Ana Gaspar
- Age: 21 years
Competitor in Skill: Fashion Technology
Country: Portugal
How did you get interested in your skill?
I always liked fashion, since I was a little girl, but just when I grew up and participated in an amateur competition for young designers and won, I decided that I wanted to make it a professional path as a fashion designer.
Where did you do your training for your skill?
I trained for my skill in the Modatex, a Professional Training Centre of Textile Industry, Clothing,
Tailoring & Wool.
How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?
I find out about the Member organization through my Center, that made an intern competition and selected 2 of the best students of the school.
Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?
No one influenced me, I decided that was what I wanted to do
What is your experience in participating with your Member organization?
I'm really happy with my whole experience. It's been a really strenuous and hard competition, but the happy moments compensate all those difficult ones.
Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?
One of the most memorable moments was when me and my team mate won the silver medal in EuroSkills.
Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills
My experience as been developing and growing since my involvement with WorldSkills. I won knowledge and know-how in my profession, but also a good sense of responsibility and commitment.
Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.
Yes, because it helped me built a sense of perfection and agility when it comes to making clothes and garments in the least time as possible.
What do you currently do? Where do you work?
I'm steel studying in Modatex. I finish my course in September.
What are your future career aspirations?
I want to work for a great international company as a creative designer.