Hi, I’m María Jesús Medina Uranga, a fashion designer based in Sydney with over 3 years of experience in the retail sector. I specialize in detailed tech pack creation and end-to-end product development, collaborating closely with suppliers in China to oversee production from concept to final product. I’m available for freelance or on-site design roles and bring strong technical English and a hands-on approach to garment development. I’ve led monthly collections for fast-fashion brands, managed fittings and size specifications, sourced fabrics, and analyzed sales performance to inform design strategy. My experience spans multiple regions (China, Bangladesh, Latin America) and includes e-commerce styling, prints development, and collaboration with commercial teams to ensure market-ready products on time.

María Jesús Medina Uranga

Hi, I’m María Jesús Medina Uranga, a fashion designer based in Sydney with over 3 years of experience in the retail sector. I specialize in detailed tech pack creation and end-to-end product development, collaborating closely with suppliers in China to oversee production from concept to final product. I’m available for freelance or on-site design roles and bring strong technical English and a hands-on approach to garment development. I’ve led monthly collections for fast-fashion brands, managed fittings and size specifications, sourced fabrics, and analyzed sales performance to inform design strategy. My experience spans multiple regions (China, Bangladesh, Latin America) and includes e-commerce styling, prints development, and collaboration with commercial teams to ensure market-ready products on time.

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Hi, I’m María Jesús Medina Uranga, a fashion designer based in Sydney with over 3 years of experience in the retail sector. I specialize in detailed tech pack creation and end-to-end product development, collaborating closely with suppliers in China to oversee production from concept to final product. I’m available for freelance or on-site design roles and bring strong technical English and a hands-on approach to garment development.

I’ve led monthly collections for fast-fashion brands, managed fittings and size specifications, sourced fabrics, and analyzed sales performance to inform design strategy. My experience spans multiple regions (China, Bangladesh, Latin America) and includes e-commerce styling, prints development, and collaboration with commercial teams to ensure market-ready products on time.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Fashion Designer at Falabella Retail
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
At Americanino (Falabella), I was responsible for researching fashion trends and translating runway inspiration into commercial products. I developed garments from scratch, creating detailed tech packs and selecting prints, fabrics, and seasonal color palettes aligned with brand identity and market needs.
Designer at Cencosud Retail
July 1, 2025 - Present
At Cencosud, I worked on a fast fashion womenswear brand, handling high-volume product development with monthly drops. I created numerous tech packs for garments produced in China and Bangladesh, conducted trend analysis, and supported influencer collaborations. I also worked closely with the commercial team, which gave me a strong understanding of sales performance, helping to identify bestsellers and optimize future collections accordingly.
Founder & Designer at TENYIT
January 1, 2022 - October 17, 2025
Founded and designed handmade swimwear and activewear collections; produced limited runs; sourced fabrics from Peru and Italy; coordinated with external workshops; managed customer service and brand identity on social media.
Menswear Designer at Grab Clothing
June 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Designed full menswear collections blending streetwear and performance apparel for extreme sports; led innovation in fabrics and fits; developed tech packs, size specs, supplier coordination; created custom prints and managed product photography and brand presentation.
Fashion Designer at Americanino / Falabella Retail
June 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Designed seasonal collections inspired by runway trends; led product development from concept to store delivery; created detailed tech packs; developed custom prints and fabrics; styled e-commerce shoots per brand guidelines.
Fashion Designer at Budweiser x Americanino – Capsule Collaboration / Falabella Retail
June 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Designed fits and custom fabrics for limited-edition menswear and womenswear; collaborated with Budweiser brand and design teams to develop exclusive prints; managed fittings and ensured production readiness for launch.
Fashion Designer at Opposite / Cencosud Retail
June 1, 2025 - Present
Developed monthly collections for a fast-fashion womenswear brand; managed tech packs and fittings with suppliers in China and Bangladesh; selected fabrics and size specs; led in-person product sourcing trips; analyzed sales performance with commercial team to inform design strategy; collaborated with commercial and e-commerce teams for on-time delivery.
Fashion Designer at Opposite / Cencosud Retail
June 1, 2025 - Present
Developed monthly collections for a fast fashion womenswear brand. Managed tech packs and fittings with suppliers in China and Bangladesh. Selected fabrics, reviewed size specs, and led in-person product sourcing trips. Analyzed sales performance with the commercial team to inform design strategy. Familiar with retail KPIs, GIMROI, and best/worst seller evaluation.
Fashion Designer at Americanino / Falabella Retail
June 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Designed seasonal collections inspired by runway trends and competitor brands. Led product development from concept (M1) to store delivery (SS). Worked with local and international suppliers, created detailed tech packs. Developed custom prints and selected fabrics based on product and market needs. Styled looks for e-commerce photo shoots according to brand guidelines.
Fashion Designer – Capsule Collaboration at Budweiser x Americanino – Capsule Collaboration / Falabella Retail
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designed fits and selected fabrics for limited-edition menswear and womenswear. Worked with Budweiser Brand and design teams to create exclusive prints. Managed fittings and ensured production readiness for product launch.
Menswear Designer at Grab Clothing
January 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Designed full menswear collections blending streetwear and performance apparel for sports like snowboarding, mountain biking, motocross and other extreme sports. Led innovation in materials and fits, ensuring functionality and style. Developed detailed tech packs and oversaw size specifications upon product arrival in Chile. Created custom prints produced locally in Chile using various textile printing techniques. Managed supplier coordination, quality control, and final product evaluation.
Founder & Designer at TENYIT
January 1, 2022 - October 17, 2025
Founded an independent fashion label specialising in handmade swimwear and activewear. Personally produced limited collections, from pattern-making to final sewing. Sourced high-quality materials from Peru and Italy to elevate product value. Coordinated production with external workshops and managed customer service directly. Built brand identity through social media, styling, and creative direction.

Education

Bachelor of fashion design and textiles. at universidad del pacifico
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2021
Bachelor in Fashion Design and Textile at Inacap, Chile
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor at Inacap/Chile
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

English Certificate - 14 Wall Street English
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other