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RABINDER GILL

Leicester,Leicestershire

Summary

I find myself to be very hard working, punctual and precise. I am capable of adapting to change in a variety of working environments. I am dedicated and ambitious committing all my time and effort to my job. I have recently completed a intense digital pattern cutting course. I have worked as a creative woven and jersey pattern cutter/ Garment Technologist at Boohoo gaining experience in managing lifecycle garment processes from design to production. Detailed approach to fitting, samples and specifications for first-class results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Creative Pattern Cutter

Figa Store LTD
Leicester, Leicestershire
01.2024 - Current
  • create intricate patterns for Boohoo, PLT, River Island, and Asos
  • Interpret design sketches to effectively cut patterns.
  • Ensure specific size blocks are used to draft a pattern for each individual customer needs to achieve accurate and maximum fit first time round.
  • Ensure all relevant information is documented e.g. Positioned pleats, pockets and buttonholes for precise execution of sample.

Pattern Cutter/Garment Technologist

BOOHOO PLC
Leicester, Leicestershire
04.2022 - 01.2024
  • Worked with morocco factories and suppliers to ensure clear communication and error-free processes are followed effectively
  • Conducted fit sessions with buyers, providing detailed diagrams and comments for supplier instructions.
  • Produced size specifications for woven and jersey at each sampling stage to develop clear understanding for production.
  • Managed the critical path, highlighting potential issues for effective and efficient resolution.
  • Met client construction needs through effective design and development with team collaboration.
  • Created detailed technical drawings outlining key engineering specifications.
  • Supported team members in collaborating relevant information for production such as zip, buttons and any extra trims.
  • created effective workbooks for each design for all brands to follow effectively which included photos and any relevant information for accurate production

Creative Pattern cutter

G K Fashion Ltd
Leicester
09.2020 - 04.2021

. I currently work with online stores such as Boohoo, Misguided, Nasty Gal

  • Asda, Asos and New look
  • Work very closing with buyers design sheets and design specs, create 1st patterns and cut in appropriate fabrics
  • Liaise with sample machinist and make sure samples are made correctly according to buyers specifications
  • Measure and spec garments before sending to client
  • I am able to amend fit comments and re submit samples as requested by the client.

Creative pattern cutter

Europride/New Look
Leicester
05.2009 - 08.2020
  • I took care of running the design room and created patterns solely for New look which covered all departments e.g 915 kids, dresses.
  • This involved creating working drawings and demonstrating make-up, Matching fabrics and trims, identifying issues and suggesting improvements, liaising with printers and fabric suppliers
  • Rating the garment across the width of the fabric manually grading patterns
  • I have excellent knowledge of garment construction and fitting also qualified and experienced on using all types of industrial sample machines and worked as an influential member of the team.

Education

BA Hons Degree - Fashion and Textiles

De Mont Fort University
Leicester
05.2000

Certificate in Textiles Design - Design

London College Of Fashion
London
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Working as part of a team
  • Problem solving
  • Self management skills
  • Organisational skills
  • create spec workbook on computer
  • liaise effectively with the buyers on email and on teams call
  • Creative pattern cutting in woven and jersey wear
  • produce specifications for accurate error-free production
  • analyse any production issues immediately
  • liaise effectively with overseas factories and suppliers
  • manage fit sessions
  • modelling on the stand for a creative design
  • construct amendments for an accurate fit
  • analyse quality checks for make up and production

Languages

Punjabi
Fluent

Timeline

Creative Pattern Cutter

Figa Store LTD
01.2024 - Current

Pattern Cutter/Garment Technologist

BOOHOO PLC
04.2022 - 01.2024

Creative Pattern cutter

G K Fashion Ltd
09.2020 - 04.2021

Creative pattern cutter

Europride/New Look
05.2009 - 08.2020

Certificate in Textiles Design - Design

London College Of Fashion
04.2001 -

BA Hons Degree - Fashion and Textiles

De Mont Fort University
RABINDER GILL