As a senior fashion designer and product developer I combine my passion and expertise in fashion and footwear design with my skills in graphic design to create innovative products and experiences that meet the needs and expectations of my clients. I have over 10 years of experience in the industry, working with various brands, clients, and projects. I hold a master's degree in advanced fashion design from Polimoda, and a certification in entrepreneurship from McGill University. I have a keen eye for trends, aesthetics, and functionality, as well as a strong sense of branding and marketing. I enjoy collaborating with other creative professionals, learning new tools and techniques, and challenging myself to deliver high-quality work. My goal is to create products and experiences that are not only beautiful and useful, but also meaningful and sustainable.

Marina Sonin

As a senior fashion designer and product developer I combine my passion and expertise in fashion and footwear design with my skills in graphic design to create innovative products and experiences that meet the needs and expectations of my clients. I have over 10 years of experience in the industry, working with various brands, clients, and projects. I hold a master's degree in advanced fashion design from Polimoda, and a certification in entrepreneurship from McGill University. I have a keen eye for trends, aesthetics, and functionality, as well as a strong sense of branding and marketing. I enjoy collaborating with other creative professionals, learning new tools and techniques, and challenging myself to deliver high-quality work. My goal is to create products and experiences that are not only beautiful and useful, but also meaningful and sustainable.

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As a senior fashion designer and product developer I combine my passion and expertise in fashion and footwear design with my skills in graphic design to create innovative products and experiences that meet the needs and expectations of my clients. I have over 10 years of experience in the industry, working with various brands, clients, and projects.

I hold a master’s degree in advanced fashion design from Polimoda, and a certification in entrepreneurship from McGill University. I have a keen eye for trends, aesthetics, and functionality, as well as a strong sense of branding and marketing. I enjoy collaborating with other creative professionals, learning new tools and techniques, and challenging myself to deliver high-quality work. My goal is to create products and experiences that are not only beautiful and useful, but also meaningful and sustainable.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Hebrew (modern)
Advanced
Russian
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior designer/ Product developer at Sheertex
September 11, 2022 - August 4, 2025
Analyze trends and create product assortment by fabric construction. Sketch selected styles for development and prepare detailed tech packs. Source trims and finishings for finished products and fabrics. Textile development. Knitting program development (EAT software). Insure timely production handoff. Manage programmers and technicians schedules and training. Set quarterly personal and team goal. Prepare detailed production documents for handoff. Work with the creative team to bring product to life. Travel for product development and training.
Senior Designer at Chateau Bodywear
February 8, 2021 - August 26, 2022
Trend direction and presentation for marketing and upper management teams. Product development. Seasonal sales analysis. Branding and competitive analysis. Collection design. Development of prints and artwork. Private Label development. Photoshoot direction. Travel for client meetings.
Footwear Designer at Aldo Group (APS)
July 9, 2018 - May 18, 2020
Trend Research and presentation boards. Work with line builders to create a full selection. Collection design. Development of prints and artwork. Put together catalogues, posters and packaging materials. Merchandise showroom for client presentations.
Kidswear Designer at Group Lemur
September 5, 2016 - December 29, 2017
Trend Research and mood boards. Silhouette drawing and collection development. Develop tech packs, packaging and labeling. Develop prints and artwork. Daily communication with overseas suppliers. Approve lab dips, strike-offs and fabrics quality.
Founder/Owner at B-Lux Boutique
October 1, 2014 - December 28, 2018
Annual and seasonal budgeting. Seasonal purchasing. Hiring and schedule management. Fundraising. Communication with vendors and suppliers. Marketing and social media management. Visual merchandising and window display.
Product Developer at Tribal Sportswear
March 4, 2013 - September 26, 2014
Daily communication, price negotiation, and sample tracking. Send design and fit comments and follow-up. Approve lab dips, strike-offs and fabric quality. Coordinate salesman samples for sales meetings and shows. Develop flat sketches, sewing standards and tech packs to send overseas.
Designer at Joshua Perets
September 2, 2012 - February 28, 2013
Communicate with overseas suppliers, manage production and delivery deadlines Develop flat sketches and tech packs to send overseas Participate in fittings and forward comments to the suppliers Approve lab dips and strike offs.

Education

Master of Advanced Fashion Design at Polimoda Firenze
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Fashion Design at LaSalle College
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Wholesale & Distribution