Tatum Kelly
PATTERNMAKER AND GRADER
Hout Bay
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fashion Designer and Patternmaker
Pattern Alchemy
01.2015 - Current
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Worked closely with production teams to ensure high-quality manufacturing and timely delivery of products.
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
- Collaborated with textile designers, brand owners and sample makers to bring designs to life and meet target market needs.
- Optimized garment fit by collaborating with designers during product development stages; ensuring consistent sizing across all collections.
- Managed budgets for design projects, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining artistic vision.
- Created detailed measurement and construction specifications for design to be executed appropriately by production teams.
- Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
- Coordinated design process for multiple brands from concept sketches through final adoption.
- Streamlined design process, reducing production costs without compromising on aesthetic value of final product.
Senior Patternmaker
Maze Clothing CC
03.2019 - 06.2024
- Reduced material waste by optimizing fabric usage through accurate pattern placement and layout.
- Optimized workflow by maintaining clear and concise communication with all relevant team members regarding pattern updates, deadlines, and potential issues.
- Boosted productivity levels within the team through effective time management strategies during peak work periods.
- Collaborated with designers to accurately translate sketches into patterns, ensuring proper representation of design concepts.
- Fit garments on live models to approve fit and production.
- Wrote all specifications and sewing instructions.
- Developed efficient methods for duplicating patterns, expediting sample creation and fitting processes.
- Served as a liaison between design, production, and technical teams to address any discrepancies or concerns regarding patterns or fit issues.
Fashion Range Developer
Paper Cut Productions
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Worked closely with clients to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for implementation.
- Continuously updated skills through training courses, workshops, and self-study—staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new brands into the fashion industry.
- Manually created patterns from images and samples provided by designers.
- Sourced fabric and trim
- Created and fitted samples with the client, did alterations and perfected the patterns.
- Manually graded patterns to custom size ranges, keeping the target market in mind.
- Created spec sheets, measured garments and provided grade rules.
- Coordinated fashion production processes in order to create effective small and medium sized production runs.
Head of Department/ Fashion Lecturer
Fedisa
03.2007 - 12.2011
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
Education
Bachelors of Technology - Fahion Design
University of Johannesburg
Gauteng 04.2001 -
Skills
Fashion design
Creative vision
Fabric sourcing
Patterning skills
Garment construction
Draping techniques
Garment design
Product line development
New concept development
Manufacturing coordination
Problem-solving aptitude
Multitasking Abilities
Time management abilities
Client consultation
Timeline
Senior Patternmaker
Maze Clothing CC
03.2019 - 06.2024
Fashion Designer and Patternmaker
Pattern Alchemy
01.2015 - Current
Fashion Range Developer
Paper Cut Productions
01.2012 - 01.2015
Head of Department/ Fashion Lecturer
Fedisa
03.2007 - 12.2011
Bachelors of Technology - Fahion Design
University of Johannesburg
04.2001 -
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