Katie Paquet

- Partnered with the VP of Design to develop mood boards and concept samples for seasonal Kick-Off meetings. - Designed Loungewear, Activewear, Apparel, and Outerwear. - Led all phases of product creation, from research and sketching to final tech pack delivery. - Participated in coloring the line and key looks across multiple fabric categories. - Maintained design aesthetic integrity throughout the fitting process (both remotely and in-office). - Managed design workload and guided Associate Designers, both remotely and in person. - Ensured accuracy in color bills of materials within the PLM system for precise product execution. - Traveled to the head office for seasonal strategy meetings.

- Designed knitwear, seamless, studio, lounge, and outerwear with a cohesive aesthetic - Led studio designers and a junior designer, providing mentorship and creative direction. - Oversaw fit sessions to ensure design integrity and functionality. - Partnered with the vision team to integrate graphics into garments and align with brand storytelling. - Traveled for research and vendor collaboration.

- Designed studio and outerwear styles with a focus on performance and aesthetics. - Led the Fast Turn program, developing prototypes with liability fabrics to test silhouettes. - Partnered with the vision team to implement garment graphics. - Gathered insights from young athletes in design meetings. - Managed and mentored an assistant designer. -Traveled to Asia for materials and production collaboration.