Jennifer Vaupel

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Hi, I’m Jennifer Vaupel, a Creative Director and Garment Technician based in Tampa Bay.

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Hi, I’m Jennifer Vaupel, a Creative Director and Garment Technician based in Tampa Bay. I partner with clients to develop custom garments, conduct fittings, and bring designs from concept to construction, traveling locally for fittings and consults. I work across production, product development, and branding to create unique garments and accessories, managing projects from concept through final production while collaborating with vendors and clients to keep brands on-trend and market-ready.

With experience in custom design, tailoring, packaging, and visual merchandising, I excel at translating client needs into wearable, production-ready pieces. I’m hands-on with pattern drafting, garment construction, and fit, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where collaboration and attention to detail drive successful outcomes.

  • Joined October 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Other

Projects · 1

Work experience· 23 roles

Alterations Specialist · David’s BridalMar 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Performs customer garment fittings to David’s Bridal standards; executes alterations on bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, flower girl dresses, and special occasion garments using industrial and hand sewing techniques; presses, steams, and spot cleans; conducts quality control and delivers altered garments by agreed fittings; documents alterations on tickets and addresses customer service issues; assists in closing sales with stylists; communicates supply needs and maintains equipment.

Alterations Specialist · David’s BridalMar 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Performs client fittings per company standards; carries out alterations on bridal and formal wear; presses and cleans garments; ensures quality control before delivery; manages alteration tickets and pricing; resolves customer service issues; assists stylists to validate fit and educate customers about fit, construction, and trends; maintains equipment and supplies; conducts fittings and takes measurements.

Creative Director / Garment Technician · Jennifer Vaupel Custom DesignsMar 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 9 mos

Travels locally to clients for fittings and custom design services; conducts fit sessions; creates custom designs, patterns (hand and CAD); researches trends, fabrics, garment construction techniques; specializes in conceptualizing, drawing, and constructing custom garments for customers or brands; builds and maintains strong client relationships; manages scheduling of consultations from initial concept to final fitting.

Creative Director/Garment Technician · Jennifer Vaupel Custom DesignsMar 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 9 mos
Director / Production Manager · Faceplant Dreams DesignMay 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 7 mos
Director / Production Manager · Faceplant Dreams DesignMay 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 7 mos
Senior Product Development / Assistant Manager · Cousin Corporation of AmericaMar 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 8 mos
Senior Product Development/Assistant Manager · Cousin Corporation of AmericaMar 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 8 mos

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design and Marketing · International Academy of Design & Technology (Tampa, FL)2030 – 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design and Marketing · International Academy of Design & Technology (Tampa, FL)2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design and Marketing2030 – 2025

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