Emanuel Sepulveda
Design Director | 3D Fashion & Technology Expert | Driving Innovation in Apparel Development & Digital Transformation
- Role
- Design Director, CTO at Linkstitch Solutions
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Emanuel Sepulveda
I am an experienced technical solutions expert specializing in consulting, process mapping, change management, and technical support. My expertise lies in driving digital transformation and increasing company profitability through the successful implementation of advanced solutions, technical training, and support.>As an effective communicator, I excel in written, verbal, visual, and public speaking formats, interfacing seamlessly with everyone from CAD users to C-level executives. My ability to convey complex technical information in an understandable way enables me to build strong relationships and trust at all organizational levels.>Flexible and versatile team player who is experienced in customer training, consulting, technical support, sales, quality assurance, management, 2D/3D CAD design and product development.>I am a flexible, versatile team player with a proven track record in customer training, consulting, sales development, quality assurance, and product lifecycle management. My deep knowledge of 2D/3D CAD design and product development enhances my ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet clients’ needs.>A table-trained, professional digital patternmaker, I bring extensive experience in both 2D and 3D patternmaking, coupled with a design background in figure drawing, creating prints, and leveraging Artificial Intelligence to produce high-quality renderings. My diverse skill set allows me to contribute effectively to a wide range of design and technical projects.
Experience
Design Director, CTO
Jan 2023 — Present · New York, NY, US
Lead the development of seasonal collections for mass-market retailers such as JC Penny, Kohl\'s, and Costco, delivering designs that meet consumer demand and brand objectives.>Manage and curate independent labels, including Axis and Longbow, driving creative direction and ensuring cohesive brand identity across all collections.>Develop and present compelling visual boards for client meetings, communicating design concepts, trends, and strategic direction to key stakeholders.>Select and coordinate seasonal color palettes, silhouettes, and styling elements, ensuring alignment with market trends and brand DNA.>Create detailed tech packs to streamline the costing, sampling, and production process for manufacturing partners in Asia, ensuring product quality and timely delivery.>Oversee the implementation of CRM systems and lead the development of the company\'s website to enhance digital engagement, customer relationships, and overall operational efficiency.>Work with up and coming designers to execute their vision and utilize LinkStitch Solutions
Education
Cornell University
B.A., Philosophy
1997 — 2001
Savannah College of Art and Design
M.A., Fashion
2005 — 2007
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Dyeing
- Pdm
- Pattern Making
- Fashion Design
- Marker Making
- Fitting
- Fit
- Kaledo
- Flat Sketching
- Diamino
- Screen Printing
- Vstitcher
- Large Format Printing
- Fabric Print Development
- Draping
- Sketching
- Sewing
- Pattern
- Wordpress
- Technical Design
- Nedgraphics
- Textiles
- Fashion
- Corel Painter
- Trend Analysis
- Ned Graphics
- Patternmaking
- Apparel
- Modaris
- Html + Css
- Tech Packs
- Gerber Accumark
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