Aaron Buck

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About Aaron Buck

Designer with 20 years experience in the fashion and home industries. I possess an in-depth knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes, working on both creative design and product development. While my experience covers print and knit design, it is my expertise in woven fabrics that sets me apart. QUALIFICATIONS Textile Design - Weave - Expert level technical design skills for both jacquard and dobby woven fabrics- Print - Expertise in developing seamless artwork for digital, rotary, and heat transfer printing processes. Trend and Color - Creating seasonal themes and color palettes- Working closely with various trend agencies to review seasonal reports and color direction. Print & Material Sourcing - Partnering with vendors around the globe (Europe, Asia, and the Americas)- Attending print and trade shows - Première Vision Paris and New York, Printsource, Texworld, Milano Unica, Intertextile Shanghai, Functional Fabric Fair. Design Inspiration - Shopping European, Asian, and North American markets and fashion capitals- Frequenting museums, cultural pop-up events, and vintage clothing shows. Team Management - Delegating workload and ensuring deadlines are met according to production calendar- Hiring, training, and performance reviews. Product Development - Mill sheet and tech pack creation, tracking developments, vendor communication, negotiating costing, and mill and factory visits. Communication - History of maintaining excellent professional relationships with colleagues and vendors. TECHNICAL SKILLS Software Proficiency - Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator and Photoshop), NedGraphics, Pointcarré, Microsoft Office Suite, PLM Systems - PC and Mac Platforms Software History - WeaveMaker, Surface Magic, Google SketchUp