I'm a creative and commercially driven fashion, print & textile designer and product developer with over 10 years of international experience across the UK, UAE and India. A London College of Fashion graduate with expertise spanning tailoring & construction, print and textile design, product development, trend forecasting and luxury retail. I thrive on translating trend insights, craftsmanship and storytelling into commercially relevant products that balance creativity with market appeal. My background includes freelance print design, costume design for film, and luxury retail/merchandising work with Burberry. I enjoy collaborating with independent brands across the UK, India and UAE to deliver print solutions that are both inventive and market-ready.…

Ann Joshua

I'm a creative and commercially driven fashion, print & textile designer and product developer with over 10 years of international experience across the UK, UAE and India. A London College of Fashion graduate with expertise spanning tailoring & construction, print and textile design, product development, trend forecasting and luxury retail. I thrive on translating trend insights, craftsmanship and storytelling into commercially relevant products that balance creativity with market appeal. My background includes freelance print design, costume design for film, and luxury retail/merchandising work with Burberry. I enjoy collaborating with independent brands across the UK, India and UAE to deliver print solutions that are both inventive and market-ready.…

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I’m a creative and commercially driven fashion, print & textile designer and product developer with over 10 years of international experience across the UK, UAE and India. A London College of Fashion graduate with expertise spanning tailoring & construction, print and textile design, product development, trend forecasting and luxury retail.

I thrive on translating trend insights, craftsmanship and storytelling into commercially relevant products that balance creativity with market appeal. My background includes freelance print design, costume design for film, and luxury retail/merchandising work with Burberry. I enjoy collaborating with independent brands across the UK, India and UAE to deliver print solutions that are both inventive and market-ready.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Arabic
Intermediate

Work Experience

Samples Coordinator – Womenswear, Childrenswear & Accessories (Head Office) at Burberry
June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Orchestrated end-to-end lifecycle of Runway, Mainline and Commercial samples across multiple categories; managed post-delivery sample lifecycle including inventory and audits; coordinated London and Paris market preparations; facilitated large-scale sample handovers for digital, campaign and market needs; collaborated with merchandising, production and design to ensure seasonal alignment; maintained real-time tracking for sample movement and risk escalation.
Client Advisor and Wholesale Planning Insight Contributor at Burberry
October 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Provided client feedback, sell-through data and product performance reports to inform range planning and OTB decisions; consistently surpassed sales KPIs; worked with stock planning to optimise in-store distribution; linked retail floor insights with head office to influence merchandising and production; delivered product training to client advisors.
Luxury Sales Advisor at 360 Talent
July 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Provided personalised styling consultations to luxury clientele; leveraged CRM to track interactions and tailor outreach; identified opportunities for strategic upselling across multiple brands including Versace, Hermès, Gucci, Thom Browne, Prada.
Print & Textile Designer at Self-employed / Freelance (London)
June 1, 2023 - Present
Conceptualised and executed original print designs for womenswear and lifestyle products; developed placement prints, all-over repeats, surface patterns and embellishment concepts; prepared production-ready artwork packages with layered files, repeat specs and colour keys; built collection line-ups and visual presentations; collaborated with independent brands across the UK, India and UAE to deliver bespoke print solutions for fashion, accessories, packaging and lifestyle goods.
Product Developer & Fabric Specialist at Kann’s Collection
March 1, 2019 - May 31, 2023
End-to-end fabric sourcing for premium menswear tailoring; conducted risk assessments on drape, weight and compatibility with fusible and chest pieces; managed direct relationships with fabric mills and manufacturers; created tech packs with material performance requirements to protect margins.
Womenswear & Fine Jewellery Designer at Karmalann
January 1, 2015 - February 28, 2019
Supported RTW and bespoke production initiatives; collaborated with specialised suppliers and craftsmen; managed production timelines, sourced premium materials and ensured meticulous quality control across fashion apparel and fine jewellery.
Wholesale Showroom Assistant - Womenswear, Accessories at Vivienne Westwood
August 1, 2012 - November 30, 2014
Organised seasonal calendars and buyer presentations for Paris and London markets; assisted showroom logistics and market readiness; provided backstage support during London Fashion Week.
Assistant Costume Designer & Stylist at Yash Raj Films
May 1, 2007 - June 30, 2009
Designed and styled costumes, coordinated fittings, conducted research for period pieces; sourced and managed costume design, hiring and purchasing; oversaw wardrobe on set and ensured continuity; directed wardrobe team and supported production schedule.

Education

BA (Hons.) Fashion Design Technology – Womenswear at London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London
September 1, 2009 - July 1, 2012
BA (Hons.) Economics at S.N.D.T. University
June 1, 2004 - March 1, 2007
Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Apparel Merchandising at S.A.S.M.I.R.A. College
June 1, 2004 - March 1, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Professional Services