging, mining, hunting, cattle farming.
- Kasetsart University, Bangkok, Thailand (June-August 2016)
-Joined a research expedition into the Thai jungle to learn about sustainable eucalyptus tree forestry.
Timeline
Freelance Patternmaker
Mirror Palais
2023.02 - 2023.02
Design Intern
Wiederhoeft LLC
2022.01 - 2022.06
Retail Associate
Gucci
2021.06 - 2021.09
Design Intern
Sterling King Jewelry
2021.06 - 2021.08
Retail Associate
Urban Outfitters
2019.10 - 2020.01
Camp Counsellor
Hidden Villa Farm
2019.06 - 2019.08
Advanced Studies Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
08/2014 - 06/2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion & Product Design
Parsons School of Design
08/2018 - 05/2023