Kelsey Smith
About Kelsey Smith
Kelsey Smith is a Technical Designer with extensive experience in the apparel industry, currently working at Spanx since 2020. She has a background in Apparel Merchandising, Production, and Design from Iowa State University and has held various technical design roles at companies such as DICK'S Sporting Goods, L.L.Bean, and Converse.
Work at Spanx
Kelsey Smith has been employed at Spanx as a Technical Designer since 2020. In this role, she collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to create quality garments. Kelsey oversees the fit process from prototypes through to production, ensuring that products meet established fit standards specifically for the active brand. She maintains key calendar dates to ensure on-time delivery of goods, contributing to the efficiency of the production process.
Previous Experience in Technical Design
Before joining Spanx, Kelsey Smith worked as a Technical Designer for Calia at DICK'S Sporting Goods from 2018 to 2020 in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. Her career also includes positions at Coldwater Creek as an Assistant Technical Designer from 2011 to 2013, L.L.Bean as a Technical Designer 1 from 2013 to 2016, and Converse as a Technical Designer 2 from 2016 to 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. This diverse experience has provided her with a strong foundation in technical design.
Education and Expertise
Kelsey Smith earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Apparel Merchandising, Production, and Design from Iowa State University, where she studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, she completed General Studies at Marshalltown Community College from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in technical design and garment production.
Career Background
Kelsey Smith's career began in the service industry, where she worked as a Server/Bartender at Applebee's from 2003 to 2011. She transitioned into technical design with various roles that have shaped her skills in garment production and fit processes. Her extensive experience in the apparel industry spans multiple companies and positions, highlighting her commitment to the field.