Contact
New York City, NY
617-599-8426
rubykautzky@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/ruby-flaherty-12584b251
Education
University of Wisconsin - Madison 2023-2026 - GPA 3.773
B.S. Textiles and Fashion Design
B.A. Environmental Studies
Philips Academy Andover 2019-2023
Le Cordon Bleu Madrid - Spanish Cuisine Certificate 2023
Rhode Island School of Design - Pre-Collegiate Program 2022
Experience
Design Intern
LoveShackFancy, NYC, NY May 2025 - August 2025
Created CADs and detailed tech packs for new silhouettes and seasonal patterns, supporting communication with factories and streamlining the sample development process. Developed color pitches for patterns and sourced fabrics, trims, and ribbons and ensured timely sample creation for RTW collections. Assisted with model management during in-house and external collection viewings; repaired samples by hand and organized mood boards to support creative direction.
Production Intern
Oscar de la Renta, NYC, NY June 2024 - August 2024
Managed efficient handling and tracking for packages containing samples and embroidery panels to both domestic and international factories. Assisted in triweekly duplicate fittings for the ready-to-wear and bridal teams; collaborated with sales interns during market week to present collections to buyers, manage models, and oversee client interactions.
Sophomore Shadow Program Participant
Lands' End, Dodgeville, WI March 2025
Explored roles in Merchandising, Design, Sourcing, and Technical Design during an immersive experience at Lands’ End headquarters.
Participated in mock interviews and portfolio reviews; networked with industry professionals to gain career insights and refine presentation skills.
Participated in mock interviews and portfolio reviews; networked with industry professionals to gain career insights and refine presentation skills.
Skills & Accomplishments
EDUCATION SOFTWARE FABRICATION
Earned dean's list 2023, 2024 Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Fashion Illustration Tech packs
Sergenian’s Rug Design Competition Proficient in Pointcarre Software Embroidery/Beading Graphic Design
Finalist 2025 Patternmaking and Draping Tailoring
Published excerpt in The Art of Public Speaking, 5th Edition
EDUCATION SOFTWARE FABRICATION
Earned dean's list 2023, 2024 Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Fashion Illustration Tech packs
Sergenian’s Rug Design Competition Proficient in Pointcarre Software Embroidery/Beading Graphic Design
Finalist 2025 Patternmaking and Draping Tailoring
Published excerpt in The Art of Public Speaking, 5th Edition