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Kirsten Jacobs
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, United Kingdom
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English
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2018 - ?
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Bag, Footwear and Accessories Designer
Animal Ltd.
(4 days a week)
Animal UK is a surf inspired lifestyle brand that designs clothing and accessories in-house for their
retail stores as well as for John Lewis, Debenhams, Next etc. Key fabrications used within the
accessories collection include Polyester, PU, Cotton Canvas and Nylon. My role includes the following:
● Researching Colour, Fabrication, Trims and Trends Research for bags, accessories and shoes.
Identifying trends and translating into commercial designs.
● Comparative Shopping locally and internationally
● Selecting fabrications and trims for new season collections.
● Design hardware, packaging and trims
● Design collections for Men's, Women's, Girl's and Boy's within the following product
categories:
Backpacks, bags, wallets, belts, accessories, caps and shoes and slippers according to target
customer and target price.
● Creating Tech Packs for all product categories using Adobe Illustrator and company platform,
JEFF.
● Commenting on Prototype Samples and Salesmen Samples
● Liaising with suppliers in the Far East
● Attending international trade shows for season research and development
● Presenting collection to sales teams and new collections to management
● Organising sample library
Freelance Projects - remote and onsite - January 2018 - present
Animal UK is a surf inspired lifestyle brand that designs clothing and accessories in-house for their
retail stores as well as for John Lewis, Debenhams, Next etc. Key fabrications used within the
accessories collection include Polyester, PU, Cotton Canvas and Nylon. My role includes the following:
● Researching Colour, Fabrication, Trims and Trends Research for bags, accessories and shoes.
Identifying trends and translating into commercial designs.
● Comparative Shopping locally and internationally
● Selecting fabrications and trims for new season collections.
● Design hardware, packaging and trims
● Design collections for Men's, Women's, Girl's and Boy's within the following product
categories:
Backpacks, bags, wallets, belts, accessories, caps and shoes and slippers according to target
customer and target price.
● Creating Tech Packs for all product categories using Adobe Illustrator and company platform,
JEFF.
● Commenting on Prototype Samples and Salesmen Samples
● Liaising with suppliers in the Far East
● Attending international trade shows for season research and development
● Presenting collection to sales teams and new collections to management
● Organising sample library
Freelance Projects - remote and onsite - January 2018 - present
Adobe Illustrator, Design, Retail, Illustrator, Research, Packaging, Management, Sales, Presenting, Adobe, Hardware, Development, International, Canvas, Accessories
2019 - 2019
job
Designing and tech pack
GIGIL.
for a diaper backpack
8. Elaine Murphy Art (Jul -Oct 2019)- Designing and developing a bag collection incorporating
artworks by Elaine Murphy
8. Elaine Murphy Art (Jul -Oct 2019)- Designing and developing a bag collection incorporating
artworks by Elaine Murphy
2019 - 2019
job
Designing and tech pack
Labroom.
for a diaper backpack
6. SAOLAS (Jan 2019-present)- Design and development of a new bags and accessories
collection.
6. SAOLAS (Jan 2019-present)- Design and development of a new bags and accessories
collection.
Design, Development, Accessories
2018 - 2019
job
Design and tech pack creation
Accessories and SLG's.
for bags, luggage and SLG's.
3. INGEVANI (Apr 2018-Oct 2018)- Design and development of a new bags and accessories
collection for Men's and Women's Bags, Accessories and SLG's
3. INGEVANI (Apr 2018-Oct 2018)- Design and development of a new bags and accessories
collection for Men's and Women's Bags, Accessories and SLG's
Design, Development, Accessories
2017 - 2018
job
Product Developer Executive
John Mills Ltd.
JML is a household brand that develops household, beauty and electronics for the tele sales channel as well as for their in-store display units in retailers such as Robert Dyas, Wilko, ASDA, Argos, Boots,
Homebase, Morrisons and The Range. My role included the following:
● Assess and test potential new additions to JML's range of products. This wouldl involve
checking potential new lines for:
o Functionality and whether they are fit for purpose.
o Legal compliance.
o Validity of selling features.
o Potential quality or safety issues.
