I am a design leader with 15+ years crafting apparel, swimwear, and accessories for iconic brands like Billabong, Hurley, Joie, and O’Neill. I specialize in creating product at the intersection of performance, lifestyle, and storytelling, merging technical function with modern aesthetics. My strengths include creative direction, trend forecasting, sustainable development, and delivering commercially strong collections through cross-functional collaboration that builds brand cohesion and elevates global campaigns.

Madelyn Pittman

I am a design leader with 15+ years crafting apparel, swimwear, and accessories for iconic brands like Billabong, Hurley, Joie, and O’Neill. I specialize in creating product at the intersection of performance, lifestyle, and storytelling, merging technical function with modern aesthetics. My strengths include creative direction, trend forecasting, sustainable development, and delivering commercially strong collections through cross-functional collaboration that builds brand cohesion and elevates global campaigns.

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I am a design leader with 15+ years crafting apparel, swimwear, and accessories for iconic brands like Billabong, Hurley, Joie, and O’Neill. I specialize in creating product at the intersection of performance, lifestyle, and storytelling, merging technical function with modern aesthetics.

My strengths include creative direction, trend forecasting, sustainable development, and delivering commercially strong collections through cross-functional collaboration that builds brand cohesion and elevates global campaigns.

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Work Experience

Freelance Designer / Stylist at Self-Employed
June 1, 2023 - Present
Provide design and styling services across creative campaigns, catalog shoots, seasonal line development, and branding. Produce brand storytelling visuals and marketing assets for print and social.
Creative Director at Junk Food Clothing
March 1, 2023 - October 21, 2025
Rebuilt and led the creative process, advancing the design calendar by 2+ months. Directed editorial and campaign shoots; developed cohesive seasonal themes. Established a future-focused brand identity with elevated storytelling and design consistency.
Senior Designer at Hurley & Reef Women’s Hybrid Apparel
August 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Led product design for women’s sportswear division; obtained Reef license and grew the womens sportswear category.
Senior Designer / Acting Design Director at Amuse Society
February 1, 2020 - October 21, 2025
Directed design strategy and oversaw seasonal development during leadership transition. Aligned brand DNA with trend-right, commercially-ready designs across apparel categories.
Women's Wovens Designer at Billabong Women’s
September 1, 2019 - October 21, 2025
Designed woven apparel for global line; managed fittings, specs, and vendor communication. Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing and merchandising for cohesive launches. Part of SIMA Award-winning team.
Head Designer / Stylist at LOVE LIKE SUMMER x Billabong
June 1, 2018 - October 21, 2025
Spearheaded capsule collection for influencer collaboration with strong commercial sell-through. Styled and directed location shoots; developed assets for digital and print marketing.
Senior Sportswear Designer - Temp. at O’Neill Women’s
January 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025
Focused on casual sportswear and fashion-forward beach-to-street designs. Developed prints and guided development through fittings and approvals.
Associate Designer at Joie
October 1, 2014 - October 21, 2025
Designed soft knits and wovens for contemporary women’s wear line. Supported creative director on seasonal concepts and presentations.
Assistant Designer at NYDJ
November 1, 2012 - October 21, 2025
Assisted with tech packs, CADs, and fabric development for denim and sportswear categories.
Creator / Milliner at Comrade Collective
September 1, 2011 - Present
Design custom millinery and accessories for editorial shoots, friends, and stylists.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at OTIS College of Art & Design
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment