Yan Fonseca — Footwear Designer at Arsutoria School Ltd.

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Yan Fonseca

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Footwear Designer
Ocoee | United States

Skills

  • Footwear Design
  • Product Design
  • Branding
  • Trend analysis
  • 2D Design
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Interests

Music
Skateboarding
Furniture design
Footwear
Sustainable design
Accessory design
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Industries

Lifestyle
Music
Skate
Creative Agencies
Fashion
Streetwear
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Work experience

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Arsutoria School Ltd.

Footwear Design Apprentice | 03/2024 - 07/2024

- Worked with partnered brands on 3D models for several carry-over styles to be virtually databased. - Collaborated with 2D Design projects that focused on Colors, Materials, & Finishes. - Provided market research to establish studio trend analysis. - Assisted with 3D printing labs for rapid prototyping solutions. - Produced product photography shoots of certain prototypes.
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Leaf Cult Sandals

Assistant Footwear Designer | 06/2020 - 08/2023

- Researched global fashion trends to stay updated with current footwear styles and consumer preferences. - Developed sketches of new footwear concepts by hand or digitally, working closely with the design team to refine these ideas. - Worked on developing color palettes aligned with the season and brand’s aesthetic. - Created detailed 2D & 3D designs, using CAD software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Rhino 3D) - Developed new product lines and collections, in alignment with the brand’s aesthetic and seasonal trend forecasts. - Worked closely with product developers and engineers to ensure that the designs were practical for mass production. - Communicated regularly with factory teams, ensuring that manufacturing processes reflected the design’s intention and quality standards. - Oversaw the production process, ensuring that the final products matched the design specifications.
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LiveTrends Design Group

Industrial Designer | 11/2021 - 06/2022

- Conducted in-depth research on fashion trends, consumer preferences, and cultural influences. - Collaborated with trend forecasting agencies to identify upcoming materials, colors, and design trends. - Analyzed the competitive landscape and studied successful brands and styles. - Created initial concept sketches and mood boards based on research, considering user tastes and market segments. - Developed design themes for new collections, ensuring alignment with the brand’s aesthetic and seasonal trends. - Worked closely with suppliers to source innovative and high-quality materials. - Utilized CAD software (e.g., Rhino, SolidWorks, Fusion 360) to create detailed 3D designs. - Developed prototypes in collaboration with model makers, factories, and suppliers to refine designs. - Worked closely with product developers and engineers to ensure the designs are practical for mass production. - Produced product packaging concepts and solutions. Provided Technical Drawings and specifications to packaging manufacturers.
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