Nova Brooks
Surbiton,Kingston upon Thames
Summary
Motivated and friendly recent graduate with excellent communication and organisational skills. Highly proficient in CAD and traditional design process, with strong technical pattern-cutting abilities and extensive knowledge of garment construction techniques. Eager to apply learned skills in practical settings and develop new knowledge from fellow team members. Seeking to take on new challenges, develop my skills, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Machinist and Alteration Assistant
Dolly Clothing
Lewes, East Sussex
06.2017 - 03.2021
- Conducted daily fittings for high-quality, bespoke alterations.
- Helped organise and run clothes swap events.
- Organised alterations and mending jobs for external machinists.
- Designed new retail products from fabric waste.
- Assisted in teaching sewing classes.
- Managed the shop floor.
Design and Atelier Intern
ALEXACHUNG
London, City of London
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Organised toiles, fabrics and sample pieces.
- Liaised between the design and atelier teams to manage shared outcomes.
- Aided in pattern cutting and sample construction.
- Used draping and digital skills to help the design team develop ideas.
- Shadowed senior team members to develop practical knowledge and gain critical industry-specific skills.
- Helped backstage at the debut London Fashion Week show.
- Sought feedback actively and used it to improve performance.
Founder
Safespace Sports Charity
Lewes, East Sussex
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Organised a fundraiser to cover startup costs.
- Created and curated branding and media presence.
- Coordinated with local charities and schools for research and collaboration.
- Delivered guided sports sessions for LGBTQ+ youth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion
Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames 09.2022 - 08.2025
Foundation Degree in Arts - Art with Fashion Specialism
Brighton MET
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 09.2021 - 07.2022
A-Levels -
Varndean College
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 09.2019 - 07.2021
Skills
- Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills
- Strong pattern-cutting abilities
- Knowledge of garment construction techniques
- Design collaboration and teamwork
- Fabric manipulation techniques
- Attention to detail
- Efficient organisation and coordination skills
- Problem solving
- Motivated fast learner
- Leadership and management skills
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion
Kingston University
09.2022 - 08.2025
Foundation Degree in Arts - Art with Fashion Specialism
Brighton MET
09.2021 - 07.2022
Founder
Safespace Sports Charity
10.2019 - 05.2020
A-Levels -
Varndean College
09.2019 - 07.2021
Design and Atelier Intern
ALEXACHUNG
07.2018 - 09.2018
Machinist and Alteration Assistant
Dolly Clothing
06.2017 - 03.2021
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