Experienced designer with a demonstrated history of working in the fashion & apparel industry. Skilled in patterning, Industrial Sewing, Design related softwares including Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Indesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, CLO3D & Accumark. Hong Kong Representative, Asia Fashion Collection 2016 Finalist, Hong Kong Young Designer Contest 2014 Outstanding Alumni, Hong Kong Polytechnic University 2014 Member of SOFD HK Member of HKFDA
・Design a capsule womenswear collection for upcoming launches ・Extensively research creative ideas and provide design input into relevant collections ・Create hand and technical drawings for pattern making and production use ・Create original prints and graphics
・Work directly under the creative director throughout the whole creative process ・To develop and materialise conceptual ideas into final products and collections ・Provide all the elements characterising the collection including the design, artworks, prints, hand sketches and digital creations ・Produce clear and detailed technical specifications ・Prepare and deliver professional tech sheets, renders and specs of products ・Organise clear and inspiring documents for the collection development within all product types. ・Research on trends and prepare moodboard before each project upon reception of the creative director inputs, bring ideas suitable for the brand aesthetics
・Trend research & analysis, Mood boards & colour story ・Streetwear & Print design ・Produce clear and detailed CAD drawings & technical specifications for factories, problem solve & handle production issues. ・Ensure all technical information is kept up to date & any necessary alterations are made following sample reviews internally or by customers
Lead design team & provide creative directions Create designs and virtual samples of apparel & leathergoods Collaborate with technicians & machinists for product developments Pattern cutting & grading Sample making Oversee production
Academic Advisor for Portfolio Development Workshop Institute of Textile and Clothings (now renamed as "School of Fashion and Textiles), HKPU Prepare teaching-learning materials to university students hosting 40-hour workshops specifically to train students to develop work proficient skillset on illustrator, photoshop and indesign
Operate the eponymous label, KURT HO Create designs and virtual samples of apparel & leathergoods Design and production for EMSD, CLP Power Hong Kong, 3 HK, FWD Insurance HK, UBS HK, Manboro, Worldwide Flight Services etc.
Work directly under Ms. Leroy on FW15/16 Collection Create paper patterns, mockups and runway pieces from scratch independently (specialise on leather garments and accessories)
Operate the eponymous label "KURT HO", Bespoke tailoring, Commercial Design
Pattern Making, Embroidery Design, CAD drawings, Illustrations