Alexis Gardner
About Alexis Gardner
Alexis Gardner is a Women’s Footwear Designer at TOMS with a diverse background in footwear design, having previously worked at various companies and freelanced in the industry.
Current Position as Women's Footwear Designer at TOMS
Alexis Gardner has been serving as a Women’s Footwear Designer at TOMS since August 2021. In this role, Gardner focuses on designing women's footwear, leveraging her extensive experience in the field. As part of TOMS, she contributes to the brand's mission of creating stylish and comfortable shoes while supporting a socially responsible business model.
Freelance Footwear Designer Experience
From 2020 to 2021, Alexis Gardner operated as a Freelance Footwear Designer in Beaverton, Oregon. During this period, Gardner applied her skills independently, managing projects and working with various clients to develop a wide range of footwear designs. This role allowed her to gain invaluable experience and solidify her creative independence.
Footwear Designer and Project Manager at LJO Inc
Prior to her freelance work, Alexis Gardner was employed at LJO Inc. as a Footwear Designer and Project Manager from 2018 to 2019 in Fairfield, New Jersey. At LJO Inc., Gardner was responsible not only for designing footwear but also for overseeing project management, ensuring that design projects were completed effectively and on schedule.
Educational Background in Industrial and Product Design
Alexis Gardner holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Industrial and Product Design from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. This formal education provided her with the foundational skills and artistic capabilities crucial for a career in footwear design. Gardner's academic achievements laid the groundwork for her subsequent professional success in the industry.
Early Career and Internships
Alexis Gardner began her career with various roles, starting as an Intern at BBC International LLC from 2012 to 2013 in Randolph, MA. She later progressed to a Junior Footwear Designer position at Schwilliamz Creative Consultants, Inc., where she worked from 2013 to 2015 in Waltham, MA. These early experiences allowed Gardner to hone her design skills and gain practical industry knowledge.