Aiganym Iskakova

Available to hire

Language

Kazakh
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Brand Aiganym Iskakova
March 1, 2013 - Present
Developing creative concepts for new fashion lines Creating sketches and technical drawings Designing original patterns and supervising sample production Selecting fabrics, silhouettes, and color pallets to achieve cohesive collections Managing production processes and tailoring schedules Conducting market and financial analysis Building and maintaining relationships with target audiences and clients Leading a team of designers and production specialists Overseeing client relations and bespoke orders The “Aiganym Iskakova” brand was awarded Best Designer at a Paris Fashion Week trade exhibition Featured in Parisian magazines Faust and L’Officiel The brand’s clients include stylists from California, Miami, and Paris (representing brands such as Dior, Chanel and Max Mara), as well as concept stores in Paris, Singapore
Creative Director at Qazaq Tigin Fabrikasy
December 10, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Developing and implementing the brand’s creative strategy Establishing the company’s visual and stylistic identity Leading a team of designers and creative professionals Overseeing the full production cycle - from concept to finished collection Creating and approving moodboards, sketches, and material/color selections Developing creative concepts for photoshoots, video campaigns, and runway shows Analyzing fashion and visual trends, integrating innovative design solutions Creating branded content for social media and marketing campaigns Representing the brand at industry events, exhibitions and collaborations Designing lookbooks, presentations and technical briefs Created detailed technical sketches and production specifications to ensure precise execution of garments during production
Costume Designer at The musical "Julia"
November 1, 2022 - December 20, 2022
Created and fully produced costumes for the musical “Julia”, from concept development to final tailoring
Fashion Designer at JTI
May 1, 2017 - November 30, 2019
Partnered with JTI (Japan Tobacco International) across the CIS region, overseeing the full development cycle - from concept sketches and design to production management and logistics coordination
Marketing Manager & Graphic Designer at Fashion Retail Kazakhstan (Fawaz Alhokair Fashion Group
October 10, 2010 - August 31, 2013
Managed marketing, PR, and graphic design activities for international retail brands Developed indoor and outdoor advertising materials Organized events, openings, and marketing activations Oversaw store openings from construction to launch Collaborated with constructors and agencies Developed and executed annual marketing plans Prepared and negotiated contracts with third-party vendors
Event Manager at Very Strange Entertainment
June 1, 2010 - October 8, 2010
Developed event concepts, scripts, and creative strategies Managed client relations and communication Created budgets, cost estimates, and schedules Supervised event execution and logistics Designed costumes and visual elements for themes events

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design & Marketing at Polimoda International Institute of Fashion Design and Marketing - Florence, Italy
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Best fashion Designer during Paris Fashion week
June 14, 2019 - October 30, 2020

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education