Susan Veldman

I have been working in the fashion industry for 7 years. I have worked in manufacturing and now work in retail gaining extensive experience in fashion design, supplier liaison and quality assurance. I have a strong grasp of the creative process of designing a garment, a keen eye for detail and deep understanding of colour theory. I pride myself with having great interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and supplier and am a motivated team player. I am proficient in Microsoft Office as well as Adobe Illustrator. 

SENIOR APPAREL DESIGNER AND PRODUCTION MANAGER

Le Coq Sportif South Africa | Mar '19 - present

Design ranges according to the brand footprint including 

• Trend Research
• CADS on AI
• Techpack and Artwork development.

Creating and styling looks for seasonal lookbook photoshoots

Managing sample distribution to sales reps, clients and for marketing shoots. 

Liaising withsuppliers for production of apparel including:

• Sending and adjusting techpacks
• QA on samples (SMS, PPS and BPS) Print, trim and lab dip approvals
• Follow up on production status from SMS to delivery in warehouse 
• Arranging andassisting logistics with supplier and in-house logistics teams. 

Post-Production bulk checking and feedback to suppliers on rejects and returns. 

Invoice Checking

• PF Invoices
• Final Shipping Invoices 

Customer Returns

• Assessment
• Advisal of steps to take

JUNIOR DESIGNER

TCI Apparel | January 2017 - July 2018

Designing garments by following customer briefs

Feeding customers with newness in terms of new fabrics, new designs and future trends 

Worked closely with an in-house patternmaking and sample team

Liaised with in-house and customer buying teams

Attended client fit meetings off-site 2-3 times a week.

GARMENT TECHNOLOGIST

TCI Apparel | February 2016 - December 2017

QA on samples from 1st Fit through to BPS for in-house brands.

Assisted with QA for various departments including Casual Ladieswear and Activewear for Woolworths.

Worked closely with an in-house pattern making and sample team to ensure customer quality standards were followed.

Attended client fit meetings off-site 2-3 times a week.

LISOF SCHOOL OF FASHION

BA in Fashion Design | Class of 2015

• Majored in Creative Design, Pattern Design and Garment Construction
• Minors included Fashion Theory, Business Management and Computer Design Literacy
• Served on the SRC in 2015