Passionate about blending traditional knitwear techniques with modern innovation to deliver commercial, creative, and sustainable designs. Experienced in managing the product life cycle from concept through fit sessions and production approvals.

Kaya Vaughan-Walcott

Passionate about blending traditional knitwear techniques with modern innovation to deliver commercial, creative, and sustainable designs. Experienced in managing the product life cycle from concept through fit sessions and production approvals.

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Passionate about blending traditional knitwear techniques with modern innovation to deliver commercial, creative, and sustainable designs.

Experienced in managing the product life cycle from concept through fit sessions and production approvals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Knitwear Design Assistant at Crew Clothing Company
December 1, 2024 - November 2, 2025
Support the design and development of women's and men's knitwear and knitted accessories; ensure alignment with brand seasonal directions and identity. Create mood boards, conduct trend and competitor research, and produce CADs and detailed technical packs from concept through to final product. Develop comprehensive design packs and liaise with suppliers on lab dips, yarn gauges, stitches, and fabric qualities to uphold brand and quality standards. Collaborate with buying and technical teams during fits to ensure accurate fit, consistency, and high product quality. Communicate effectively with suppliers, factories, and internal teams to ensure smooth workflow, timely feedback, and accurate information sharing. Contribute to design and range review meetings, presenting concepts and product updates to the wider team.
Knitwear Designer at TS Knitwear
November 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Managed client accounts including George at Asda, ASOS, Boohoo Group, coordinating fit sessions and approvals. Graded specifications, organized fit/production samples, and maintained the critical path across menswear and womenswear. Worked closely with technicians and clients to ensure accurate fit, garment construction, and testing compliance. Approved care labels, trims, and ethical requirements. Trained and supported new team members, resolving technical and fit issues efficiently.
Knitwear Product Data / Fit Technician at Matches Fashion
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Measuring various product categories; inputting measurements and data into the size and fit system.
Children's Wear Design Assistant at John Smedley
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Completing knit specs and components from start to finish linker/seamers; making neck patterns for garments. Ability to calculate required number of stitches for the neck line and neck trim. Understanding design software, using numerous stitches to create a variety of knit designs. Measuring knitted garments to confirm measurements meet the spec.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion Design 2:1 at De Montfort University
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2021
Foundation Diploma Art and Design at UAL (University of the Arts London)
September 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017

Qualifications

BA (Hons) Fashion Design 2:1
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2021
Foundation Diploma Art and Design
September 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods