Cristina Ruggiero Martinez

Offering more than 17 years of experience in the garment industry with diverse knowledge in the areas of apparel design, technical packs and product development. Senior designer and highly motivated team player for major China/Orange County based apparel manufacturer. Customers include Quicksilver/Roxy, Billabong, Vans, PacSun, Amazon, Bloomingdales, Urban Outfitters, Macys, Nordstrom and more.

• MAC & PC proficient with advanced Illustrator/Photoshop/Excel knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of Full-Circle and Filemaker Pro

• Thorough knowledge of garment construction, specs & fits

• Employee management/training/mentoring

• Ability to apply current trends to product

• Perform seasonal market research and apply to current line

• Communicate/work well with design director, technical, production and sales staff

• Advanced knowledge of technical pack development

• Strong flat sketching skills

• Create/design mood boards, color stories, silhouettes, prints, graphics and label & trim packages

• Review all prototype & pre-production samples

• Domestic & international travel

• Ability to work in fast paced environment with strict deadlines

• 75-100 pc. style count per season

• Exceptionally organized with a strong eye for detail