CV/RESUME
DILLON CLARKE
UK +447772 829162 | dillonmaxwellclarke@icloud.com
US +1 347 818 1062
EDUCATION
Sep '19 – Jul ‘21 Newham College, London
Bespoke Tailoring (Level 1 & Level 2)
Sep '11 - Jul '19 Cheltenham College, Cheltenham
A / AS Level
Design Technology, Business Studies, Media Studies, Product Design.
GCSE
Maths, English Literature, English Language, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Physical Education, French, Design Technology.
WORK EXPERIENCE
May ’21 – May ’24 Speciale 324, London Trouser & Coat maker
My role involved working alongside George Marsh, the founder, head cutter and coat maker at Speciale. I have acquired an in-depth understanding of Florentine, Milanese and English tailoring styles during this time. I have made an array of garments within, but not limited to these respective styles. I have made to all stages of fitting, final garment and finishing (including top stitching, buttonholes, final press and buttoning) in both trouser and coat construction. I have a knowledge of fabrics, their purpose and how they respond to making. I have understood the nuances of cut through the making process of clients’ garments. I have furthered my skills by cutting and making my own garments including suits, coats, and various trousers. I have been closely involved with client fittings, including taking measurements, notes, collaborating on garment fit.
I have been involved with the training and mentoring of several interns, teaching basic skills of hand stitches, chalking up, buttonholes, steam and dry iron work, I have taught them the trouser making process as well as developing their understanding of repetition and using their eye for measurement.
Sep '19 - Nov '20 Psamathe Mykonos Clothing, London Design and Clothing Intern
Diverse role. Involvement with day-to-day business operations. Ethically designing and sampling of garments. Communication with suppliers. Managing deadlines. Creating cost breakdowns and spreadsheets.
REFERENCES
George Marsh - Speciale 324. +44 7894 998301 Instagram: @speciale324
Alexi Pittalis - Psamathe Mykonos Clothing. +447899 707994 Email: a.pittalis@psamathe-mykonos.com