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I am a resourceful and detail-driven Technical Designer with 6+ years of experience across apparel, accessories, and product design. I translate creative concepts into production-ready designs through precise tech pack development, fit analysis, and material specifications, ensuring every detail aligns with manufacturing realities. I thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environments, coordinating fittings with global vendors and managing complex product categories from concept to final delivery. My work bridges creative vision with practical production, and I am motivated by delivering brand-right products on-time.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Work Experience
Freelance Technical Designer & Product Designer at Alana Kracht Design LLC
January 1, 2023 - PresentResourceful technical designer delivering production-ready designs across apparel, accessories, and homeware through detailed tech packs, fit analysis, and material specifications. Led cross-functional collaboration with design, production, and overseas vendors, coordinating fittings and ensuring design integrity from concept through final delivery. Built and maintained PLM accuracy and supported multiple client projects including Pop Creative, Reverse Descent, Stoney Clover Lane, and Rosie Assoulin.
Technical Designer at Pop Creative
February 1, 2025 - PresentLed technical development across product categories (homeware, cosmetic accessories, branded merchandise, influencer gift boxes); created detailed tech packs, reviewed samples, and collaborated with overseas vendors to ensure production-ready execution.
Technical Designer at Reverse Descent
June 1, 2023 - PresentLed technical development and accessories design for a unisex streetwear brand; developed detailed tech packs, specs, and construction details for apparel and accessories to ensure design integrity through production.
Contract Designer at Stoney Clover Lane
December 1, 2024 - October 17, 2025Collaborated with the design, production and TD teams during pass-offs to create/update tech packs for new custom travel accessories, ensuring accurate specs and reviewing samples for quality and brand alignment.
Contract Designer at Rosie Assoulin
October 15, 2024 - October 17, 2025Provided technical design support for a 12-style (20 SKU) woven dresses exclusive collection for a luxury department store retailer; Led fittings, spec updates, and tech pack creation/revisions to ensure production readiness.
Associate Technical Designer at Apiece Apart
January 1, 2023 - PresentSupported the technical development of women’s woven apparel, including tops, dresses, and outerwear, by updating tech packs, managing graded specs, and maintaining PLM accuracy. Participated in fit sessions and compiled detailed fit comments for overseas vendors, recommending construction and spec adjustments to improve garment consistency and fit.
Associate Technical Designer at Anthony Thomas Melillo
May 1, 2024 - October 17, 2025Owned technical design for luxury knitwear and jersey categories, managing tech packs, graded specs, and fit comments from proto to final production. Led weekly fit sessions and collaborated directly with design, production, and overseas factories to resolve construction challenges and maintain premium fit standards. Reviewed pre-production and TOP samples to ensure alignment with brand specs, silhouette, and quality expectations. Maintained PLM accuracy and streamlined communication across teams to support on-time development and seasonal milestones.
Education
B.A. in Fashion Design at Kent State University, Fashion School; Kent State Florence, Italy Semester Abroad
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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