Avery Clark-White
Paris,France
Summary
I am a versatile fashion and design professional with expertise in garment construction, pattern making, and tailoring. Proficient in utilising industry-leading design software, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Clo3d, to create innovative designs and tech packs. Demonstrates strong knowledge in costume construction, trend forecasting, product development, and market research. Skilled in social media strategies and product promotion to enhance brand visibility. Committed to delivering high-quality work that align with current trends while driving creative innovation within the fashion industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Technical Designer & Pattern Maker
Gundi Studios
Paris, FR
2025.09 - Current
- Developed and refined patterns for 50+ garments, reducing sample iterations by 30% through precise grading and fit.
- Utilized CLO3D for virtual garment simulation and fit analysis, accelerating the design approval process by 40% and reducing sampling costs
- Designed comprehensive tech packs and line sheets using the adobe suite with detailed construction specifications, measurements, and materials for production
- Successfully contributed to the entire life cycle of a garment from design to production.
Assistant Designer + Technical Designer
Abacaxi
New York
2024.06 - 2025.09
- Support founder/designer with technical design, design, and development of collection
- Executed pattern making and sample development for multiple collections, incorporating innovative design solutions
- Created detailed technical packs including spec sheets and construction details using the Adobe Suite and Optitex
- Led styling and production for 33 runway looks at SS25 NYFW show, managing backstage operations and model casting
Costume Construction
Idaho Shakespeare Festival
2022.05 - 2024.06
- Constructed and altered period 150+ costumes for seven major productions, ensuring historical accuracy and durability
- Implemented advanced pattern-making techniques for custom costume pieces, meeting tight production deadlines
- Managed and reorganized entire costume warehouse, creating an efficient inventory system
- Specialized in period-specific wig creation and styling, including hand-sewing lace fronts and color matching
- Executed complex hair dying and styling techniques to maintain historical authenticity for multiple productions
Education
Master of Science - Sustainable Fashion
IFA Paris
Paris 2025.09 -
Bachelor of Science - Apparel And Textile Design
University Of Idaho
Moscow, ID, USABachelor Of Public Health - Public Health
University Of Arizona
Tucson, AZ, USASkills
- Technical skills: Design, Draping, Garment construction, Graphic design, Pattern making, Printmaking, Sewing, Tailoring, Tech packs
- Industry knowledge: Costume construction, Fashion design, Market research, Product development, Product promotion & Marketing, Social media, Trend forecasting
- Design software: Adobe illustrator, Adobe indesign, Adobe photoshop, Canva, Clo3d, Microsoft suite, Optitex, Procreate, Tessitura
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Timeline
Master of Science - Sustainable Fashion
IFA Paris
2025.09 -
Technical Designer & Pattern Maker
Gundi Studios
2025.09 - Current
Assistant Designer + Technical Designer
Abacaxi
2024.06 - 2025.09
Costume Construction
Idaho Shakespeare Festival
2022.05 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Science - Apparel And Textile Design
University Of Idaho
Bachelor Of Public Health - Public Health
University Of Arizona