Textiles + Apparel Design.

PVD Based.

Following my May 2022 graduation from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design with an Art minor, I would like to further my knowledge of Technical Design and Product Development.

Growing up in a family of artists sparked a lifelong passion for creativity and self expression for me. I am extremely curious about accessible design and the ways the apparel industry can adjust to celebrate and include marginalized groups, specifically those with disabilities and the LGBTQ+ community. After learning about the hardships these groups face while shopping and getting dressed everyday, I would like to challenge the way the we think about apparel. For the average person, throwing on an outfit for work or school is a no brainer. Pants, shirt, shoes. But for those with physical disabilities, getting dressed poses a much bigger challenge - apparel is rarely designed for those in wheelchairs and mobility aids, sensory-sensitive folks, or people who struggle with joint pain and limited motor skills. This doesn’t have to be the case. We can design for everyone.

My Resume

 

  • University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI

    Bachelor's of Business Administration in Textiles, Fashion Merchandise and Design

    Expected May 2022

    Concentration: Apparel Design

    Minor: Art

    Member, Textiles Honor Society and Fashion Blogging Club

    Volunteer Barista & Events Coordinator, 193 Coffeehouse

    Highlighted Coursework: Computer Aided Patternmaking, Flat Pattern Making, Draping, Retail Data Analytics, Fashion Merchandise Buying, Fashion Theory & Analysis, Textiles Science, Apparel Production, Computer-Aided Design, Graphic Design I & II

  • Product Development Specialist Oct. 2023 - Current

    TJX | Framingham, MA

    E-Commerce Intern Sept. 2021 - January 2022

    Coconut Head | Stonington, CT

    Intern for this small upcycled, custom, and curated vintage apparel store. Projects include:

    • Creation of a custom site to track company projects, calender, finances, and history

    • Social media graphics, e-commerce photo styling

    • Planning, assist styling, and photography for 2022 New Years Eve editorial photoshoot

    Temporary Product Development & Production Assistant May 2021 - Sept. 2021

    Anthropologie | Philadelphia, PA

    Work alongside the Anthropologie Sweaters PD & Production team to follow the product line from concept to consumer, beginning with development and prototype sampling, fittings, all the way through approval.

    • Order and track all proto, fit, marketing and TOP samples

    • Coordinate with cross-functional partners to meet production deadlines

    • Update & manage physical yarn inventories using PLM systems

    Freelance Photographer Dec. 2018 - Present

    Freelance | Kingston, RI

    Substantial experience in organizing fashion photoshoots and creating fashion-related photographs. Strong ability in creative direction, set management, and curating moodboards. Expertise in image correction using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.

    Key Accomplishments:

    • Spring Splash 2021: Creative direction & lead photographer/videographer for a remote fashion design competition

    • Joseph Szarek 2020: Creation and management of a online portfolio site, josephszarek.com, for RISD artist including 70+ original images of artwork

    • Fifth & Ninth Campaign 2019: Led multiple photoshoots for new product collections collaborating with online influencers to produce social media & website content for a high-end tech accessories company

    Gallery Keyholder Apr. 2019 - Aug. 2020

    ONEWAY Gallery | Narragansett, RI

    Main assistant in an upscale contemporary art gallery. Duties include:

    • Greet visitors and present artworks, informing guests of artist & gallery history

    • Set and achieved sales goals: top merchandise seller at this location for two consecutive years

    • Perform day-to-day maintenance: opening and closing practices, labeling pieces, phone inquiries, maintaining inventory and gallery cleanliness, assisting resident artists, processing payments, completing weekly sales reports

    • Installation and removal of exhibitions, including patching, sanding, repainting walls, and careful hanging of artwork

    Administrative Assistant Sept. 2016 - Sept. 2018

    Bedrock Tree Farm | Wakefield, RI

    Assistant to the owner in this wholesale candle & bodyworks manufacturer. Responsibilities include:

    • B2B sales and wholesale account management, including phone, email and in-person communications with clients

    • Office management duties such as weekly payroll, accounts receivable/payable, monthly commission reports, and performing company expense reports using QuickBooks

  • Apparel Technical Flats & Packs, Industrial Sewing Machines, Computer-Aided Patternmaking, Flat Pattern-making, Draping, Digital Photography, Photo Manipulation, Video Editing, E-Mail Communications

    Softwares:

    • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premiere Pro)

    • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

    • TradeStone PLM System

    • Lectra Kaledo Style

    • Quickbooks

    • Social Media (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Facebook)

    CliftonStrengths:

    Connectedness, Learner, Maximizer, Intellection, and Input.

    Soft skills:

    Attention to Detail, Creativity, Problem Solving, Organization

 

Let’s get in touch.

gabriellarama777@gmail.com
(401) 744 - 3426
Providence, RI