Danny Vo

Mens & Gender Free - Assistant Designer @Roots

Toronto, ON, CA

Use market and trend intelligence with an understanding of the current and historical business to assist in the design of seasonal collections that are relevant to the customer and reflect our brand identity. • Create and maintain design sketch files as per Roots design standards. • Create and Maintain seasonal Graphic Diplomas with all relevant information: Fabric, fit, reference style, makers and colourways. • Create and Maintain Tech Packs using Roots PLM system, this includes and is not limited to: Assign style numbers, initiate tech pack creation, merch page, BOM, colou,r and images. Also perform sketch updates after reviewing sketches and SMS, as well as any updates from fit sessions. • Assist the Designer in presenting seasonal collections showcasing silhouette, fabric, print, pattern, and color range, and take detailed notes in seasonal product review meetings. • Action all revisions to sketch, tech pack, and graphic diploma on the product assigned. • Assist in fittings, maintain the style tracking sheet of all styles in development, including trim submission sign-off, strike-off requests, and SMS requests, collaborating with the Product Development team. • Work collaboratively with the Graphics team to build seasonal graphic stories, update graphic diplomas with artwork numbers, sizing, and grading • Work collaboratively, departmentally on shared programs to ensure alignment • Consistently researching the marketplace, including our competitors, for inspirations and influences in product, fabric, innovation, colour, trims, and price• Independently Design/assist in leading the international market (SMU) Roots Taiwan

Castlebrooke Secondary School

High School Diploma

Haute Couture Academy Of Fashion

Design

The Creative School at Toronto Metropolitan University

Bachelor's degree