About me
To whom it may concern
I am writing to express a very strong interest in the junior garment technologist position advertised at www.totaljobs.com.
My strong approach towards customer service and well-developed people and computer skills make me a perfect candidate for this job.
I am trustworthy and reliable and take great pleasure in my work. Besides, I am a lively team player who works effectively with co-workers.
Currently, I am working for Henry Bertrand,a Silk Wholesaler, and have accumulated various skills in performing fabric specs.
I am assisting with general colour, fabric identity checks including marking of any faults accurately.
Whilst working for Henry B. I learnt to distinguish a wide variety of interior as well as fashion fabrics and developed a keen eye for detail and
enjoyed working closely with the couriers and sales. My University background is in Costume Making(Interpretation). I used to help with theatre and general fittings and hope my learnt skills
would be beneficial to your company. I am originally from Germany and speak, write and read English fluently and with excellence.
!I am convinced that my broad knowledge equipped me with a strong set of valuable competencies that meet your needs.
I am eager to combine my energy to make a meaningful contribution to the long term goals. Please contact me at your earliest convenience to set up a time to meet.
Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to speaking with you soon. I attached my CV for your review.
Sincerely yours,
!Judith Wichmann
Work history
Swatch Assistant
I am working for Henry Bertrand,a Silk Wholesaler, and have accumulated various skills in performing fabric specs.
I am assisting with general colour, fabric identity checks including marking of any faults accurately.
Whilst working for Henry B. I learnt to distinguish a wide variety of interior as well as fashion fabrics and developed a keen eye for detail and enjoyed working closely with the couriers and sales.
Learning Resource Assistant
Key Skills / Profile
Prioritising the customer at all times
Dressmaking, tailoring skills to a high quality level
Costume making skills at an advanced level
Strong interest in fabrics and fabric manipulation techniques
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good standard of IT and numeracy
Strong customer awareness
Punctual, if not early
Presentable and professional conduct in all circumstances
Customer conscious
Very good listening skills to achieve high customer satisfaction
English competency at a high level
Talkative and polite attitude at all times
Emotional competence and self awareness
Highly self motivated and using my initiate when necessary
Ability to solve problems to a high proficiency
Ability to work well under pressure
Task completion in an efficient way and to a high standard
Analysing and problem solving skills
Attention to detail
Competent and efficient use of till transactions
Commercial awareness of stock, sales and promotions
Employment Experience
Learning Resource Assistant at 01.05.2012- current
London College of Fashion (Oxford Street)
Maintaining excellent customer service via phone and in person
My duties involved scheduling appointments, taking accurate notes/details of
information given via phone queries or in person
Taking a lead role in the security and safety of the library and its customers
Dealing with product enquires to a high proficiency level
Competently advise customers about Textiles and Fashion/ Costume Designers
First point of contact in regards to Dress making and Patterns
Assisting with the display of Fashion Fabrics and advising customers about
the range of textiles and its fabric identity
Labelling and categorising accurately each Fashion Fabric swatch
Highly analytical skills and confident user of in-house computer software
Keeping up-to-date with current fashion trends
Broad understanding of textiles, colours, quality fabrics
Cash/Card payments using till transactions in a highly professional manner
High commitment to own development through effective use of processes such as
appraisal scheme and staff development process
Ability to pass accurate information to the most appropriate person
Dealing with customer complaints in a professional and competent manner
Special commitment to provide a positive customer focused service
Experience of working as a member of a team in an office setting or showing
initiative when necessary
Ability to provide oral information accurately and concisely
Strong ability to understand and analyse new learnt skills
Handle all media and public relations with excellency
Maintain the reception area, seating and PCs in a neat and organised fashion
Manage daily office operations and maintenance of equipment such as
Software enquiries
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Skills
- Fashion
- Events
- Film
- Theatre
- Word
- Costume Assistant
- Quality Control
- Customer Focused
- Customer Service Skills
- Costume Design/construction/wardrobe Styling
- Couture Bridal
- Retail Experience
- Costume Design/sewing
- Library Assistant
Education
Costume Making, Prop Making, Costume Mounting, Fashion History/art
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BA Costume Interpretation
Performance and Theatre Design
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Foundation Diploma in Art and Design