Kristin Villatuya
About Kristin Villatuya
Kristin Villatuya is a Senior Print and Graphic Designer specializing in youth apparel, currently employed at The North Face. She has over a decade of experience in the fashion industry, having previously worked at Gymboree and Gap Inc.
Current Role at The North Face
Kristin Villatuya serves as a Senior Print and Graphic Designer for Youth Apparel at The North Face. She has been in this position since 2017, contributing to the design and development of youth apparel graphics. Her role involves creating visually appealing designs that align with the brand's identity and target audience.
Previous Experience at Gymboree
Kristin Villatuya worked at Gymboree in various capacities from 2006 to 2014. She started as a Visual Specialist at Gap Inc. in 2005 for seven months before transitioning to Gymboree. Over six years, she held positions including Assistant Production Artist, Associate Textile and Graphic Designer, and Assistant Textile and Graphic Designer. Her experiences at Gymboree focused on textile and graphic design, contributing to the brand's children's apparel.
Education and Expertise
Kristin Villatuya studied at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), where she earned an Associate of Arts degree. She completed her studies over two years, from 2002 to 2004, and again from 2004 to 2006. Her education provided her with foundational knowledge in fashion design and merchandising, which she applies in her professional roles.
Career Timeline
Kristin Villatuya has a diverse career in the apparel industry, spanning multiple roles and companies. She began her career at Gap Inc. in 2005, followed by various positions at Gymboree from 2006 to 2014. After a brief stint at The North Face in 2018-2019, she returned to the company and has been working there since 2015. Additionally, she has been employed at Rothy's as a Technical Designer since 2019.