CaseyGates
Bio
Casey Gates is a seasoned Creative Design Director with extensive experience in women’s apparel design, specializing in print, pattern, color, and materials. With a keen eye for trends and a customer-first approach, she leads the creative process from concept to final product, ensuring alignment with brand identity and market demands. Most recently, she served as a Senior Raw Material Designer at Victoria’s Secret & Co., following leadership roles at Ziel Inc. PBC, where she spearheaded design and product development in sustainable, on-demand manufacturing. Passionate about mentorship, collaboration, and innovation, Casey excels at driving sales through trend-forward, consumer-focused design solutions that inspire and resonate.
Work experience
- Raw Material Manager | Victoria's Secret (2023 - 2024)
- Senior Raw Material Designer | Victoria's Secret (2021 - 2023)
- Director of Design & Product Development | Ziel Inc. PBC (2018 - 2021)
- Senior Designer & Product Development Manager | Ziel Inc. PBC (2018)
- Designer | Victoria's Secret Pink (2008 - 2017)
Education
- Fashion Institute of Technology | Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fabric Styling
- University of North Texas | Fashion Design & Merchandising
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