Inci Bayraktar
Summary
After 14 years of gaining experience and developing leadership skills in sample making, advancement of machinery, material sourcing, planning, and both traditional and 3D production systems (cut and sew) at Levi Strauss, I am now eager to shift my focus towards fabric-specific areas in the industry and educational fields. As I prepare to pursue an MDes program at UC Berkeley, I am particularly interested in roles that involve fabric development, fabric testing, and design assistance, where I can apply and deepen my technical expertise.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Digital Construction & Styling
Levi Strauss & Company
San Francisco
04.2021 - 04.2024
- Sustainable Sample-Making Approach : Led a team of 3D specialists to seamlessly convert 2D patterns into precise 3 D garment constructions and guided the transition of lab technicians to a digital-first environment through hands-on, creative training at the Levi's Innovation Lab.
- Tool Proficiency : Utilized a robust set of tools for various stages of the garment creation process: Design & Conceptualization : CLO 3D Fabric & Texture Refinement : Shima Seiki Apex Fiz + Substance Painter 3D Modeling & Asset Creation : Blender Rendering & Visualization : Blender or CLO 3D
Sr. Development Operations Manager
Levi Strauss & Company
San Francisco
04.2013 - 04.2021
- Oversaw Technical Execution : Directed the sewing team and was responsible for the technical implementation of creative designs, specializing in unique denim treatments. Championed the adoption of advanced digital tools like Smartsheet to streamline tracking, planning, and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Innovation in Garment Construction : Pioneered the integration of cutting-edge materials, a dvanced stitching techniques , and state-of-the-art machinery to optimize the design-to-production workflow.
- Establishment of the Levi's Innovation Lab-Eureka : Led the creation of the Eureka Lab Sewing Department , focused on rapid prototyping and innovative garment development. Managed the installation of machinery and specialty equipment for denim and knit fabrics. Developed and delivered training programs for sewing technicians on construction techniques and advanced denim stitching.
Category Account Coordinator
Levi Strauss & Company
Turkiye
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Fit & Finish Development and Testing : Coordinated fit and finish development workshops and testing for key factors such as tear & tensile strength, stretch & growth, home laundry, ozone, and crocking .
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Turkiye1 University
Turkiye-Bursa06-2012
Bachelor of Science - Textile Engineering
Uludag University
Turkiye-Bursa06-2005
Skills
Cooking, hiking, camping, sailing, knitting, language learning (Spanish, German, French)
Accomplishments
Bob Haas Leadership Award-Innovation Lab Start Up-2014
Excellence Award-Innovation Lab Start Up-2014
Google Jacquard Project by Levi's incorporating wearable technology into garments.
High-Profile Collaborations with Celebrities & Influencers: Levi's x Off-White-Virgil Abloh, Chiara Ferragni x Levi's, Snoop Dogg Customization Line, Justin Timberlake x Levi's Trucker Line.
Timeline
Head of Digital Construction & Styling
Levi Strauss & Company
04.2021 - 04.2024
Sr. Development Operations Manager
Levi Strauss & Company
04.2013 - 04.2021
Category Account Coordinator
Levi Strauss & Company
04.2010 - 03.2013
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Turkiye1 University
Bachelor of Science - Textile Engineering
Uludag University