Hello, I am Wenrou Zou, a fashion and apparel design graduate based in Singapore. I studied at Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts where I completed a Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design and a graduation project that explored wearable narratives. I have practical experience as a fashion design assistant for running apparel, plus internships in design and studio settings, giving me a strong base in concept to production, pattern making support, and visual storytelling. I am passionate about translating social ideas into wearable visuals and expanding my practice into broader visual creative fields in Singapore. I am fluent in Mandarin with strong English communication, enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and I regularly sharpen my skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD and 3D fashion design tools. I look forward to contributing to innovative fashion and design projects while growing my global perspective.

Wenrou Zou

Hello, I am Wenrou Zou, a fashion and apparel design graduate based in Singapore. I studied at Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts where I completed a Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design and a graduation project that explored wearable narratives. I have practical experience as a fashion design assistant for running apparel, plus internships in design and studio settings, giving me a strong base in concept to production, pattern making support, and visual storytelling. I am passionate about translating social ideas into wearable visuals and expanding my practice into broader visual creative fields in Singapore. I am fluent in Mandarin with strong English communication, enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and I regularly sharpen my skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD and 3D fashion design tools. I look forward to contributing to innovative fashion and design projects while growing my global perspective.

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Hello, I am Wenrou Zou, a fashion and apparel design graduate based in Singapore. I studied at Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts where I completed a Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design and a graduation project that explored wearable narratives. I have practical experience as a fashion design assistant for running apparel, plus internships in design and studio settings, giving me a strong base in concept to production, pattern making support, and visual storytelling.

I am passionate about translating social ideas into wearable visuals and expanding my practice into broader visual creative fields in Singapore. I am fluent in Mandarin with strong English communication, enjoy collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and I regularly sharpen my skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD and 3D fashion design tools. I look forward to contributing to innovative fashion and design projects while growing my global perspective.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Fashion Design Assistant at QIAODAN Sports Co., Ltd. (Xiamen)
July 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Assisted lead designer in four seasons of running apparel development from concept to production; created technical flats and detail drawings; conducted market research on running sportswear and performance fabrics; independently completed ~20 SKUs; coordinated styling for runway shows at trade fairs and managed backstage model changes; promoted from junior role to Design Assistant.
Art Instructor (Intern) at Space Art Studio (Fujian)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
As an art instructor for high school students preparing for the National Art College Entrance Examination, taught sketching, color painting, and quick sketching; provided one-on-one critiques and demonstrations; developed classroom management and communication of techniques.
Design Assistant (Intern) at Parks Fashion Studio
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Assisted designers in creating digital fashion renderings, technical flats, and pattern drafting; participated in pattern cutting and garment construction including buttoning, beading, and embroidery; practiced draping and garment styling; assisted in fashion photoshoots.
Career Transition & Self-Development at Singapore
June 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Relocated to Singapore for immersion in English and multicultural living; continued self-directed illustration and visual design practice; studied social media content marketing and digital communication; explored transition from fashion design into broader visual creative fields; gained understanding of Singapore's creative industry ecosystem.
Fashion Design Assistant — Running Apparel at QIAODAN Sports Co., Ltd. (Xiamen)
July 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Assisted lead designer in four seasons of running apparel development, covering casual running and professional marathon lines, from concept to production. Created technical flats and detail drawings in Illustrator/Photoshop; prepared design proposals and seasonal decks. Conducted market and trend research on running sportswear and performance fabrics. Independently completed approximately 20 SKUs from design to sample stage. Coordinated styling for runway shows at trade fairs and managed backstage model changes to ensure smooth show execution. Promoted from junior role to Design Assistant, taking on increasing independent design responsibilities.
Career Transition & Self-Development at Self-Directed (Singapore)
June 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Relocated to Singapore for immersive English language improvement and adaptation to a multicultural environment. Continued self-directed illustration and visual design practice, studied social media content marketing and visual strategy, and explored applying design to digital communication. Gained broader understanding of Singapore's local creative industry ecosystem and clarified the direction of transition from fashion design into wider visual creative fields.

Education

Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design at Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design at Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design at Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design at Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024

Qualifications

Advanced Pattern Maker Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
Advanced Fashion Designer Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026
Advanced Pattern Maker Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Advanced Fashion Designer Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Advanced Pattern Maker Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Advanced Fashion Designer Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Advanced Pattern Maker Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Advanced Fashion Designer Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026

Industry Experience

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