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Experienced and energetic Freelance Fashion Designer
Samantha Armstrong
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London, United Kingdom
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I consider myself an ambitious, committed, creative individual with a passion for the Fashion industry and the Arts.
My professional background specializes in Chilrenswear, Womenswear, Graphics and Embroidery Design.
With over 5 years of relevant experience, I have an in-depth understanding of the entire design process within leading brands from initial research through to design, development , sampling and production.
Experience working in the Far East has added to my understanding and skills that demonstrate extensive attention to detail, a dynamic approch and innovative qualities. I have learnt to effectively utilise my artistic skills within CAD (Adobe suit) both through commercial and luxury environments.
My career has progressed and continues to thrive within a direction of Childrenswear, Graphics and Textile Design.
My professional background specializes in Chilrenswear, Womenswear, Graphics and Embroidery Design.
With over 5 years of relevant experience, I have an in-depth understanding of the entire design process within leading brands from initial research through to design, development , sampling and production.
Experience working in the Far East has added to my understanding and skills that demonstrate extensive attention to detail, a dynamic approch and innovative qualities. I have learnt to effectively utilise my artistic skills within CAD (Adobe suit) both through commercial and luxury environments.
My career has progressed and continues to thrive within a direction of Childrenswear, Graphics and Textile Design.
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United Kingdom
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Language
English
Fluently
Ready for
Larger project
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My experience
2019 - ?
freelance
Freelance Designer
Pepa & Co.
I am currently working part time as the lead Designer for luxury Spanish children swear brand Pepa & Company.
This role includes sourcing, developing, designing and overseeing production across all categories for the entire seasonal collections.
I currently Design from Newborn to Boys and Girls up to10 Years.
This role includes sourcing, developing, designing and overseeing production across all categories for the entire seasonal collections.
I currently Design from Newborn to Boys and Girls up to10 Years.
Design, Sourcing, Production, UP
2018 - 2019
job
Junior Girlswear Designer
Boden.
This role required me to manage team members and assist in the research, development and design of woven Girlswear products. I
Designed Embroideries across all Girswear catagories including occasionwear and the recent Harry Potter collaboration with Warner
Brothers too. I progressed as designer of woven tops and skirts, this ownership required generation of design packs and management of products from development to final production stage including snagging and fit sessions each season.
Alongside my role I also work with our HR team to support our well-being program within the head office every month.
Designed Embroideries across all Girswear catagories including occasionwear and the recent Harry Potter collaboration with Warner
Brothers too. I progressed as designer of woven tops and skirts, this ownership required generation of design packs and management of products from development to final production stage including snagging and fit sessions each season.
Alongside my role I also work with our HR team to support our well-being program within the head office every month.
Design, Research, Management, Support, Development, Office, Production, ME
2017 - 2018
job
Assistant Girlswear Designer
Boden.
• The role required strong levels of creativity, communication, organisation and team skills. Providing support to designers,
management of the studio and the on-goin Critical path for all catagories each season were my key responsibilities.
• My knowledge of garment design, construction, textile techniques & fabrics and placement also helped me to become directly involved with Emboidery design for Girlswear leading to quick progression within the team.
• Ownership of the Girls Nightwear catagory for 4 seasons enabled me to experience the full product cycle at Boden whilst building jersey product knowledge.
management of the studio and the on-goin Critical path for all catagories each season were my key responsibilities.
• My knowledge of garment design, construction, textile techniques & fabrics and placement also helped me to become directly involved with Emboidery design for Girlswear leading to quick progression within the team.
• Ownership of the Girls Nightwear catagory for 4 seasons enabled me to experience the full product cycle at Boden whilst building jersey product knowledge.
Technical drawings, Management, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Illustration, English text and language editing, Organizational, Administration
2015 - 2017
job
Assistant Womenswear Designer
Chi Chi London factory.
• The team and myself travelled three times a year to Guangzhou, in order to source new fabrics and develop the collection from studios at the Chi Chi London factory.
• My role included research, development, and design in all catagories for stockists including House of Fraiser & Debenhams and in-house season collections.
• High standards of spec and design packs as well as an ability to create repeat print and embroidery designs were required.
• I assisted in preparation, sourcing and production of frequent photo shoots and lookbook generation too.
