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Hi, I’m Karla Ríos, a passionate fashion designer and pattern maker currently based in Berlin. I specialize in sustainable fashion and have experience working with various fashion brands, including swimwear and workwear. I enjoy creating innovative designs and integrating digital tools to streamline production processes.
With a master’s degree in Sustainability in Fashion and Creative Industries, I am committed to combining creativity with eco-friendly practices. I have worked on projects ranging from designing school uniforms to award-winning tool belt designs, always focusing on functionality and aesthetics tailored to specific needs.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Work Experience
Freelance Fashion Designer, Pattern Maker & Fashion Consultant
January 1, 2022 - PresentWorking remotely from Berlin to Mexico for various clients. Independently contracted by a Mexican swimwear brand Swild for pattern design, technical sheet development, and fashion consultancy. Developed patterns and custom digital prototype visualizations for independent clients in Irapuato, Mexico.
Fashion & Pattern Designer at Workwear Sazu Factory
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025Designed and developed workwear for industries including automotive, food, and government. Established the factory’s first digital pattern-making system to streamline production. Led pattern nesting and fabric yield estimation to optimize material use. Supervised pre-production samples and managed flat sketches and technical sheets to ensure efficient product development.
Fashion Designer, Redesign of School Uniform at Olssom School
December 31, 2021 - July 17, 2025Personally approached by the school owner to redesign official uniforms. Delivered a well-received collection that enhanced both aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Award-Winning Tool Belt Design at Engelbert Strauss x Driller Queens
December 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025Designed an innovative tool belt for underrepresented construction workers in collaboration with Engelbert Strauss. The project won a prestigious competition judged by AMD faculty, the founder of Driller Queens, and an Engelbert Strauss industrial designer.
Freelance Fashion Designer, Pattern Maker & Fashion Consultant
January 1, 2022 - PresentWorking remotely from Berlin to Mexico, I have independently contracted for a Mexican swimwear brand Swild, focusing on pattern design, technical sheet development, and fashion consultancy. I have developed pattern designs and custom digital prototype visualizations for independent clients in Irapuato, Mexico.
Fashion & Pattern Designer at Workwear Sazu Factory
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025Designed and developed workwear for various industries including automotive, food, government, and more. Established the factory’s first digital pattern-making system to streamline production. Optimized material use through pattern nesting and fabric yield estimation, supervised pre-production samples ensuring accurate garment prototypes, and managed flat sketches and technical sheets for efficient product development.
Fashion Designer, Redesign of School Uniform at Olssom School
December 31, 2021 - July 17, 2025Personally approached by the school owner to redesign official school uniforms, delivering a well-received collection that improved both the aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Education
Master's Degree at AMD Akademie Mode & Design Berlin
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Bachelor’s Degree at De La Salle Bajio University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018Master's Degree at AMD Akademie Mode & Design Berlin
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Bachelor’s Degree at De La Salle Bajio University, León, México
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018Qualifications
German Language Certificate A1
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025Goethe-Institut German Language Certificate (A1)
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail, Government, Consumer Goods, Other, Education
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