Katie M.

The search is over. You've found your creative collaborator! I'm new to Upwork, but experienced with design - I work irl in NYC and am looking to do more freelancing online. I can help you with the following: 👖 Concept development, early-stage collection planning 👖 Trend research 👖 Fashion history 👖 Mood boards, color palettes 👖 Fashion design (for manufacture or bespoke) 👖 Costume design (for individuals or full productions) 👖 Hand-drawn sketches and illustrations (Procreate) 👖 Technical illustrations/fashion flats (Adobe Illustrator) 👖 Line sheets, colorways (Adobe Illustrator) Why I could be a great fit for your project: 💃 I am passionate about what I do and put my entire effort into my work. I want both of us to enjoy the process. 💃 I will communicate with you regularly and clearly about the project and ask questions if I don't understand. 💃 I studied this stuff! I hold two degrees in costume design. My scholarly background means I know how to perform, analyze, and present research. I have a full knowledge of fashion history. 💃 I have hands-on experience. I have been working for 15 years in the world of costumes as a designer, stitcher, crafter, and wardrobe technician. I also snuck in a few fashion and product design jobs along the way. 💃 I love creative challenges and thinking outside the box. Getting inventive with silhouettes and experimenting with materials is my jam. 💃 I like to infuse meaning and story into my designs. Costuming is all about visual storytelling and I think designs are stronger when they have something to say. 💃 I feel strongly about inclusion and diversity, whether body type, skin tone, or different abilities. My favorite kinds of garments to design: 🎩 Unique silhouettes, like couture and fantasy 🎩 Color blocking for bold statement pieces 🎩 Historically-inspired and blended era If I sound like the right creative for your project, I'd love to discuss details!