Erica Coggio
edcoggio@gmail.com / www.linkedin.com/in/ericadcoggio/
Personal Profile
Seasoned Product Developer, Technical Designer, and Designer.
Skilled in innovative design, and problem-solving through thoughtful and inclusive practices.
Can easily recognize seasonal trends and colors as they relate to the consumer. Excellent interpersonal skills that build collaborative working environments. Deadline-driven and experienced in all aspects of apparel product creation.
Endless idea creator focused on the improvement of process, product, construction, materials, and manufacturing to achieve high margins and customer satisfaction. My skills in product management processes, ability to adapt to fluid working environments, and quick onboarding skills make me an ideal candidate for any prospective employer.
Education
2010 - 2013 | THE UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT
Bachelor of Arts: Major Theater/Costume Design, Minor: Fine Arts
2004 - 2006 | FIDM - THE FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN & MERCHANDISING
Associate Degree: Product Development and Design
Work Experience
NIKE / CATALYST AP, OR 2022 - PRESENT
OPERATIONS MANAGER, APPAREL PRODUCT CREATION
Created a new suite of tools via Smartsheet that facilitates and streamlines internal/external communication across a multi-dimensional side of the Nike business.
Excellent digital communication skills used to build a Smartsheet ecosystem of dashboards, calendars and
worksheets.
Work with Ops counterparts from other teams to ensure continuity across the company's initiatives.
Plan and oversee team calendars from the beginning of the creative process through buy-ready ensuring all key teams are represented.
Lead and identified gaps in work streams to help drive change and adoption for new tools & platforms in Smartsheet that have enabled the team to work together more effectively.
DECKER OUTDOOR Co. / UGG BRAND, CA 2020 - 2021
SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPER & SUSTAINABILITY PATHFINDER
Managed high profile external design collaborations [ Telfar x UGG Apparel ]
Implemented appropriate systems and tracking for material development, products and proto types.
Managed BOM creation and updates through entire development process.
Evaluated all samples at each stage across multiple product lines.
Managed and on-boarded new vendors.
LEVI STRAUSS, CA 2019 - 2020
GARMENT DEVELOPER
Collaborated with cross-functional partners to update company process documents.
Lead and organized all seasonal fit sessions for Junior’s Women’s denim bottoms.
Established fit block for all new season fashion styles.
HILL CITY / ATHLETA, CA. 2018 - 2020
TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Lead and organize all seasonal fit sessions for all categories (Knit or Woven)
Established fit block for all new Seamless categories.
Co-managed 3D block development library, with on boarding process for successful vendor transitions.
Built out company construction standard manual and process guidelines.
Work cross-functionally with design, production, merchandising and Fabric R+D teams, to determine each category’s fit direction and how it translates to the brands needs.
FANATICS BRANDED APPAREL, CA 2016 - 2018
DESIGNER / TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Managed the development of products within the merchandise strategies.
Design and developed fabric R+D from concept to completion.
Research, interpret then apply market trends to the brands esthetic.
Assist in development of color and concept direction.
Sketch all seasonal technical flats • Build out all technical packets through excel
RESTORATION HARDWARE, CA 2015 - 2016
ASSISTANT DESIGNER / PRODUCT DEVELOPER – RH TEEN / Baby&Child
Developed and executed merchandise concepts within brand strategies.
Managed freelance design contractors and relationships.
Lead daily development meetings to determine seasonal approvals for design integrity, print and pattern execution and trim applications.
Merchandised seasonal concept boards for executive meetings/pass offs
Identified and resolved manufacturing / costing disputes to ensure bulk execution and on time delivery.
EDDIE BAUER, WA 2014
ASSOCIATE PRODUCT DEVELOPER
Developed and maintained initial measurement charts and BOM’s from design hand off through to production.
Lead fit sessions and owned women’s knit categories through multiple seasons
Maintained all flat sketch and updates through all seasonal updates till production approval.
SWEET LADY JANE, VT 2008 - 2014
ACCESSORIES BUYER AND MERCHANDISER
Coordinator/stylist for fashion shows and special events
Accessories buyer for retail clothing store chain
Lead merchandiser, window dresser
Experienced sales associate and sales trainer
ISIS CLOTHING FOR WOMEN, VT. 2008 - 2009
ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DESIGNER
Managed garment production from prototype, fit samples and TOP submits
Coordinated garment fittings and provided analysis of seamless garment patterns
Maintained all technical production BOMs and Specs for all seamless and knit women’s categories.
GYMBOREE, CA 2006 - 2008
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
Created color cards for all design and merchandise teams for every season category
Maintained and organized Gymboree’s entire color library.
Communicated fabric and mill sheet changes to all internal and international vendors.
Skills and Training
SKILLS
2D / 3D PATTERN SYSTEM
SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL DEVELOPER
LEAD FIT TECHNICIAN
TECHNICAL FLAT SKETCHING
MICROSOFT TOOLS SUITE
SMARTSHEET SYSTEMS
ADOBE TOOLS SUITE
CERTIFICATIONS
X-RITE COLOR CERTIFIED - 2007
Certification: Color Theory/Fundamentals
2D / 3D OPTITEX TRAINING - 2019 Developing 3D Blocks and 3D Design
Programs
PHOTOSHOP
ILLUSTRATOR
INDESIGN
POWERPOINT
WORD
EXCEL
SMARTSHEET
MIRO
AIRTABLE
ASANA
CLO
OPTITEX 2D / 3D
ALL PLM PROGRAMS
Volunteer Work
A.C.T | COSTUME SHOP | MAY-SEP 2016
Assisted in pattern adjustments and fittings for privet events. Provided training for high school interns working on patterning and designs for shows.