ANA PIRCAN
Knitwear Design | Fashion Production | Quality Assurance | Creative Leadership
12 Oldbrook, Bretton, Peterborough, PE3 8SH
+44 7475 427238
pircan_ana@yahoo.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ana-pircan-0920221b/
PROFILE SUMMARY
A visionary and detail-driven fashion professional with a strong background in knitwear production, quality assurance, and team leadership. Combining technical precision with creative thinking, I bring an innovative and sustainability-focused approach to design and product development. Known for identifying improvement opportunities, inspiring teams, and ensuring exceptional quality from concept to final garment. I design with intention — balancing aesthetics, function, and environmental responsibility.
Personality: Visionary • Empathetic • Driven
Aesthetic: Clean • Modern • Expressive • Eco-conscious
Tone: Confident • Inspiring • Thoughtful
CORE SKILLS
- Knitwear production understanding
- Quality assurance & garment testing
- Leadership & department management
- CAD / Adobe Illustrator (ability to upskill quickly)
- Problem-solving & proactive thinking
- Strong communication & negotiation
- Trend awareness & research
- Stakeholder and customer relationship building
- Sustainability-focused design mindset
- Independent and team collaboration
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Alpha Club Fashion Designers — Quality Assurance
2017–2019 | Fashion Design & Production
- Calibrated and maintained measurement tools to comply with testing standards, ensuring accurate garment evaluation.
- Investigated defects and implemented practical, future-proof solutions to improve product quality.
- Communicated ongoing issues to the Quality Assurance department and proposed actionable resolutions.
- Inspected raw materials for consistency, structural integrity, and suitability for production.
- Maintained accurate documentation and quality control records.
- Ensured compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and legal regulations.
- Verified finished garment specifications by comparing products to original patents.
B&B Collection — Head of Department
2007–2017 | Fashion Retail & Team Leadership
- Set strategic short-term and long-term goals to drive departmental performance and growth.
- Motivated, mentored, and developed staff through training and skills-development seminars.
- Ensured consistently high productivity and adherence to quality standards.
- Communicated clear expectations and fostered a collaborative, positive working environment.
- Oversaw compliance with company procedures and industry regulations.
- Supported continuous improvement by monitoring workflow and identifying efficiency opportunities.
PERSONAL SWOT REFLECTION
Strengths
- Creative thinker with a strong eye for beauty, detail, and innovation.
- Deeply motivated by sustainability, community impact, and future-focused design.
- Confident in starting new projects and transforming concepts into action.
- Strategic planner: research-driven, purposeful, and disciplined.
Opportunities
- Ability to create original, sustainable approaches to fashion and knitwear.
- Potential to mentor and uplift the next generation of designers.
- Growing global demand for sustainable, innovative knitwear aligns with my values.
- Digital platforms offer visibility, community, and brand reach.
EDUCATION
BA (Hons) Fashion Management & Marketing
London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA)
2024–2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Open to relocation for design roles
- Passionate about sustainability, craftsmanship, and ethical production
- Continuous learner committed to advancing knitwear design skills
Weaknesses
- Tendency to take on multiple projects due to passion and creativity.
- Limited resources require careful prioritising and efficient execution.
- Unconventional ideas can be misunderstood — improving communication clarity.
Threats
- Resistance from traditional industry mindsets.
- Regulatory complexity within fashion and sustainability.
- Economic fluctuations affecting innovation and funding — building resilience is key.