C.V.
I am a designer focusing on knitwear and textile technology research.
EDUCATION
Cornell University,
Bachelor of Science
in Fiber Science and Apparel Design
[Class of 2024]
EXPERIENCE
JENNY SABIN LAB
Knit Research Associate
Cornell University
[2021-present]
- Composite Knit Project:
Research and development of load bearing composite knit textiles utilizing novel yarn technology. - Rules of Life Knit Project:
Lead the development of actuating textiles that resemble biological systems. - Develops novel research driven knit structures.
- Coordinates fabrication of textile and yarn products through iterative sample tech-packs & instructions.
- Conduct fiber performance testing.
DEEPTI BARTH GmbH
Atelier Intern
Berlin, Germany
[2023]
- Aid in the fabrication of specialty reflective knitwear.
- Patternmaking and pattern development.
BODE
Studio Intern
New York, NY
[2022]
- Incoming textile quality control - analysis and repair.
- Source materials, fabrics, and notions, for Bode mainline and Bode Tailor shop custom projects.
NEW YORK EMBROIDERY STUDIO
Tech-Pack Development Intern
New York, NY
[2022]
- Develop Tech-Packs to effectively translate client needs into clear instructions for embroidery technicians.
- Created unique embroidery designs using Illustrator.
NEW YORK EMBROIDERY STUDIO
Tech-Pack Development Intern
New York, NY
[2022]
- Develop Tech-Packs to effectively translate client needs into clear instructions for embroidery technicians.
- Created unique embroidery designs using Illustrator.
LEADERSHIP
CORNELL FASHION COLLECTIVE
President
Cornell University
[2021-2022]
- Lead a board of nine directors and 120+ member body to organize two fashion shows.
- Spring 2022 show:
(1,500 attendees), $40,000 budget (first major outdoor show on Cornell's Campus). - Twilight exhibition:
(250 attendees), $2,500 budget. - Restructured club into three synergistic committees.
SKILLS
Software
- Apex (Shima Seiki)
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Rhino, Grasshopper
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Tech-Packs
- Illustration
- Patternmaking
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Initiative
- Time management
- Spanish and Italian language
CONTACT
cgr56 @ cornell (dot) edu