Nick Troll
Footwear Design & Development Consultant
Los Angeles | United States
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In my own words
— NickProduct developer/designer with 8+ years of experience in the footwear industry.
Throughout my career I’ve worn multiple hats and gained a wide range of experience including product strategy/positioning, product development, international development coordination, production methods/quality control, sales, and more.
I pride myself on my attention to detail, creative problem solving, and drive to create the best products possible for both brand and customer.
Trajectory
Jan 2019 — Now
Footwear Design & Development Consultant · Troll Design Company
• Provide factory representation, design, development, and production oversight services
• Market trend review/analysis
• Oversee design direction for all categories of footwear
• Manage all development stages from prototype through production
• Work with cross-functional partners to ensure all calendar dates are met
• Daily sales communication with client buyers/developers
• Review product briefs to ensure target costs can be met
• Product development and commercialization coordination
• Coordinate factory technology and innovation initiatives
Aug 2013 — Jan 2019
Footwear Designer/Developer · In Colorado Inc
Men's, Women's, Children's Athletic/Casual Footwear
• Market Research and Trend Analysis
• Design and Develop men's, women's, and children's footwear
• International travel to China to visit key factories and suppliers
• Manage tech pack development and handovers
• Oversee sampling process, sourcing of materials and components
• Confirm samples before production
• Daily communication with client buyers/developers
• Conduct client-facing sales and development meetings
Activity
Education history
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Fine Arts | 2008 - 2012