● Assisting with product sourcing.
● Assisting with generation of cost sheets.
● Undertaking market research and competitor analysis.
● Assisting in the production of accurate, relevant and concise written reports on the above
criteria which will be used as a basis for deciding whether to proceed with a product or not.
● Assisting with the management of compliance certification and regulatory issues.
● Liaising with suppliers from different countries and cultures.
● Liaising with third party test houses for independent testing of products
● Product sample management and storage.
● Working closely with the Creative and Production team to ensure they have accurate
information to market the product.
● Following up post sales trial to identify product defects and scope for product improvement.
● Assist by producing accurate information for the PD Marketing Assistant to create monthly
Product Decks for the business.
● General support to line managers.
● Attendance of weekly Product Development Team and relevant product Kick-Off meetings.
● Attendance of meetings with suppliers and opportunities to visit trade shows.
Homebase, Morrisons and The Range. My role included the following:
● Assess and test potential new additions to JML's range of products. This wouldl involve
checking potential new lines for:
o Functionality and whether they are fit for purpose.
o Legal compliance.
o Validity of selling features.
o Potential quality or safety issues.
● Assisting with product sourcing.
● Assisting with generation of cost sheets.
● Undertaking market research and competitor analysis.
● Assisting in the production of accurate, relevant and concise written reports on the above
criteria which will be used as a basis for deciding whether to proceed with a product or not.
● Assisting with the management of compliance certification and regulatory issues.
● Liaising with suppliers from different countries and cultures.
● Liaising with third party test houses for independent testing of products
● Product sample management and storage.
● Working closely with the Creative and Production team to ensure they have accurate
information to market the product.
● Following up post sales trial to identify product defects and scope for product improvement.
● Assist by producing accurate information for the PD Marketing Assistant to create monthly
Product Decks for the business.
● General support to line managers.
● Attendance of weekly Product Development Team and relevant product Kick-Off meetings.
● Attendance of meetings with suppliers and opportunities to visit trade shows.
Developer, UP, Production, Storage, Electronics, Regulatory, Development, Testing, Safety, Support, Marketing, Compliance, Sourcing, Test, Sales, Management, Research, Market research, Product development
2015 - 2017
job
Designer and Brand Coordinator- Interbrand
a Division of Brandcorp.
Interbrand is one of the seven companies under the Brandcorp umbrella. They own the CELLINI
luggage brand and hold the licence to design and manufacture products for a number of brands
including Polo South Africa and Sissy Boy. All design is done in-house and made in China and India.
Interbrand offers a wide variety of products including luggage, leather luggage and bags, character
bags, handbags and purses. My roles and responsibilities included the following:
● Conceptualisation and Design of handbag/purses/wallets/luggage ranges
● Creating Tech Packs and Specifications
● Creating/designing textile prints and artworks
● Hardware Design
● Trend Research and analysis
● Seasonal Planning
● Corresponding with suppliers in Far East and India
● Ensuring the critical paths are achieved
● Corresponding with internal and external sales representatives
● Prototype and sample development
● Fabrication and Trim selection
● Administration tasks
● Presenting the new season to key customers and internal bodies
● Website administration of the brand on the company website
● Liaising with photographer's for the website product photography and catalogue shoots
● Compiling seasonal catalogues
● Overseas travel (Visiting suppliers in China and Hong Kong, Canton Fair)
Key Achievements:
During my time at Interbrand I assisted in creating a new brand identity for the Sissy Boy bags by
designing a core range of bags that represented the brand identity and target market. Sales
increased by 20% from the previous year due to the direction change. I also assisted in solidifying key
supplier relationships to achieve continuity and stability within the supply chain. During my time at Interbrand I extended the product offering to Sissy Boy Luggage to fill a gap in the market for young,
fun luggage for fashionable women.
luggage brand and hold the licence to design and manufacture products for a number of brands
including Polo South Africa and Sissy Boy. All design is done in-house and made in China and India.