• My role included research, development, and design in all catagories for stockists including House of Fraiser & Debenhams and in-house season collections.
• High standards of spec and design packs as well as an ability to create repeat print and embroidery designs were required.
• I assisted in preparation, sourcing and production of frequent photo shoots and lookbook generation too.
Design, Research, Print, Sourcing, Development, Production
2014 - 2015
job
Assistant Stylist
Threads Styling.
I assisited as the studio of this leading personal stylist and image consultancy. The role involved generating contacts to source
luxury product for clients world-wide. Strong organisational and communication skills were required alongside a positive, energetic
attitude amongst a very demanding, fast-paced environment.
luxury product for clients world-wide. Strong organisational and communication skills were required alongside a positive, energetic
attitude amongst a very demanding, fast-paced environment.
2015 - 2015
freelance
Freelance Design Assistant
Sindiso Khumalo.
(2015)
• Following an internship in 2013 I worked as a freelance assistant to develop the pattern cutting and making of her new collection.
• Following an internship in 2013 I worked as a freelance assistant to develop the pattern cutting and making of her new collection.
Design, Internship
2011 - 2014
job
MMU Fashion Course Representative
unknown.
(From 1st- 3rd year)
• As a student rep for the duration of my degree I learnt how to prepare, promote and communicate effectively to staff
and fellow students whilst retaining a positive working environment.
Original Volunteers, Thailand
• A rewarding Travelling experience as a voluntary English teaching in a rural school near Chiang Rai, northern Thailand.
• As a student rep for the duration of my degree I learnt how to prepare, promote and communicate effectively to staff
and fellow students whilst retaining a positive working environment.
Original Volunteers, Thailand
• A rewarding Travelling experience as a voluntary English teaching in a rural school near Chiang Rai, northern Thailand.
Teaching, Fashion
2014 - 2014
internship
Womanswear Design Internship (October- December)
Musto.
I worked for a leading UK manufacturer of technical outerwear on a live project communicating regularly with production and assisting at their seasonal conference.
Biddle Sawyer Silks: Sponsorship Winner
• As project winner I recieved sponsorship and a showcase of my collection after Graduate Fashion Week in their Soho London store.
Biddle Sawyer Silks: Sponsorship Winner
• As project winner I recieved sponsorship and a showcase of my collection after Graduate Fashion Week in their Soho London store.
Design, Fashion, Sponsorship, Production, Internship
2013 - 2014
internship
Womenswear Design Internship
Debenhams.
• A fantastic opportunity to work within the design teams including Henry Holland and Jasper Conran alongside my degree studies.
• I also frequently worked alongside print designers and the buying department too.
Hawes and Curtis: Finalist
• As a finalists selected for a competition brief celebrating their 100-year anniversary, I designed a celebratory shirt which was
featured in their Manchester Trafford Centre store window display.
• I also frequently worked alongside print designers and the buying department too.
Hawes and Curtis: Finalist
• As a finalists selected for a competition brief celebrating their 100-year anniversary, I designed a celebratory shirt which was
featured in their Manchester Trafford Centre store window display.
Design, Print, Internship
2012 - 2012
internship
Design Internship
Kite Kids.
During my first insight into sustainable design and childrenswear, I completed a Logo brief which became was their best seller in their Boys A/W13 collection.
Manchester-based Textile designer, Nichola Rowlands: Freelance Experience.
• I designed a series of womanswear shirts for Nichola Rowlands latest print collection.
Manchester-based Textile designer, Nichola Rowlands: Freelance Experience.
• I designed a series of womanswear shirts for Nichola Rowlands latest print collection.
Design, Logo, Print, Internship
My education
2011
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2014
Manchester School of Art Manchester Metropolitan University Cavendish Street
Bachelors, Fashion
Bachelors, Fashion
2010
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2011
University College Falmouth University of the Arts London
UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, Art and Design
UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, Art and Design
2008
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2010
Truro College
A-Levels, Graphics & Illustration, Textiles, Business Studies, Biology, Mathematics
A-Levels, Graphics & Illustration, Textiles, Business Studies, Biology, Mathematics
2x AS Levels
2003
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2008
Truro High School For Girls
GCSE, N/a
GCSE, N/a
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