Caroline Lorenz

Outlet Design Intern at Chico’s FAS

Worked directly with all categories of the design team to assist with daily tasks. Tasks included flat sketching, updating BOMs in FlexPLM, organizational work, artwork placement mock ups, designing embroidery artwork, competitive analysis, assisting with presentations, and gathering inspiration. Day to day expectations included time management, efficiency, punctuality, attention to detail, collaboration, and strong work ethic. Produced and presented a collection including research, storytelling, illustration, and technical elements to the entire team at the end of the internship.

Apparel Design Intern at Mara Hoffman

Assisted lead and assistant designers by performing various tasks such as minor sewing alterations of sample garments, photo shoot support, sample and pattern logistics, garment specification input, cover page and BOM creation, sourcing trims and fabrics, and organizational duties. Managed comprehensive office listings for the Mara Hoffman website’s Full Circle feature, which involved garment tagging, photography, editing, pricing, listing, shipping, and creating an organization system for future tracking.

Sleepwear Design Intern at Natori

Completed various tasks within the design process including color matching, organizing digital and physical materials, CAD development, photo-shoot assistance, and concept board construction. Managed multiple tasks simultaneously and took initiative to assist others, demonstrating good time management, work ethic, and attention to detail while embracing company culture.

Artwork, Text, and Pattern Editor at Editing Apparel Design Through Pattern-making

Collaborated with University of Cincinnati professors to edit and refine the pattern-making book 'Apparel Design Through Pattern-making'. Responsible for verifying and correcting Adobe Illustrator files, pattern formulas, aesthetics cohesion, and instruction coherence. Recreated patterns to ensure technical accuracy and troubleshooting for a productive online work environment.

Apparel Designer at Aerie (American Eagle Outfitters)

Supported all stages of the intimates design process for Smoothez and Aerie Swim, collaborating with design, concept, and technical teams to ensure accuracy and innovation. Updated sketches, fabric, color, and construction details in PLM; conducted trend and color research; applied color to CADs; created original seasonal sketches. Assisted with fittings alongside the technical design team, contributing to pattern updates and new intimates technologies, and documenting notes to streamline team communication. Excelled in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills.

Jackets and Denim Apparel Design at Chico's FAS

Worked with all categories of the outlet design team with a primary focus on denim and jackets, while supporting multiple categories as an assistant designer. Included technical flat sketching, applying color to CADs, updating tech packs in FlexPLM, color matching and palette development, artwork placement mockups, embroidery artwork design, competitive and trend research, and market research presentations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams during fittings and meetings; demonstrated adaptability, attention to detail, and clear communication in a fast-paced environment.

Apparel and Tech Design at Mara Hoffman

Assisted lead designers in apparel and technical design across diverse tasks including sample garment alterations, photoshoot support, citywide sample logistics, and tech pack development. Conducted trims and fabrics sourcing, fabric/color/trend research, and contributed to sketching and CAD development. Worked closely with the technical designer during fittings, communicating garment specifications, pattern updates, and sample assessments with thorough notes to ensure team alignment.

Sleepwear Design at Natori

Completed tasks within the design process, including color matching and palette development, organizing digital information and materials, CAD and concept development, trend research, garment sketching for new seasons, photoshoot assistance, and concept/mood boards. Demonstrated time management, collaboration, attention to detail, and initiative while juggling multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Pattern and Instruction Editor at University of Cincinnati

Collaborated with professors to edit and refine the pattern-making book Apparel Design Through Pattern-making. Contributed original patterns and instructional content; reviewed and corrected Adobe Illustrator files, pattern formulas, visual consistency, and instructional clarity. Used CLO3D for technical validation of patterns and completed specialized pattern-making trainings to support the editing process.

Apparel Designer at American Eagle Outfitters (Aerie) – Smoothez and Aerie Swim

Updated sketches, fabric, color and construction details in PLM; conducted trend and color research; applied color to CADs; created original seasonal sketches; partnered with technical design team during fittings and documented notes to support team communication.

Apparel Designer at Chico’s FAS

Technical flat sketching; color matching and applying color to CADs; updating tech packs in FlexPLM; color palette development; embroidery artwork design; market research; participated in fittings and cross-functional meetings; prepared presentations.

Apparel and Tech Designer at Mara Hoffman

Assisted lead designers with apparel and technical design; sample alterations; photoshoot support; citywide sample logistics; tech pack development; sourcing trims and fabrics; trend and color research; sketching and CAD development; fittings; comprehensive notes to ensure team alignment.

Sleepwear Designer at Natori

Color matching; color palette development; CAD and concept development; trend research; garment sketching for new seasons; photoshoot assistance; concept and mood boards.

Pattern and Instruction Editor at Editing Apparel Design Through Pattern-making (UC Cincinnati)

Edited and refined the pattern-making book; contributed original patterns and instructional content; reviewed and corrected AI Illustrator files, pattern formulas, visual consistency, and instructional clarity; utilized CLO3D for technical validation; completed specialized pattern-making trainings.

Student Teacher at DAAP Camps

Supported students during DAAP Camps; facilitated activities and projects.

Co-op Ambassador at University of Cincinnati

Represented the co-op program; supported access and engagement for students (Fall 2022–present).

Volunteer at CityLink and Mentoring+

Volunteer work supporting community mentoring and CityLink programs.

Volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul Retro-fittings Fashion Show

Participated in a fashion show benefiting community service.

Volunteer at Sustainable Fashion Initiative

Contributed to sustainability-driven fashion initiatives and events.