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Madeleine Salkeld

London,Islington

Summary

Highly committed individual who is eager and motivated to learn and develop new skills and knowledge. Experience working with designers and other interns, demonstrating ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team setting. Creative professional with keen eye for design and strong drive to innovate. Proficient in sketching and fabric selection, paired with sewing and construction skills. Poised to bring fresh perspectives and contribute to impactful, trend-setting fashion collections.

Work history

Atelier assistant

Nephila Studios
London, City of London
01.2025 - Current
  • Supported garment construction, including cutting fabrics, hand-sewing, pressing, and finishing.
  • Assisted head designer with pattern cutting and daily tasks
  • Worked efficiently within a fast pace environment
  • Helped preparation of garments for photoshoots
  • Assisted long- late night hours, ensuring time management and efficiency
  • Developed skills in sewing, draping, hand-finishing, latex and fabric manipulation
  • Supported the successful on-time delivery of collections under tight deadlines.
  • Technical sewing and hand-finishing techniques
  • Pattern and fabric cutting
  • Familiarity with industrial sewing machines and tools
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Time management and ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment
  • Maintained an organised studio environment, ensuring efficient workflow during busy periods.
  • Worked effectively under pressure whilst adhering to strict deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Costume for Performance

London College of Fashion, UAL
London
09/2024 -

A-Levels -

Kings Norton Girls School
Birmingham
09/2022 - 06/2024

Skills

  • Garment fitting capabilities
  • Innovative thinking
  • Seamstress techniques
  • Technical drawing proficiency
  • Fitting procedures
  • Cultural awareness in design
  • Effective networking
  • Adobe skills
  • Ethical awareness in fashion
  • Design research capacity
  • Customer oriented approach
  • Pattern cutting
  • Creative thinking
  • Excellent communication
  • Concept development
  • Haute couture appreciation
  • Sustainable design advocacy

Affiliations

  • Sketching and illustration
  • Studying fashion history and designers
  • Reading fashion magazines or books
  • Attending arts and cultural events
  • Analyzing costume design in film

Timeline

Atelier assistant

Nephila Studios
01.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Costume for Performance

London College of Fashion, UAL
09/2024 -

A-Levels -

Kings Norton Girls School
09/2022 - 06/2024
Madeleine Salkeld