Entry-level fashion designer with 3+ years of experience translating trend research and mood boards into cohesive visual concepts and digital collections. Skilled in color story, silhouette direction, and 3D digital prototyping using CLO3D and Browzwear, with strong comfort across the design-to-production pipeline. Brings an added edge in visual storytelling and brand presentation, backed by prior creative direction experience. Experienced with tech packs (BOM, POM, trims) and vendor/fabric sourcing, and actively uses AI-led design tools to prototype faster and present ideas more vividly.

Palak Dalal

Entry-level fashion designer with 3+ years of experience translating trend research and mood boards into cohesive visual concepts and digital collections. Skilled in color story, silhouette direction, and 3D digital prototyping using CLO3D and Browzwear, with strong comfort across the design-to-production pipeline. Brings an added edge in visual storytelling and brand presentation, backed by prior creative direction experience. Experienced with tech packs (BOM, POM, trims) and vendor/fabric sourcing, and actively uses AI-led design tools to prototype faster and present ideas more vividly.

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Entry-level fashion designer with 3+ years of experience translating trend research and mood boards into cohesive visual concepts and digital collections. Skilled in color story, silhouette direction, and 3D digital prototyping using CLO3D and Browzwear, with strong comfort across the design-to-production pipeline.

Brings an added edge in visual storytelling and brand presentation, backed by prior creative direction experience. Experienced with tech packs (BOM, POM, trims) and vendor/fabric sourcing, and actively uses AI-led design tools to prototype faster and present ideas more vividly.

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Work Experience

Marketing & Trend Analyst at Nidus Technologies
January 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Conducted trend and competitive research to inform seasonal design direction, translating findings into visual concept boards for cross-functional design and product teams. Synthesized consumer behavior data and emerging style trends into actionable design briefs aligned with quarterly collection goals. Built mood boards, content calendars, and brand assets in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva to maintain visual consistency across platforms.
Independent Fashion Designer & Brand Developer at Self-Directed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Designed contemporary womenswear and loungewear collections end-to-end—from trend research and concept sketching to 3D digital prototyping using CLO3D and Browzwear. Developed mood boards, color stories, and silhouette direction informed by trend forecasting across activewear and contemporary markets. Created production-ready tech packs (BOM, trim specifications, POM data), demonstrating strong technical design documentation and garment construction fundamentals.
Social Media Chair & Community Engagement Lead at Molding Doctors Organization (UT Dallas)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Directed visual content design for a 500+ member organization’s social platforms, applying consistent layout and color principles to strengthen brand identity. Refreshed the organization’s website visuals to improve discoverability and overall brand presentation.
Fundraising Committee Chair at Molding Doctors Organization (UT Dallas)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Directed visual theming and event design for fundraising galas, overseeing venue aesthetics, signage, and attendee experience end-to-end. Designed print and digital collateral to support merchandise and ticket sales, contributing directly to fundraising outcomes.
Creative Director & Brand Strategist at Global CPR (Nonprofit Organization)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Developed the organization's full visual identity, including mood boards, color palettes, and brand guidelines, establishing a cohesive design language. Designed editorial content and campaign graphics in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, translating brand storytelling into visual assets for digital platforms. Explored AI-powered design tools (Higgsfield AI, ElevenLabs) to prototype video and audio content, expanding creative production capabilities for the team.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Neuroscience at University of Texas at Dallas
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

AES Scholarship, UT Dallas (50% merit-based academic scholarship)
January 11, 2030 - July 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services