BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Development
Gemma Kate Vanson London Based Product Developer Biography; I Define my professional self through my love of detailing and product development. Attention to detail is always key to my progression within a successful range. My Passion for sustainable practice and Attention to detail have led me to roles within Product Development. From the creation of a collection I want to ensure the garment meets the consumer meeting the highest standards. Creating aesthetics for the designer whilst meeting cost margins. I intend to continue to pursue a career in Product Development and Fabric and Trims sourcing. Industry Experience; Christopher Raeburn (London) Menswear Product Developer (Jun, 2011 - Apr, 2013) Rein By Rebecca Morter (London) Womenswear developer and production manager (Jun, 2012 - Present) http://reinbyrebeccamorter.com Creation and maintenance of Critical Path Liaising with manufacturers throughout the development and Production stages to include, Sampling garments, fit sessions and fit notes, pattern amendments, delivery of Production fabric and trims, Grading and Lay planning and Maintaining Production Schedules. Garment Tech packs Sourcing Fabrics and trims through existing and new suppliers Liaising with Fabric Mills and Agents Garment costings sheets to include Bill of Materials, Sales and Garment Margins Maintenance of Collection Overview