MUFARO MUKOKI

Experience

Dorian Who
Design/Production Intern
June 2024—present

• Assisting in the designing and production ofmenswear and womenswear collections.
• Reporting directly to the senior designer toensure the efficient running and organization of the studio.
• Developing tech packs to clearly communicategarment specifications to the entire production team.
• Drafting patterns and operating sewing machines.

Mukoki Lab/Mufaro Mukoki
Self-Employed  Fashion Designer
2021—present

• Conducting seasonal research and producingcollections for shows such as Fashion Art Toronto. 
• Using Clo3D and Adobe Suite to draft patterns and createtech packs.
  
• Constructing samples and sewing garments tocompletion.
• Developing sewing pattern and grading to differentsizes using CAD software.
• Supervising seamstress and sourced fabric andaccessories.
• Fulfilling customer shipping needs by completing purchase orders.
• Adhered to project deadlines.
• Working flexible hours; nights, weekends, and holidays. 

OCAD University
Research Assistant at the Social Body Lab
Jan 2024—June 2024

• Contributing garmentfabrication knowledge into wearable technology research.
• Construction of e-textile swatches.
• Collaborating to ensureefficiency, showcasing strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

STADIO School of Fashion, Johannesburg
Lecturer, Fashion Design
2017—2021

• Researched and incorporated industry-related concepts.
• Course research and development in Garment Construction, Fashion History and Marketing.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked part-time and full-time.
  

Skills

• Wearable Technology: Arduino
• Patternmaking: Manual and Digital (Clo 3D and Adobe Illustrator).
• Garment Construction
• Digital and manual sketches.
• Computer Aided Design (Clo 3D and Adobe Suite).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Social Media Marketing.
• Adaptable and Flexible.
• Fast Learner.