Sarah Walker

I am a passionate, proactive and internationally experienced Apparel and Accessory Designer. Throughout my career, I have worked alongside major industry professionals on brand collaborations and challenging design projects across Ireland, the UK and North America. I have recently spent time establishing a fashion design course to educate students about the end to end design process of products and I am now currently working on a freelance basis to guide clients and brands with design projects and business strategy.

I offer strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills with an excellent ability to interpret trends and construct storyboards. I am very self-motivated, particularly when working in fast paced, target driven environments. I have demonstrated compelling initiative and dedication throughout my education, work and travel and have proved to have added value to any company previously worked for, presenting a competitive nature and precise attention to detail.

Key Skills:

• Thorough understanding of product design, manufacturing and construction processes.
• Designing digital sketches and tech packs.
• Strong commercial and trend awareness.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator & Photoshop) and MS Excel.
• Good experience with Flex PLM.
• Designing raw material and trim briefs.
• Excellent knowledge of print developments and graphics.
• Liaising and building close relationships with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Strong organisational skills ensuring accurate coordination of samples and swatches etc.
• Good knowledge of costs and time constraints to follow the critical path.