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Ana Paula Avila

@anapaulaavila

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Experienced product designer passionate about sustainability and innovation.

Brazil

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values creativity and sustainability, offering opportunities for growth and collaboration.

I am a designer with over 10 years of experience and knowledge in multiple areas - product and accessories design, BoM and tech packs, 3D modelling, textile embellishment and print applications, repeat print designs, graphic design and sustainability. My journey has taken me from Brazil to New Zealand, where I developed my professional path for almost 6 years. I have a strong commitment to quality and detail, ensuring that every project I undertake meets the highest standards.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed branding processes for various clients, developed technical packs, and collaborated with suppliers to bring innovative designs to life. My entrepreneurial spirit led me to found Koa Estampa & Design, where I created unique handmade accessories and taught workshops on silk screen printing. I am passionate about product development and strive to incorporate sustainable approaches in all my work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Apparel Brand Coordinator

VMG Clothing

Jan 2023 - Mar 2024 (1 year 2 months)

Managed branding application processes for uniforms in the super yacht and marine industry. Developed tech packs, liaised with suppliers, and ensured quality control of garments. Provided technical feedback on branding applications and coordinated with local and offshore suppliers.

Brand Management Tech Packs Quality Control Adobe Illustrator ERP Systems Silk Screen Printing Sublimation Time Management

SOLIDWORKS Draughtsperson & Graphic Designer

UPO shopfittings

Jan 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 11 months)

Developed furniture and visual merchandising elements for various retailers. Created 3D models and technical drawings using SOLIDWORKS, managed graphic materials, and conducted product photography.

3D Modeling Solidworks Graphic Design Adobe Photoshop Time Management Communication

Print & Accessories Designer (Founder)

Koa Estampa & Design

Feb 2016 - Jul 2018 (2 years 5 months)

Founded a business focused on handmade accessories and copyright prints. Developed tech packs, managed production, and handled social media and customer service. Conducted workshops on silk screen printing.

Tech Packs Screen Printing Social Media Management Customer Service Time Management

Project Intern on Furniture Design

Hadra

Jul 2014 - Jul 2015 (11 months)

Developed 3D models and technical drawings of high-end furniture. Analyzed manufacturing processes and reported data into the ERP system.

3D Modeling ERP Systems Manufacturing Analysis Time Management Communication Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina

Master of Science, Apparel Design and Fashion

2017 - 2019

Study areas included Sustainability in Fashion, Innovation in Textile Materials, Creative Economy, Management and Planning Strategies for Clothing Production. Thesis focused on developing a diagnostic tool to evaluate business practices levels of sustainability regarding solid textile waste generation.

Instituto Federal de Santa Catarina

Bachelor of Arts, Product Design

2010 - 2015

Focused on Furniture, Utilities, Packaging and Electronic Design. The final year project involved creating a screen printed tote bag with practical, symbolic and aesthetic functions.

University of New South Wales

Bachelor of Arts, Design

2013 - 2014

Studied Fashion, Textiles, Furniture and Jewellery Design as part of a scholarship exchange program under the Brazilian government initiative 'Science without Borders'.