I am a fashion designer with a strong background in collection development, innovation, and technical product design. I transform ideas into garments with a clear identity, blending global trends with each brand's voice. I am a creative and solution-oriented professional, experienced in leading design teams and managing projects from research to launch, with a strong focus on patternmaking, garment construction, and quality control. I deliver original, functional, high-value products, particularly in high-performance and protective apparel.

Camila Franco

I am a fashion designer with a strong background in collection development, innovation, and technical product design. I transform ideas into garments with a clear identity, blending global trends with each brand's voice. I am a creative and solution-oriented professional, experienced in leading design teams and managing projects from research to launch, with a strong focus on patternmaking, garment construction, and quality control. I deliver original, functional, high-value products, particularly in high-performance and protective apparel.

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I am a fashion designer with a strong background in collection development, innovation, and technical product design. I transform ideas into garments with a clear identity, blending global trends with each brand’s voice.

I am a creative and solution-oriented professional, experienced in leading design teams and managing projects from research to launch, with a strong focus on patternmaking, garment construction, and quality control. I deliver original, functional, high-value products, particularly in high-performance and protective apparel.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Fashion Design (R&D) at MC Armor – Miguel Caballero
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead design direction for armored and protective apparel lines for corporate, governmental, and retail markets; manage R&D team; development of collections; tech packs; fittings; wear-testing; trend research; full product development from concept to production; support in patent registration and garment certification processes; collaboration on VIP client projects and collection launches; art direction for lookbooks and shows.
Fashion Designer / Store Manager at MC Armor – Miguel Caballero
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Selection of materials compliant with international safety standards; development of tech packs with a strong functional and performance focus; sample development and supervision of the sample team (5 people); sizing, fitting, and wear-testing processes; trend research through international trade fairs; full product development from concept to production; patent and garment certification support; creative direction of fashion shows and collection launches; art direction for catalog photography; product presentations for large retailers; management of national and international suppliers; design and development of armor and protective apparel lines; VIP client projects.
Fashion Consultant (Freelance)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Trend research aligned with brand identity; textile selection and print development; tech packs development for production; collection design for kidswear, sportswear, and lingerie; direct sales and personalized fashion consulting; sample development and wear-testing; VIP client design projects.
Head of Design (R&D) at MC Armor – Miguel Caballero
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead R&D and fashion design, overseeing armored and protective apparel lines, coordinating design strategy, materials selection, tech packs, and collaboration with suppliers; responsible for collection development, trend research, and fashion show execution.
Fashion Designer / Store Manager at Pamela Duque
January 1, 2023 - Present
Design and development of fashion collections; store management; creative direction of fashion shows; catalog art direction and product presentations for large retailers; VIP client design and fittings; global supplier management.

Education

Fashion Design & Patternmaking (Fashion Technology Degree) at LCI - Lasalle College International
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
UX/UI Design Bootcamp at TRIPLETEN
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026
Fashion Technology Degree – Fashion Design & Patternmaking at LCI - Lasalle College International
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Professional Diploma – Fashion & Art Direction at LCI - Lasalle College International
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Fashion & Art Direction (Professional Diploma)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Industry Experience

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