Shea Zahedi
Product Development Professional · Funko
Seattle, WAIn My Own Words
I am an energetic apparel professional with a passion for the sourcing and production side of the apparel industry! I grew up in Alaska with a love for the outdoors, went to college at the Art Institute of Portland and moved back up the coast to Washington after almost a decade in socal.
Work Experience
Designer and Founder
Opal Heart2016 – 2022
-Full scope design and production of custom womenswear, utilizing sustainability and slow fashion principles. -Created, managed and maintained budget, website and social media presence, growing audience to 1100+ customers. NYFW 2019 presence reached an audience of over 10,000, compared to 500 at PDX Sustainable Fashion Forum. -Developed relationships with international and domestic vendors. -Taught sewing lessons to students age 8-60
Materials Developer
Pendleton Woolen Mills2016 – 2016
-Followed direction from design team to select materials for the line. Initiated and analyzed trend research to make recommendations for future seasons. -Accurately input and owned 2,000+ materials and styles into PLM database. Facilitated PLM softwear change. -Communicated and sourced directly with vendors, overseas and domestic. Designed and produced original trims. -Developed and organized physical materials library with over 5,000 items, expediting design process for all users. -Adhered to project deadlines for 3 design teams, resulting in on time launches.
Production Seamstress
B.A.G. Bespoke Accessories Group2015 – 2015
Full-scale production of leather handbags and soft-goods.
Intern- Couture Sewing
BOULEVARD DE MAGENTA2015 – 2015
Assisted with preparation and production of couture garments one-on-one with the owner and customers
Retail Sales Associate
Fabric Depot2014 – 2015
-Assisted customers with design prompts, giving clear instructions, measuring accurately, and accurate cashiering. -Developed a system of organizing / categorizing materials 40% faster, resulting in ease for customer and quicker product turn around. Assisted with buying process.
Production Seamstress
Cycle Dog2014 – 2015
-Processed all steps of production for large orders of consumer goods, prioritizing tasks to complete orders by due date in Excel. -Actively streamlined production process for 10% faster efficacy, reducing waste and expediting order turnaround.
Assistant Manager
Annie Kaill's Gallery2006 – 2009
-Created work schedules for 8 employees. -Procured, stocked and inventoried merchandise. -Provided authentic and enthusiastic customer service. -Worked with artists to host/promote gallery shows
Office Manager- Seasonal
Milano Diamond Gallery2006 – 2008
Maintained all office duties including communication with vendors and management, keeping records and generating reports.
