Leonie Klaas
Ready to design streetwear typography and tech pack for apparel brands pro
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Experiência profissional
Senior Technical Designer & Garment Engineer (Bekleidungsingenieur)
Freelancing Career • Freelance
Apr 2016 - Present • 10 yrs 3 mos
With over a decade of experience in the German and European fashion sectors, I provide high-end garment engineering that prioritizes structural precision and manufacturing optimization. My methodology centers on "Production-First" design—utilizing advanced 3D simulation and CAD architecture to ensure that every tech pack and pattern is optimized for industrial scaling and German quality standards. Key Achievements & Responsibilities: Precision Engineering & CAD Management: Developing industrial-grade digital patterns (Gerber/Optitex/Clo3D) with a focus on technical accuracy and high-efficiency fabric yield. Industrial Tech Pack Architecture: Authoring exhaustive technical specifications, including bilingual (German/English) construction manuals, tolerance charts, and comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM) for seamless factory integration. 3D Virtual Development (Industry 4.0): Implementing Clo3D/Holistic simulation to replace physical prototypes, reducing development lead times by 35% and ensuring fit-perfection before the first cut. Standardization & Grading: Engineering complex grading nests based on Hohenstein or international body measurement tables, ensuring absolute fit consistency across European size ranges. Technical Consulting: Streamlining the interface between creative design and global production units to ensure technical feasibility and cost-effective manufacturing.