NICOLE ZIZI
New York City,NY
Summary
Cross-disciplinary project manager and creative strategist with a proven track record managing retail and commercial design projects from concept through execution. Adept at bridging form, function, and user experience to develop ecosystems that fuse community, innovation, and strategic design. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver solutions that align with brand identity and business goals. Technically proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, SketchUp, and Smartsheet, with a background spanning fashion, product, and interior design—all grounded in a sustainability-first mindset.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Phoenix Holdings
09.2023 - Current
- Lead construction and interior projects for residential and mixed-use properties.
- Coordinate with architects and subcontractors to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery.
- Oversee site logistics, permit planning, and procurement.
- Incorporate sustainable design and materials and alternatives to interior design.
- Contract
Design Development Consultant
NZCollaborative
07.2020 - Current
- Provided strategic consulting to fashion and product brands on sustainable sourcing and production.
- Led cross-functional project coordination and design management for client launches.
- Manage multiple creative projects from concept to execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client goals.
- Utilize project management tools and methodologies to manage team workflows, timelines, and deliverables.
- Support branding and identity development for clients across industries.
- Freelance
Founder, Creative Director
Nicole Zizi Studio
07.2018 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of sustainable fashion and product development.
- Managed end-to-end lifecycle of seasonal collections and pop-up retail activations.
- Built partnerships with mills, manufacturers, and logistics teams internationally.
CVM Designer
Tiffany and Co.
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Created strategic design work for high-profile brand.
- Adhered to strict image consistency guidelines while promoting brand recognizability.
- Proficient in pop-up creation and activation design to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Researched and presented materials alternatives to leadership.
- Freelance
Store Planning Coordinator
Louis Vuitton
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed planning and execution for retail interiors across department stores.
- Created AutoCAD drawings and space studies; coordinated vendor timelines and procurement.
- Presented sustainable materials and alternatives to design leadership.
- Freelance
CAD Designer
Coco and Breezy
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed AutoCAD drawings for eyewear production.
- Presented design and creative ideas to leadership.
- Maintained digital archives and improved design documentation accuracy.
Education
Product Design
Parsons School of Design
New YorkAssociate of Science - Interior Design
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05-2022
Bachelor of Science - International Trade And Marketing
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY12-2023
Skills
- Project management
- Effective project coordination
- Strategic project execution
- Project timeline management
- Design package development
- Liaising with retail partners
- Timeline and budget management
- Maintaining brand consistency
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Proficiency in SketchUp
- AI prompt development
- Integrating design and user experience
Certification
Parsons School of Design – Fashion Industry Essentials
Featured Press
Vogue, Huffington Post, Yahoo Finance, Essence, The Haitian Times, Paper Magazine, GQ, Go Magazine — Featured for innovation in sustainable design and design leadership.
Timeline
Project Manager
Phoenix Holdings
09.2023 - Current
CVM Designer
Tiffany and Co.
01.2023 - 03.2023
Store Planning Coordinator
Louis Vuitton
07.2022 - 01.2023
Design Development Consultant
NZCollaborative
07.2020 - Current
Founder, Creative Director
Nicole Zizi Studio
07.2018 - Current
CAD Designer
Coco and Breezy
06.2018 - 07.2019
Product Design
Parsons School of Design
Associate of Science - Interior Design
Nassau Community College
Bachelor of Science - International Trade And Marketing
Fashion Institute of Technology
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