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I’m a textile product developer and designer with 6+ years of experience, blending fashion, textiles, and product thinking to create wearable solutions. I’ve built strong partnerships with international suppliers and mentored teammates to deliver quality across design, development, and production.
My work spans socks, knitted goods, luggage, headwear, apparel bottoms and tops—seamless and cut-and-sew—across fashion, scenic arts, and performance sportswear. I approach challenges with flexibility, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner
German
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
ACCESSORIES DEVELOPER & MATERIAL SPECIALIST at On AG
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025Joined On’s ACC team as a Developer and Material Specialist, playing a crucial role in evolving the team from an internal start-up to an independent and profitable department. Pioneered material strategy, developed textiles such as yarns, wovens, knits, laminates, and trims. Expanded role into ACC Soft Developer, collaborating with Design, Testing, Sourcing, and Sustainability departments. Onboarded T1 and T2 suppliers to establish strong supplier partnerships. Implemented collaborative tools for material integration into the PLM system enhancing communication and data quality. Led colour processes for ACC collections from FW22 to SS26. Onboarded and mentored new colleagues and interns to ensure productivity within the team.
FREELANCE FASHION DESIGNER at Fly and Fall
December 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025Collaborated as an apparel designer/developer for this startup. Developed market placement strategies, created sketches and design packs, and developed prototype samples to improve development and production communication. Leveraged industry experience to connect the brand with its first suppliers, and developed detailed tech-packs ensuring clear factory communication.
PROTOTYPE PATTERNMAKER at Compressport Int.
September 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Worked closely with development teams, founder, seamstresses, quality control, and suppliers. Created and updated size charts improving clarity and efficiency. Coordinated model fittings and controlled size set measurements to ensure fit quality. Developed both seamless and cut-and-sew patterns for a wide range of men’s and women’s sportswear. Provided material and development advice to enhance product durability and streamline production.
INTERN FASHION DESIGNER at My Goji
May 1, 2018 - September 5, 2025Supported the startup as a swimwear designer during its market entry. Created technical drawings, initial prototypes, and provided manufacturing technical details, expanding skill set in swimwear design.
EVENTS ORGANIZER / FOUNDER at Aniplace Lda.
March 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Co-founded a youth-focused business partnering with the Portuguese Government. Facilitated collaborations with city hall and organizations to support youth. Developed business plans, organized events with up to 55,286 attendees, managed teams expanding from 7 to 15 members, and created branding and marketing campaigns increasing brand awareness.
Accessories Developer & Material Specialist at On AG
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025Joined On’s ACC team as a Developer and Material Specialist, playing a key role in evolving the team into a profitable, sustainable, and independent department. Pioneered material strategy as the first Material Specialist, developing textiles and trims. Expanded role into ACC Soft ACC Developer collaborating cross-functionally with Design, Testing, Sourcing, and Sustainability. Onboarded T1 and T2 suppliers, led integration of ACC materials into PLM systems improving communication and efficiency. Led color processes for all ACC collections from FW22 to SS26 and mentored new team members and interns.
Freelance Fashion Designer at Fly and Fall
December 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025Collaborated as apparel designer/developer for the startup. Developed market placement strategies, created sketches and design packs for commercialization, developed prototype samples to improve communication, connected brand with first suppliers, and produced detailed technical packs to ensure clarity and efficiency with factories.
Prototype Patternmaker at Compressport International
September 1, 2020 - September 5, 2025Created and updated size charts improving efficiency and clarity for suppliers and internal teams. Established collaboration with quality control and product management to ensure fit quality via model fittings and size control. Developed seamless and cut-and-sew patterns for a variety of men’s and women’s sportswear items, and advised on material choices to enhance durability and manufacturing efficiency.
Intern Fashion Designer at My Goji
May 31, 2018 - September 5, 2025Designed technical drawings and created first patterns for swimwear products. Provided construction and technical details for manufacturing, gaining swimwear design experience as the brand entered the market.
Events Organizer / Founder at Aniplace Lda.
March 31, 2020 - September 5, 2025Co-founded a youth-focused business collaborating with Portuguese Government projects. Delivered services for city hall organizations, enhancing youth support programs. Developed business plans, managed teams, created visual identity and marketing campaigns, and organized large-scale events.
Accessories Developer & Material Specialist at On AG
December 31, 2024 - October 20, 2025Groundwork for material strategy in the ACC Team as the first Material Specialist. Material development across yarns, wovens, knits, laminates, soft & hard trims. On-boarded T1 and T2 suppliers; led integration of ACC materials into PLM system; improved communication and data quality across development, sourcing, and production. Led colour processes for all ACC collections FW22 to SS26, ensuring adherence to visual and technical standards. On-boarded six colleagues and mentored two interns to become productive contributors.
Co-Creator of OrganzaHub Website (Design & Concept) at OrganzaHub
July 31, 2025 - October 20, 2025Freelance project designing a budgeting website for product developers. Defined concept, structure, and pricing logic; designed UI in Figma; developed educational resources (glossary, process guide) to support entry-level professionals and clients.
Intern Fashion Designer at My Goji
May 31, 2018 - October 20, 2025Designed swimwear technical drawings, patterns for prototyping, and provided construction and technical details for manufacturing.
Freelance Fashion Designer at Fly and Fall
December 31, 2021 - October 20, 2025Developed market placement strategy, sketches and design packs for commercialization; produced prototype samples and connected with first supplier contacts; created tech-packs to ensure clear communication with factories.
Prototype Patternmaker at COMPRESSPORT INT.
September 30, 2020 - October 20, 2025Created and updated size charts, improved collaboration across QC, development, product management and suppliers; developed seamless and cut-and-sew patterns for men’s and women’s sportswear (XXS-XXXL); advised on material choices to enhance durability and manufacturing efficiency.
Events Organizer / Founder at Aniplace Lda.
March 31, 2020 - October 20, 2025Co-founded and managed events, developed business plans, assessed risks and resources; largest event had 55,286 attendees; led core team growth from 7 to 15 with outsourced talent; created brand identity and marketing campaigns.
Education
Degree Fashion Design at Faculdade de Arquitectura de Lisboa (Architecture College of Lisbon)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Erasmus Mundi Exchange at E.A.C.H., São Paulo, Brazil
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Degree Fashion Design at Faculdade de Arquitectura de Lisboa (Architecture College of Lisbon)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Erasmus Mundi Exchange Program at E.A.C.H., São Paulo, Brazil
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design at Faculdade de Arquitectura de Lisboa (Architecture College of Lisbon)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Erasmus Mundus program at E.A.C.H., São Paulo, Brazil
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Textile engineering oriented education at ON’S SCHOOL OF SCIENCE
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025Adhesive Training at BEMIS
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025TEXTILE AND YARN TRAINING at Supplier visits and training
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025UI/UX DESIGN at Udemy
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Qualifications
On’s School of Science - Textile Engineering Oriented Presentations and Classes
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Bemis Adhesive Training - Supplier On-Sight Course
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Textile and Yarn Training - Supplier Visits and Training
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025U.X./U.I. Design - Udemy Courses with Certificates
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020On’s School of Science - Textile Engineering Oriented Presentations and Classes
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Bemis Adhesive Training
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Textile and Yarn Training
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025U.X./U.I. Design Udemy Courses
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020UI/UX Design - Udemy Courses
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020UI/UX Design
January 1, 2020 - October 20, 2025TEXTILE AND YARN TRAINING
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025BEMIS Adhesive Training
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025ON’S SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - Textile engineering oriented presentations and classes
January 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education
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