I'm Ekaterina Savosina, a visionary Senior Creative with over 15 years crafting immersive brand experiences for global leaders including Nike, Adidas, and LUSH. I bridge high-level creative vision with technical execution through AI-driven workflows and 3D visualisation, delivering see-it-before-you-make-it solutions that accelerate decisions and elevate storytelling in the digital and social space. Currently exploring Agentic AI systems for creative solutions and applying my expertise to ambitious brands and high-impact projects. I mentor teams and students, foster cross-functional collaboration, and develop innovative design strategies that blend design, technology, and experiential media.…

Ekaterina Savosina

I'm Ekaterina Savosina, a visionary Senior Creative with over 15 years crafting immersive brand experiences for global leaders including Nike, Adidas, and LUSH. I bridge high-level creative vision with technical execution through AI-driven workflows and 3D visualisation, delivering see-it-before-you-make-it solutions that accelerate decisions and elevate storytelling in the digital and social space. Currently exploring Agentic AI systems for creative solutions and applying my expertise to ambitious brands and high-impact projects. I mentor teams and students, foster cross-functional collaboration, and develop innovative design strategies that blend design, technology, and experiential media.…

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I’m Ekaterina Savosina, a visionary Senior Creative with over 15 years crafting immersive brand experiences for global leaders including Nike, Adidas, and LUSH. I bridge high-level creative vision with technical execution through AI-driven workflows and 3D visualisation, delivering see-it-before-you-make-it solutions that accelerate decisions and elevate storytelling in the digital and social space.

Currently exploring Agentic AI systems for creative solutions and applying my expertise to ambitious brands and high-impact projects. I mentor teams and students, foster cross-functional collaboration, and develop innovative design strategies that blend design, technology, and experiential media.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder at Design in VR, Innovation Studio, Arts University Bournemouth
July 1, 2021 - Present
Founded and led an innovation studio delivering immersive VR/AI projects for global brands; managed VR equipment fleet, educational/licensing, risk assessments, and partnerships; secured ERDF/ESIF funding and drove UI/UX, video content, and marketing through a multidisciplinary team.
VR & AI Consultant-in-Residence / Visiting Tutor at Innovation Studio, Arts University Bournemouth
July 1, 2021 - Present
Mentored 1,000+ students and academics across Fashion, Product Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Illustration, Film and Modelmaking; delivered webinars and co-creation sessions to enable AI/VR adoption; supported students in developing 3D concepts, portfolios, and prototypes; helped secure Innovate UK funding for startups and design projects.
Footwear Design Consultant / Creative Tech at Gravity Sketch
January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Led onboarding for Nike’s footwear design team and guided Adidas Innovation in VR workflows; advised Puma, Hoka, Ecco, KISKA and New Balance on adopting Gravity Sketch for concept visualization and 3D design; built branded training rooms and provided 1:1 coaching; analyzed pipelines and tool interoperability.
Marketing & Business Development Manager at Centre VR
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
B2B growth lead identifying new markets (construction, corporate events, education); translated client requirements into VR concepts, ran live demos, webinars, and presentations; led cross-disciplinary teams to develop projects such as ‘Safer Kids’ VR road-safety application; managed contracts and partnerships.
Designer / Marketing Manager at Freelance
November 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Branding and full brand packages for multiple clients; website and social content; packaging and display; led hotel-to-restaurant project planning; prototyping for vegan footwear and accessories; investor pitches and funding applications.
Store Manager at Happy Buddha
November 1, 2016 - October 1, 2018
Retail operations across two stores, inventory and delivery management, visual merchandising, staff supervision and performance; led digital transition from multiple stores to flagship and online shop; launched e-commerce and expanded customer reach.
Maternity Leave at Self
May 1, 2015 - November 1, 2016
Maternity leave and personal development.
Senior Footwear Designer / Buyer Executive at DeJaVu Shoes
July 1, 2014 - February 1, 2015
Led women’s footwear collections; conducted market/trend research; coordinated prototyping, supplier relations, quality and production; owned creative direction, CAD/specs, and sample approvals to deadlines; collaborated with Sales and Marketing on product go-to-market.
Footwear Designer at Shoemart
November 1, 2012 - July 1, 2014
Led range development and designed licensed-brand collections for 120+ stores across the Middle East; managed concept-to-store pipeline, sample testing, and production specs; collaborated with Buying and Marketing on assortment planning; focused on trend forecasting and Italian showcases.
Workshop Intern at John Lobb
November 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012
Gained hands-on bespoke shoemaking experience; observed crafting of bespoke lasts for high-profile clients; supported workshop activities and tooling.
Administrative Assistant for Luxury Handbag Collections at Doors by Jas MB
June 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Operations support, orders coordination, showroom preparation and administrative tasks for luxury handbag collections.
Customer Service and First Notification of Loss Advisor at LV= Insurance
November 1, 2006 - November 1, 2009
Customer service, cross-selling, motor insurance claims processing; consistently high performance and top sales.
Intern, Armani & Karen Millen Showrooms at Club 21 – Armani Showroom
June 1, 2007 - August 1, 2007
Shadowed fashion buying process; showroom exposure and assisting with presentations.
Founder at Design in VR, Innovation Studio, Arts University Bournemouth, UK
July 1, 2021 - Present
Delivered creative projects for global brands and businesses including LUSH, Sunseeker Yachts, Carswellgould, Mandarin Oriental Hotels, Barclays Eagle Labs, Element Creative, Pretty Clever, Ammtek and Aspirin Business. Secured four years of ERDF/ESIF funding; optimised VR equipment fleet; wrote safety protocols; established educational partnerships and licensing; drove funding and partnerships. Recognised with the Forged Foundry Award for Innovation and Business Growth.
VR & AI Consultant-in-Residence / Visiting Tutor at Innovation Studio, Arts University Bournemouth, Bournemouth, UK
July 1, 2021 - Present
Mentored 1,000+ students and academics across Fashion, Product Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Illustration, Film, Event Management and Modelmaking at BA, MA and PhD levels. Delivered webinars and co-creation sessions to promote AI/VR adoption; supported design projects and portfolios; secured Innovate UK funding with the studio team.
Footwear Design Consultant / Creative Tech at Gravity Sketch, London, UK
January 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Led onboarding for Nike’s first wave of footwear designers; guided Adidas Innovation team on VR workflows; supported Puma, Hoka, Ecco, KISKA and New Balance design teams in adopting Gravity Sketch for concept visualization and 3D design. Built branded virtual training rooms and 3D assets; analysed pipelines for Rhino, CLO 3D, Twinmotion, Blender and Substance Painter; improved user adoption and engagement.
Marketing & Business Development Manager at Centre VR, Bournemouth, UK
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
B2B growth: Identified and captured new markets (construction, corporate events, education); translated client requirements into VR concepts; ran live demonstrations, webinars and pitches; project management to deliver VR applications like Safer Kids road-safety VR.
Store Manager at Happy Buddha, Bournemouth, UK
November 1, 2016 - October 1, 2018
Retail operations management across two stores; visual merchandising, staff supervision, rota planning and performance tracking; led digital transition toward flagship and online store.
Senior Footwear Designer / Buyer Executive at DeJaVu Shoes, Dubai, UAE
July 1, 2014 - February 28, 2015
Led women’s footwear collections; market/trend research; range planning, pricing and MOQs; coordinated prototyping, supplier relations, production; owned creative direction, CAD/specs and sample approvals.
Footwear Designer at Shoemart, Dubai, UAE
November 1, 2012 - July 31, 2014
Led range development and designed licensed-brand collections (Disney, Start-Rite, Fisher-Price, ELLE, Paprika, Cosy, Kappa) for 120+ stores; concept→sample→store; sample testing and QC; CAD & production specs; cross-functional team collaboration.
Workshop Intern at John Lobb, London, UK
November 1, 2011 - March 31, 2012
Gained hands-on bespoke shoemaking experience and observed crafting of bespoke lasts for high-profile clients.
Administrative Assistant for Luxury Handbag Collections at Doors by Jas MB, London, UK
June 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Operations support; calls and order coordination; prepared collections for showroom presentations.
Customer Service and First Notification of Loss Advisor at LV= Insurance, Bournemouth, UK
November 1, 2006 - November 30, 2009
Customer service, cross-selling, support, and claims processing; top salesperson on multiple occasions.
Intern at Club 21 – Armani Showroom, Armani & Karen Millen Showrooms
June 1, 2007 - August 31, 2007
Shadowed fashion buying processes for Armani and Karen Millen showrooms.

Education

BA (Hons) Product Design & Innovation at Cordwainers Footwear, University of the Arts London
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design (Triple Distinction) at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
BA (Hons) Product Design & Innovation at Cordwainers Footwear, University of the Arts London
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Art & Design (Triple Distinction) at Arts University Bournemouth
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Product Innovation Course (Lasell University)
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026
Gravity Sketch Expert
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026
Gravity Sketch Early Adopter & Instructor
January 1, 2021 - February 11, 2026
Gravity Sketch Power User
January 1, 2021 - February 11, 2026
Interior Design via AutoCAD & Sketch-Up
January 1, 2019 - February 11, 2026
Starting your own Footwear & Accessories Label
January 1, 2014 - February 11, 2026
Advanced Adobe Photoshop CS5
January 1, 2013 - February 11, 2026
Award for Innovation and Business Growth
January 1, 2024 - February 11, 2026
Product Innovation eight weeks course
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026
Gravity Sketch Expert
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026
Gravity Sketch Early Adopter & Instructor
January 1, 2021 - February 11, 2026
Gravity Sketch Power User
January 1, 2021 - February 11, 2026
Interior Design via AutoCAD & Sketch-Up
January 1, 2019 - February 11, 2026
Starting your own Footwear & Accessories Label
January 1, 2014 - February 11, 2026
New Horizons Advanced Adobe Photoshop CS5
January 1, 2013 - February 11, 2026
Lasell University Product Innovation eight weeks course
January 1, 2022 - February 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality

Skills

Experience Level