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Joanne Magistrado-Harris

London

Summary

With over a decade of experience in both the luxury and high street sectors, I offer a strong blend of creativity, commercial awareness and technical expertise. Passionate about product innovation with a sharp eye for detail, I bring strong skills in CAD, tech pack creation, prototyping and global sourcing. Proven ability to lead teams, streamline production processes & deliver collections that meet high aesthetic and commercial standards. I possess comprehensive knowledge of the production processes, ensuring efficient task prioritisation to achieve optimal results.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Footwear Designer

Reiss
, London
08.2020 - Current
  • Spearheaded the design and development of the ladies footwear range from initial concept to realisation; covering casual, formal and occasion wear
  • Ensured alignment with Reiss's DNA through close collaboration with the business' directors
  • Partnered with the product developers to ensure styles meet high target margins but still retain a premium aesthetic
  • Led the design of innovative, fresh new constructions/ heels/ lasts/ hardware that elevate the brand
  • Created over 100 designs each season, through sketch and CAD
  • Attended international trade shows gaining valuable insights into global footwear and material trends.
  • Translated fashion forecasts into commercially viable designs for mass production.
  • Contributed to business growth with stylish, commercial footwear designs.

Senior Footwear Designer

Global Brands Group
, London
05.2018 - 07.2025
  • Led the end-to-end process of design and development of the Reiss ladies' footwear license, distributed through external partners
  • Collaborated closely with the Reiss womenswear director to ensure designs reflected a strong Reiss DNA
  • Designed and presented seasonal trend boards to senior brand management


Senior Ladies Footwear Designer

Sophia Webster
London
12.2015 - 10.2017
  • Managed a team of 4, consisting of 2 design assistants & 2-3 design interns
  • Delivered approximately 120 options per season from initial concept to production and overseeing the CAD & hand rendered process
  • Assisted Sophia Webster with the runway range and overseeing the realisation of the product
  • Oversaw junior designers with complex projects, enhancing their skills and knowledge base whilst ensuring the critical path was adhered to
  • Introduced the creation of 3D maquettes to improve design clarity and speed up sign-off processes
  • Coordinated frequent factory visits to Brazil, overseeing sampling and production
  • oversaw backstage warded changes during LFW, ensuring smooth execution of runway looks


Ladies Footwear Designer

Burberry
London
07.2013 - 12.2015
  • Responsible for designing and presenting the mainline range Burberry Brit and co-designing the runway range Burberry Prorsum
  • Responsible for designing lasts/ heels/ hardware
  • Led the colour-up process with the CAD department
  • Travelled to Italy to oversee prototypes
  • Supported runway show preparations backstage during London Fashion Week

Assistant Designer, Ladies footwear

Burberry
London
01.2011 - 06.2013

Ladies Footwear Designer

Kurt Geiger
London
02.2009 - 09.2010

Footwear & Accessories, Design Intern

Viktor & Rolf
, Amsterdam
09.2008 - 11.2008
  • Unpaid internship working on the mainline & runway collections

Education

BA Hons - Footwear Design

De Montfort University
Leicester
2005 - 2007

Timeline

Senior Footwear Designer

Reiss
08.2020 - Current

Senior Footwear Designer

Global Brands Group
05.2018 - 07.2025

Senior Ladies Footwear Designer

Sophia Webster
12.2015 - 10.2017

Ladies Footwear Designer

Burberry
07.2013 - 12.2015

Assistant Designer, Ladies footwear

Burberry
01.2011 - 06.2013

Ladies Footwear Designer

Kurt Geiger
02.2009 - 09.2010

Footwear & Accessories, Design Intern

Viktor & Rolf
09.2008 - 11.2008

BA Hons - Footwear Design

De Montfort University
2005 - 2007

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