Umberto Rizzo
@umbertorizzo
I design luxury footwear and accessories from concept sketches to production-ready samples.
ItalyWhat I'm looking for
I design footwear and accessories end to end, from concept development and technical drawings to prototype approval and quality-control sign-off.
As a freelance designer for international clients, I manage full creative briefs and developed a capsule collection for Sophia Nubes that was showcased at a Los Angeles fashion show in July 2022. Previously, I coordinated Billionaire’s SS22 shoes and accessories line through production-ready samples.
At Philipp Plein and Lab-Style, I worked with design teams, suppliers, pattern makers, and artisans on seasonal footwear collections. Growing up in a family with over 40 years in the industry gave me a deep understanding of leather, construction, and Italian craftsmanship.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Designer
Independent
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Designed footwear and accessories collections for international brands, managing full creative briefs from concept to delivery. Developed and presented a capsule collection for Sophia Nubes, showcased at a fashion show in Los Angeles.
Shoes & Accessories Coordinator
Billionaire
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Led design and development coordination for the SS22 shoes and accessories line, overseeing the full product lifecycle to production-ready sample. Managed cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and artisans, ensuring quality standards and on-schedule delivery.
Shoes & Accessories Designer
Philipp Plein
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)
Collaborated with internal design team on men's and women's footwear lines across multiple seasonal collections. Managed full development cycle: concept design, technical drawings, factory visits, and quality control sign-off.
Junior Shoes Designer
Lab-Style S.A.S.
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Collaborated with pattern makers and artisans in developing prototype footwear, deepening expertise in leather materials and production processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NABA – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
Bachelor's Degree, Fashion Design
2016 - 2020
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design from NABA – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, Milano, from 2016 to 2020.
Liceo Scientifico G. Stampacchia
High School Diploma, Scientific Studies
High School Diploma in Scientific Studies from Liceo Scientifico G. Stampacchia, Tricase, completed in 2016.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ItalyAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Skills
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