1. Cassandra Adebolu
Address: 78 Kings Highway,
Plumstead, London,
SE18 2BG
Nationality: British
Email:casandraadebolu@aol.com
Tel: 07538700741
PERSONAL PROFILE
As a garment technologist I work closely with the buying and design teams to
ensure that garments are fit for purpose and performs to the retailer’s standards
and expectations.
I am involved in the garment’s journey right from first sample through to approving
and sealing stage. I have learnt the characteristics of different fabrics and the
importance of quality control; assuring garments are of good quality before they are
sold and also making sure I am consistent with ethical processes.
With the experience of interning in a fast paced environment; I am available for a
garment technologist assistant role working at a high standard professionally. I am
flexible, able to multi- task, organised, positive and self-motivated, punctual,
hardworking, committed and ready to learn new skills.
WORK EXPERIENCE
JAN 2017- To date: New look Fashion Retail – Assistant Garment technologist
 Attending fit meetings /typing the buyers fit comments
 Putting comments and sample photos into power point slides
 Measuring samples accurately and filling data into spec sheets
 Approving sealed samples
 Attending weekly quality meetings
 Updating datalink/Edi track with test results
 Creating buyers packs
 Monitoring the critical path weekly
 Carrying out competitive shop analysis
 Making sure wash care labels are attached with the accurate information.
 Sorting out department post of samples and lab dips.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS DEVELOPED
 Working within a fast paced environment; going from fit meetings to creating
fit comment power point slides and updating test reports, overall completing
tasks scheduled to meet deadlines.

2.  Accurately measure garments and inputting data manually on spec sheets
and on the system for suppliers review.
 Understanding the management of size, fit and quality of ranges.
 Meeting deadlines with planning and time management skills.
 Problemsolver – during fit sessions, utilising pattern cutting knowledge to
resolve fit issues and pattern alterations.
 Developed – fabric knowledge, the characteristics of different fabrics,
materials and garment construction processes.
 Understanding testing procedures and regulations.
 Working tightly to the schedule of the critical path.
 Analysing store product returns/recalls and faults.
 Communicating with suppliers and overseas factories by phone and email.
 Researching new season trends fabric and trims.
EMPLOYMENT
 2014-2015:Yvette Tinworth Ltd
Role: Freelance Print Designer working for supplier to tight deadlines
designing commercial Children’s wear placement graphics and all over Prints
for high street retailers.
 2012- 2014: Wilko (Wilkinson)
Role: Merchandising stock, stock control, shop floor duties, customer
service, handling deliveries, warehouse management.
 2006 – 2012: Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Role: Front desk receptionist, administrative duties, switchboard operator,
contacting emergency services.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
 Pattern cutting skills
 Garment construction skills
 Machine Sewing skills
ICT
 I am adept in the use of ICT such as;
 Microsoft office suite - Word /Excel/Outlook
 Adobe Photoshop

3.  Adobe Illustrator
 Photocopier/Scanner
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 2016 - To date : Fashion Retail Academy- L4 Garment Technology Diploma
for Fashion Retail
 2015 - 2016 : Fashion Retail Academy- L3 Fashion and Design Diploma for
Fashion Retail
 2007 – 2009: Greenwich College- Vocational studies in Contemporary Textile
Techniques
 2003 - 2006: University of East London- BA (HONS) Printed Textile Design
and Surface Decoration
 2002 - 2003: University of East London (School of Architecture and Arts)
Foundation in Fine Art and Design
 1990 -1996: GCSE
HOBBIES
 Drawing and painting
 Hand sewing
 Hand embroideryand beading
 Attending trend shows
 Watching craft tutorials
References will be supplied on request.
I am available for interview from February 6th 2017.