Jessica Louise Walker

Freelance design work for a global sourcing company; conducts market research and forecasting, creates seasonal presentations with updated silhouettes, colours, fabrics, trims, prints and graphics; key accounts include ASOS and Zalando, acting as the Zalando account designer for all activewear across mens, womens, and kids. Produces detailed design pages and technical specs for factories, and supports fittings and sample reviews.

Works for a global sourcing company designing and manufacturing out of London and Turkey with a focus on sustainability and ethical practices. Performs market research, forecasting, and trade trips, creating seasonal presentations to showcase trends, colours, fabrics, trims, prints and graphics. Handles accounts including Next, Zara, Tu, Sainsbury's and ASOS activewear; works on both men’s and women’s lines; prepares design pages and technical specs for factories.

Direct contact with startup and professional active-wear brands. Specializing in gym-wear, swimwear, athleisure, seamless and outerwear for women, men and children. Create mood boards, brand identity visuals, colour pages, and detailed design sheets with fabrics, trims, graphics and colour information. Develop collection direction, present concepts to clients via Skype or in person, and provide technical specs ready for manufacturing (measurements, fabric/trim details, colourups, logos, care labels). If requested, organise fittings and update specs after reviews. While primarily design-focused, I also offer graphic support and advise on print techniques and execution. Swimwear projects include Calvin Klein, Platinum Sun and Sundae Soda. Freelance work keeps me researching weekly to stay on top of trends and opportunities.