Resume

Cosette Barry | Email: cosettecbarry@gmail.com

Education

University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio

College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning 

Bachelor of Science in Design anticipated 2027 | 3.67 Grade Point Average | Dean’s List Fall 2022-Summer 2024

Engaged in the Professional Practice Program, alternating semesters of classroom study with work in a field of design.

Iowa City West High School | Iowa City, Iowa

Class of 2022 | 3.8 Grade Point Average

Experience

BFF Studio | Los Angeles, California

Fabric Agency | Fabric Intern | Full time Intern | May 2025-August 2025

Organized swatch inventory and showroom; managed the BFF Studio Instagram posting four times weekly, creating eye-catching trend/fabric boards using Adobe Photoshop; created 52 additional Instagram posts and scheduled for the remainder of the year; assisted the BFF team during brand meetings by scanning swatch selections and taking notes; assisted during the fabric show PREFACE by running errands and managing the check-in counter.

G&N Bespoke Tailoring | Austin, Texas

Bespoke Tailored Suiting | Tailoring Intern | Full time Intern | September 2024-December 2024

Patterned custom trousers by hand; executed bespoke finishings: pick stitch, hand basting, and under-collar application, with instruction from the Master Tailor; crafted jetted, side seam, and ticket pockets; completed routine alterations; created buttonholes on over 25 sport-coats; pressed garments daily; collaborated on fittings with the G&N team; assisted clients with inquiries; supported the daily operations of the store.

The Albright Fashion Library | New York, New York

Fashion Showroom | Stylist Assistant | Full time Intern | January 2024-April 2024

Organized designer inventory of more than 20,000 curated pieces; completed approximately 100 repairs by hand; assisted the Albright team during fittings, helped clients change and pulled new garments to try when needed; interacted with and assisted stylists; completed all put-aways averaging 100 items daily; packed/unpacked more than 25 curated rentals for stylists and clients weekly.

Bonkers | Coralville, Iowa

Small Business | Entrepreneur | Part time | August 2020-June 2021

Managed a handmade apparel business, marketed and sold through Instagram; sold out entire inventory within 24 hours of clothing drops. Designed and developed trendy ready-to-wear, and custom, hand-embroidered and tie-dyed clothing; constructed a business model to ensure a positive income; provided personal delivery for local customers and timely nationwide shipping.

Volunteer Work | Iowa City, Iowa

Nolte Dance Academy, children’s dance assistant teacher; Iowa City Free Lunch Program, meal preparation and serving; Kids Against Hunger, meal preparation for shipment.

Skills, Honors, and Activities

Active knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, both hand-and-machine sewing skills, working knowledge of styling techniques, working knowledge of tailoring techniques, experience operating a Point of Sale system, expert knowledge of common social media platforms such as Instagram and Tik-Tok, and a solid understanding of the Google suite.