Miquette Elliott
Global Coordinator for Design & Merchandising - Mens & Youth Product
Cardiff by the Sea | United States
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In my own words
— MiquetteHaving achieved a Bachelors of Arts in Fashion Design and a minor in Textiles from UC Davis, I plan to become a menswear designer in the California apparel industry.
I plan to pursue a Masters of Fine Arts for Fashion/Textile/Sustainable Design after gaining industry experience.
Trajectory
Nov 2013 — Now
Global Coordinator for Design & Merchandising - Mens & Youth Product · VOLCOM
- Strategized line consolidation of North American, Australian, and European product needs resulting in a
decrease in styles, increase SKU productivity, and a clearer brand image throughout both hemispheres.
- Originated processes for a global product line focused on design & merchandising need communication.
- Articulated product initiatives & negotiated solutions which gained reconnection of the brand to licenses.
- Created a tracking system which allows managers to build projections that results in fully utilized budgets.
- Presided over cross departmental initiatives providing territories with materials to strengthen their business.
Jul 2012 — Nov 2013
Global Chemical and Performance Compliance Assistant - All Product · VOLCOM
- Authored and overhauled process documents that resulted in one of the industry’s most notable programs.
- Defined brand PR with a test organization system that lead to successful defense against legal breaches.
- Collaborated with all product teams to develop and execute testing lists for all products chemical and
performance regulations securing quality expectations and risk prevention.
May 2012 — Jul 2012
Accessories Merchandising Intern · VOLCOM
- Surveyed competitors product for a rolling report of prices, and design for a more efficient product strategy.
- Revised all cads and line guides after line changes keeping product and sell through information copacetic.
- Designed accessory pitches for special make up clients that resulted in greater sales and customer relations.
Mar 2011 — May 2011
Assistant to MA Student Pier Wu · CENTRAL ST MARTINS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
- Developed footwear patterns which were shown at London Fashion Week for Pierong Wu’s menswear debut.
- Counseled Wu on organization, structure, and meeting minutes resulting in a successful juried collection.
- Prepared all materials and models for reviews with the head of program, Louise Wilson, maximizing critique.
Dec 2009 — Jul 2010
Assistant Tailor · JOS A. BANK
- Executed all trouser alterations, tailoring prep, and pressing to comply with clients quality expectations.
- Scheduled all alterations and prioritized client deadlines to ensure optimal workflow for exemplary delivery.
- Maintained all pending order communication that supported the culture of outstanding customer service.
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Education history
CENTRAL ST MARTINS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
First Year Menswear Track | 2010 - 2011
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS
Bachelors of Art, High Honors | 2008 - 2012
