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I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with hands-on experience developing collections from concept through production. My background includes working on garment construction and technical development, creating pattern-cutting resources, and supporting product development through sampling and material preparation. Alongside my studio and practical training, I’ve gained real industry exposure through roles that involve collaboration, creative problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life within set deadlines. I’ve assisted with the development of premium leather goods, and I’ve also produced sewing and garment pattern projects for fashion shows and independent fashion week events, coordinating key production details with creative teams.…I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with hands-on experience developing collections from concept through production. My background includes working on garment construction and technical development, creating pattern-cutting resources, and supporting product development through sampling and material preparation. Alongside my studio and practical training, I’ve gained real industry exposure through roles that involve collaboration, creative problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life within set deadlines. I’ve assisted with the development of premium leather goods, and I’ve also produced sewing and garment pattern projects for fashion shows and independent fashion week events, coordinating key production details with creative teams.

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I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with hands-on experience developing collections from concept through production. My background includes working on garment construction and technical development, creating pattern-cutting resources, and supporting product development through sampling and material preparation. Alongside my studio and practical training, I’ve gained real industry exposure through roles that involve collaboration, creative problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life within set deadlines. I’ve assisted with the development of premium leather goods, and I’ve also produced sewing and garment pattern projects for fashion shows and independent fashion week events, coordinating key production details with creative teams.…I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with hands-on experience developing collections from concept through production. My background includes working on garment construction and technical development, creating pattern-cutting resources, and supporting product development through sampling and material preparation. Alongside my studio and practical training, I’ve gained real industry exposure through roles that involve collaboration, creative problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life within set deadlines. I’ve assisted with the development of premium leather goods, and I’ve also produced sewing and garment pattern projects for fashion shows and independent fashion week events, coordinating key production details with creative teams.

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I’m a fashion design graduate based in Porto, Portugal, with hands-on experience developing collections from concept through production. My background includes working on garment construction and technical development, creating pattern-cutting resources, and supporting product development through sampling and material preparation.

Alongside my studio and practical training, I’ve gained real industry exposure through roles that involve collaboration, creative problem-solving, and bringing ideas to life within set deadlines. I’ve assisted with the development of premium leather goods, and I’ve also produced sewing and garment pattern projects for fashion shows and independent fashion week events, coordinating key production details with creative teams.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Technical Illustration

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Sewing Tutor / Project-Based Costume Work

January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Designed and produced costumes for The Traitors Ireland 2026. Helped showcase collections at Ireland Fashion Week and Dublin Independent Fashion Week. Co-directed a collaborative fashion show, coordinating production, models, and event organization.

Leatherwork Artisan Assistant

January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Assisted in developing and producing premium leather goods. Built understanding of leather manufacturing processes and craftsmanship, supporting product development via sampling and material preparation. Worked within an international creative team to contribute to leather product creation and technical preparation.

Sewing Tutor / Costume Production (Training project) at The Traitors Ireland (2026) / TV production wardrobe department

January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Designed and produced costumes for The Traitors Ireland 2026. Showcased collections at Ireland Fashion Week and Dublin Independent Fashion Week. Co-directed a collaborative fashion showcase, coordinating production, models, and event organization. Coordinated schedules and responsibilities across multiple stakeholders to deliver a complete event presentation.

Leatherwork Artisan Assistant (Erasmus post-graduate) at Mia Walsh Fashion Studio (Erasmus placement) / leather goods production team

January 1, 2026 - Present

Assisted in the development and production of premium leather goods. Built understanding of leather manufacturing processes and traditional craftsmanship techniques. Supported product development through sampling and material preparation, contributing to the full workflow of creating leather items. Worked within an international creative team environment, collaborating on development tasks and production support. Focused on technical understanding of materials and construction methods used in leather goods, gaining practical exposure to production standards and workshop processes.

Costume / Wardrobe Production for The Traitors Ireland 2026 at The Traitors Ireland 2026

January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Designed and produced costume items for The Traitors Ireland 2026. Showcased collections at Ireland Fashion Week and Dublin Independent Fashion Week. Co-directed a collaborative fashion show, coordinating production, models, and event organization.

Leather Work Artisan (Assistant) / Leather Goods Production Assistant

September 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026

Assisted in the development and production of premium leather goods, gaining understanding of leather manufacturing processes and craftsmanship. Supported product development through sampling and material preparation, contributing to the making of high-quality finished items. Worked within an international creative team to help move concepts into tangible products, while learning process and craft fundamentals relevant to leather production.

Freelance Fashion Designer / Product Development at Change Clothes

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Developed products from initial concept through sampling and final production. Collaborated with clients to interpret creative briefs into commercially viable designs, and produced technical specifications for garment production. Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Freelance Fashion Designer at Change Clothes (Dublin) / Client projects

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Developed products from initial concept through sampling and final production, collaborating with clients to interpret creative briefs into commercially viable designs. Produced technical specifications for garment production and managed multiple projects at once while meeting deadlines.

Freelance Fashion Designer at Change Clothes (Dublin)

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Developed products from initial concept through sampling and final production. Collaborated with clients to interpret creative briefs into commercially viable designs. Produced technical specifications for garment production, ensuring design details translated accurately into manufacturing. Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining production readiness.

Design / Production Development (Change Clothes) at Change Clothes, Dublin

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026

Developed products from initial concept through sampling and final production. Collaborated with clients to interpret creative briefs into commercially viable designs. Produced technical specifications for garment production and managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Leather Work Artisan Asssistant at LEATHER WORK ARTISAN

January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025

Assisted in the development and production of premium leather goods. Gained practical understanding of leather manufacturing processes and craftsmanship. Supported product development through sampling and material preparation. Worked within an international creative team, contributing to workflow and production needs across the leather goods development process.

Fashion Designer (Project Fashion)

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Designed sewing projects and garment patterns. Planned creative projects end-to-end from concept to completion. Produced technical demonstrations and construction guides, and developed pattern-cutting resources for students.

Fashion Design (Project / Collection Work)

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025

Designed sewing projects and garment patterns, planned creative work from concept through completion, and produced technical demonstrations and construction guides. Developed pattern-cutting resources to support students, focusing on clear, usable pattern knowledge and practical garment construction understanding.

Fashion Designer / Pattern & Garment Construction (Project Fashion)

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Designed sewing projects and garment patterns. Planned creative projects from concept to completion, producing technical demonstrations and construction guides. Developed pattern-cutting resources for students. Covered both creative design work and practical communication of pattern/assembly instructions for reliable garment construction.

Project Fashion (Fashion Design / Garment Production) at Freelance / Collaboration roles

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Designed sewing projects and garment patterns, planning creative projects from concept to completion. Produced technical demonstrations and construction guides, and created pattern-cutting resources for students. Developed and executed fashion-related design deliverables with an emphasis on technical accuracy and repeatable production methods.