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Specialized in streetwear, activewear, and ready-to-wear with strong background in leading end-to-end product development for global brands, with an international perspective shaped by collaboration with multicultural teams. Skilled at translating trends into commercially successful products without compromising brand identity.…

Michelle Ortega

Designer, Brand Designer, Product Designer, +1

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Specialized in streetwear, activewear, and ready-to-wear with strong background in leading end-to-end product development for global brands, with an international perspective shaped by collaboration with multicultural teams. Skilled at translating trends into commercially successful products without compromising brand identity.…

Available to hire

Specialized in streetwear, activewear, and ready-to-wear with strong background in leading end-to-end product development for global brands, with an international perspective shaped by collaboration with multicultural teams.
Skilled at translating trends into commercially successful products without compromising brand identity.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Designer at EDITED

January 1, 2025 - October 17, 2025

At EDITED, I focused on creating and refining fashion trends tailored to the Gen Z customer base. My role involved analyzing market data to develop innovative designs across multiple product categories including tops, bottoms, outerwear, dresses, swimwear, and accessories. I played a pivotal role in leading the design process from concept to execution while collaborating closely with marketing and production teams.

Designer - Women's Apparel at MANGLENS

January 1, 2022 - October 17, 2025

I led the design team in developing new ideas for women's athleisure and activewear apparel that aligned with brand aesthetics and consumer demand. My contributions helped solidify the brand's identity, focusing on cohesive design language and effective garment construction.

Associate Designer - Kids / Juniors at NIKE JORDAN at HADADD BRANDS

March 5, 2018 - December 31, 2020

As an Associate Designer, my responsibilities revolved around creating playful designs for kids' apparel, with a focus on incorporating storytelling elements that resonate with young consumers. I also assisted in fabric selection and development processes.