Interbrand offers a wide variety of products including luggage, leather luggage and bags, character
bags, handbags and purses. My roles and responsibilities included the following:
● Conceptualisation and Design of handbag/purses/wallets/luggage ranges
● Creating Tech Packs and Specifications
● Creating/designing textile prints and artworks
● Hardware Design
● Trend Research and analysis
● Seasonal Planning
● Corresponding with suppliers in Far East and India
● Ensuring the critical paths are achieved
● Corresponding with internal and external sales representatives
● Prototype and sample development
● Fabrication and Trim selection
● Administration tasks
● Presenting the new season to key customers and internal bodies
● Website administration of the brand on the company website
● Liaising with photographer's for the website product photography and catalogue shoots
● Compiling seasonal catalogues
● Overseas travel (Visiting suppliers in China and Hong Kong, Canton Fair)
Key Achievements:
During my time at Interbrand I assisted in creating a new brand identity for the Sissy Boy bags by
designing a core range of bags that represented the brand identity and target market. Sales
increased by 20% from the previous year due to the direction change. I also assisted in solidifying key
supplier relationships to achieve continuity and stability within the supply chain. During my time at Interbrand I extended the product offering to Sissy Boy Luggage to fill a gap in the market for young,
fun luggage for fashionable women.
Design, Administration, Research, Photography, Sales, Website, Presenting, Hardware, Coordinator, Development, China, Direction
2015 - 2015
job
Designer and Sampler
Vermont Leathercraft.
Vermont Leathercraft is a family manufacturing business based in Johannesburg who primarily
produced leather and synthetic folders and corporate gifts but opened a handbag division in 2010. I
interned at Vermont during my summer holidays and was offered a permanent position upon
graduating. I was responsible for designing according to the factory's capacity, skill level and raw
material availability. I designed the product and created the patterns and samples. Once the sample
had been perfected the item went into production. My roles and responsibilities included the following:
● Researching Trends and Comparative Shopping
● Conceptualise and design bags, luggage, SLG's
● Pattern development on Elitron CAD systems
● Pattern cutting and assembly of prototypes
● Assisting in production preparations
● BOM creation
● Quality Control standards for each product
● Creating custom products for clients
CERTIFICATES & ACHIEVEMENTS
produced leather and synthetic folders and corporate gifts but opened a handbag division in 2010. I
interned at Vermont during my summer holidays and was offered a permanent position upon
graduating. I was responsible for designing according to the factory's capacity, skill level and raw
material availability. I designed the product and created the patterns and samples. Once the sample
had been perfected the item went into production. My roles and responsibilities included the following:
● Researching Trends and Comparative Shopping
● Conceptualise and design bags, luggage, SLG's
● Pattern development on Elitron CAD systems
● Pattern cutting and assembly of prototypes
● Assisting in production preparations
● BOM creation
● Quality Control standards for each product
● Creating custom products for clients
CERTIFICATES & ACHIEVEMENTS
Design, CAD, Development, Production, Patterns
2013 - 2013
temp
South Africa Fashion Week Student Design Competition
Crowne Plaza Sleepwear Competition 2013.
● Runner Up of the Crowne Plaza Sleepwear Competition 2013
● A delegate speaker at the 2014 International Conference on Arts, Culture, Heritage and the National Development Plan: Vision 2030
● Received Best Third Year Student Award in 2014
● Received the Chancellor's Medal for Best Student in the Arts Faculty 2017
● Awarded a Bursary for Masters of Technology 2017
● A delegate speaker at the 2014 International Conference on Arts, Culture, Heritage and the National Development Plan: Vision 2030
● Received Best Third Year Student Award in 2014
● Received the Chancellor's Medal for Best Student in the Arts Faculty 2017
● Awarded a Bursary for Masters of Technology 2017
Design, Fashion, Technology, Speaker, Development, International, UP
My education
2015
-
2016
Tshwane University of Technology
Bachelors, Fashion Design
Bachelors, Fashion Design
2012
-
2014
Tshwane University of Technology
Hndhncorequivalent, Fashion Design
Hndhncorequivalent, Fashion Design
?
-
2015
Pretoria High School for Girls
N/a, N/a
N/a, N/a
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