Nikki Rusinovich

Nikki Rusinovich

Designer · Market Studios

Los Angeles, CA

In My Own Words

Nikki is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in the fashion industry.

With a deep-rooted commitment to quality & excellence, Nikki is committed to creating products that authentically reflect both the brand's identity and the needs of the consumer. Skilled in Product Development, Fashion Design, Adobe Illustrator, and prototyping, Nikki thrives at the intersection of creativity and organization. Nikki's endless curiosity keeps her constantly seeking new insights and inspirations to stay ahead of the trends. Let's connect and explore how we can create something great together!

Work Experience

Associate Product Developer

Market Studios

2024 – 2025

Oversees daily product tracking for global licensed partnerships, ensuring alignment with project timelines, objectives, and compliance standards. Develops and maintains accurate Bill of Materials (BOMs) within Techpacks. Takes accurate & detailed fit meeting notes reflecting requests of both the design & product development teams, and communicates feedback to vendors. Reviews and asses samples to ensure compliance with quality standards and brand specifications. Balances working on multiple brands and seasons daily, driving seamless communication and workflow. Maintains highly organized records of product development processes and prepares reports as needed for the Design, Sales, and Marketing teams.Oversees daily product tracking for global licensed partnerships, ensuring alignment with project timelines, objectives, and compliance standards. Develops and maintains accurate Bill of Materials (BOMs) within Techpacks. Takes accurate & detailed fit meeting notes reflecting requests of both the design & product development teams, and communicates feedback to vendors. Reviews and asses samples to ensure compliance with quality standards and brand specifications. 
 Balances working on multiple brands and seasons daily, driving seamless communication and workflow. Maintains highly organized records of product development processes and prepares reports as needed for the Design, Sales, and Marketing teams.

Associate Designer

TEDDY FRESH

2021 – 2024

Worked collaboratively with Design Team to execute and refine creative concepts and physical prototyping. Owned the beginning-to-end design process, from research and concept development to final execution Created detailed technical packs with specifications for apparel & accessory designs, including dimension specifications, materials, construction details, and trims/hardware. Responsible for top sellers in 9/12 months of 2023. Compiled seasonal fabric sourcing packets for vendors, conducted fashion/culture trend research, & Color research. Managed licensed brand approvals, ensuring alignment with project timelines.

Production Development Specialist

Diamond Supply Co.

2020 – 2021

Developed detailed technical packs ensuring accuracy for sampling & development. Created & updated CADs. Oversaw development charts and PLM database. Documented development / fit meetings with clear and accurate notes. Coordinated domestic and overseas samples for cut & sew, printable apparel products, and accessory items Managed licensed brand approvals.

Product Development Intern AGOLDE at Citizens Of Humanity

Citizens Of Humanity

2019 – 2019

Create cut tickets and keep detailed notes/track status in PLM system Updating wash decks and line sheets Packing/shipping samples Update development charts

Technical Design Intern at The Forecast Agency

The Forecast Agency

2019 – 2019

Create/update garment spec's Develop seasonal designs for licensed brands Trend development/forecasting Update garment labeling

Intern at Lefty Productions

Lefty Productions

2018 – 2018

Sample pattern cutting Product packaging and QC Communicating production damage fixes/repairs with sewers.

Education

Bachelors of Science

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

2016 – 2020

Bachelors of Science

Associates of Arts

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

2016 – 2018

Associates of Arts

Interests

Fashion designOutdoor Recreation/ActivitiesactivewearThe beach

Industries

FashionGolfFishingLifestyleOutdoorRunSnowSwimYogaHealth & FitnessOther

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