A fashion designer with proven experience and ability to interpret client requirements and create designs that pinpoint their target market, who has worked for a variety of fashion companies in all areas from product conception through to manufacture. Extensive training and experience of footwear design and production, with an in-depth knowledge of production and quality control procedures as well as suppliers and manufacturers to the footwear industry in Spain and Asia.
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Women’S Footwear Head DesignerMangoBarcelona, Ct, Es -
Women’S Footwear Head DesignerMango Sep 2015 - Present -
Women’S Footwear Head DesignerParfois Jun 2014 - Aug 2015Oporto Y Alrededores, Portugal -
Women’S Footwear Senior DesignerBimba Y Lola Feb 2010 - Jan 2014Vigo Y Alrededores, EspañaDesigned complete collections of women’s footwear.- Researched trends, attended fairs such as Lineapelle (Bologna) and make international shopping trips.- Seeking materials and colour range for the collection.- Designed and developed components such as lasts, heels and soles.- Selected and purchased materials and trimmings from both national and international suppliers.- Managed the production of samples, as well as the fitting trials.- Experience working with Asian… Show more Designed complete collections of women’s footwear.- Researched trends, attended fairs such as Lineapelle (Bologna) and make international shopping trips.- Seeking materials and colour range for the collection.- Designed and developed components such as lasts, heels and soles.- Selected and purchased materials and trimmings from both national and international suppliers.- Managed the production of samples, as well as the fitting trials.- Experience working with Asian suppliers, visits to their local factories and markets to develop the collection.- Extensive experience working with members of production team to communicate requirements and improve quality of finished product- Worked in conjunction with the sales team to maximise sales. Show less -
Internship Trainee: Footwear DeveloperBlueprint Sep 2007 - Dec 2007Alicante, España- Responsible for development of 2008 Autumn-Winter samples collection.- Sourced fabrics, materials and suppliers in addition to coordinating the production of sample garments for retailers such as Jigsaw, Oasis, Mascob, Alma Aguilar and Antonio Pernas.
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Women’S Footwear DesignerEstudio Vera Rebato S.L. Apr 2007 - Aug 2007Alicante, España- Hired to design and develop 2008 Spring-Summer footwear collection for Chinese manufacturer Suani Shoes from concept through development to finished product.- Sourced and chose fabrics, materials and colour range for entire collection from a variety of local suppliers.- Designed my own components such as lasts and heels, working with last manufacturers to develop my ideas and ensure a wider range of options/possibilities for the collection.- Collaborated with other Estudio Vera… Show more - Hired to design and develop 2008 Spring-Summer footwear collection for Chinese manufacturer Suani Shoes from concept through development to finished product.- Sourced and chose fabrics, materials and colour range for entire collection from a variety of local suppliers.- Designed my own components such as lasts and heels, working with last manufacturers to develop my ideas and ensure a wider range of options/possibilities for the collection.- Collaborated with other Estudio Vera Rebato teams on the design and material selection of ranges for labels such as Pedro Miralles and Buygo. Show less
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Footwear DeveloperDurapel S.L. Oct 2006 - Mar 2007Alicante, España- Responsible for developing footwear ranges based on sketches provided by clients such as Pied a Terre, Kurt Geiger, Dune, Tous Les Jours and Rene Durá, among others.- Managed the development of samples, seeking materials and new components.- Coordinated the production of samples.- Worked in conjunction with suppliers and pattern makers to ensure quality of finished products.- Sourced and briefed production teams who created range.- Oversaw quality control testing of… Show more - Responsible for developing footwear ranges based on sketches provided by clients such as Pied a Terre, Kurt Geiger, Dune, Tous Les Jours and Rene Durá, among others.- Managed the development of samples, seeking materials and new components.- Coordinated the production of samples.- Worked in conjunction with suppliers and pattern makers to ensure quality of finished products.- Sourced and briefed production teams who created range.- Oversaw quality control testing of finished products Show less
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Women'S Fashion DesignerCaramelo S.A.U. Mar 2004 - Sep 2006A Coruña Y Alrededores, España- Designed complete collections of women’s clothing, including knitwear, casual and formal wear as part of a team.- Researched trends and attended fairs such as Moda In (Milan) and Premiere Vision (Paris).- Selected and purchased fabrics and trimmings from both national and international suppliers.- Managed the production of samples.- Extensive experience working with members of production team to communicate requirements and improve quality of finished product.- Worked in… Show more - Designed complete collections of women’s clothing, including knitwear, casual and formal wear as part of a team.- Researched trends and attended fairs such as Moda In (Milan) and Premiere Vision (Paris).- Selected and purchased fabrics and trimmings from both national and international suppliers.- Managed the production of samples.- Extensive experience working with members of production team to communicate requirements and improve quality of finished product.- Worked in conjunction with the sales team to maximise sales and ensure client satisfaction.- Attended and collaborated in sales meetings with larger retailers. Show less
Maite Santos Education Details
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Master In International Business And Commerce -
Cool Hunters London -
Inescop (Spanish Technological Institute Of Footwear) Elche (Alicante), SpainMaster In Professional Specialisation In Footwear Design, Technology And Management -
Goymar School Of DesignFashion Design
Frequently Asked Questions about Maite Santos
What company does Maite Santos work for?
Maite Santos works for Mango
What is Maite Santos's role at the current company?
Maite Santos's current role is Women’s Footwear Head Designer.
What schools did Maite Santos attend?
Maite Santos attended Iffe Business School, Saint Martin's University, Inescop (Spanish Technological Institute Of Footwear) Elche (Alicante), Spain, Goymar School Of Design.
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