top of page

DON'T HIRE THIS MAN

DON'T JUST HIRE  THIS MAN

HIRE MORE

hire one - get three

Hey there, I'm Claudio Nold, an eco-conscious apparel designer and brand ambassador thriving at the crossroads of sustainable creation and fostering connections for change.Join me as I navigate the continuous battle of my three personas, striving to achieve our best while maintaining a balanced surf-work-life dynamic. Hire one, get them all!*

*A friendly tip: avoid hiring just the man in boardshorts unless you're prepared to schedule your working hours according to tide movements and powder days.

Me, myslef and I aka create, connect, change.
the creator

eco-Conscious and purpose driven

for a better tomorrow

"Armed with an honored BSc in Fashion & Technology, following a puropose driven he stands as a synonym for future and change.

Leverageing his deep market knowledge and experience in eco-conscious design, production and distribution he is all in for a better future.

His quiet and sometimes snobbish demeanor should not be mistaken for arrogance.

KEY SKILLS

Targetmarket analysis

Trend & color research

Creative disruptor

Why, How, What, golden circle

Fast learner

Connoiseur (they say)

IT

Adobe Creative suite

Wix Editor & Studio

the connector

Kook, modern-day gipsy,  connector

for a better tomorrow

"Passion-fueled and adventure-driven, he is the modern-day gypsy and not quiet at all. Fluent in English, French & german.

He finds flow in and oneverything from single fin longboards to piloting vintage off-road vehicles.

Trying to make the world a better place through connection love and passion with creativity, yoga and surfing dirt, water and snow."

KEY SKILLS

Team player

Open & communicative

Charismatic networker

Sales Ambassador  B2B & B2C

Multicultural experience

Outdoor equipment expertise

IT

MS Office

Shopware & Navision

the changemaker

Passionate outdoorist and creative mastermind.

"With his 15 years of experience in conceptizing, creating, and selling sustainable outdoor and lifestyle gear, Claudio is driven to create products that cause the least possible impact on the environment. Drawing his inspiration from the outdoors, culture, arts and craft, and of course, the expertise of his two best companions, he's an asset to every brand and agency.

KEY SKILLS

Apparel design & development

Brand development

Expertise in sustainable deveploment

Supportive leadership

Team-Leadership

Shop Management

IT

Adobe Creative suite

AX Navision

career highlights
work experience

what's next?
open to work - any location!
apparel designer & brand ambassador


04.2023 - 10.11.2023
Surf & travel basque country
Kook, Cook & the quest for enlightment 

 

07.2015 - 01.2023
iXS Sports-Division Sursee
Fashion Designer & Product Manager MTB Textiles


01.2011-06.2011
GOrilla. urban cycling
Consultant Fixed gear & Supply chain
 

02.2010 - 12.2014
FREITAG lab. ag, Zürich
Team Leader & Sales Assistant

03.2008 - 01.2010
Digitec Galaxus AG, Zürich
Shop Assistant & Photo/Video Specialist

education

07.2011-07.2014

BSc (Hons) Fashion Design & Technology - Design

Swiss Textile College Zürich/University West London

 

08.2005 - 08.2007

Diploma STF in Fashion Assistant

Swiss Textile College Zürich

demand connection

"Let's share a matcha latte or a cold beer and connect. I can't wait to hear about your passions, your journey, and your plans to make a positive impact on our planet – and how I could be a part of it. Hope to hear from you soon!"

demand change

"Let's catch up over an iced coffee and delve into the world of multiple personalities, inspiring creators, and explore what we can bring to each other in the near future. I'm genuinely excited to meet you soon!"

demand creation

"Let's enjoy some ramen and a highball. I'm excited to hear your thoughts on disruptive design, greenwashing, and the future of the apparel industry. Let's discuss how we can work together to fix things for a better tomorrow."

demand more
where ever you are
relocation? yes please

Centrally located between the lakeshore and Uetliberg MTB trails in Zurich, Switzerland, our van is parked and ready to move wherever you need us. As long as there is a lake, a river, a sea or an ocean, we‘re ready and willing to relocate anywhere in the German, English, or French
language realms for the right reasons.

even your wall looks better with us

Still thinking?
Don‘t worry, we‘re really good at what we‘redoing, if not the best.
Claim your A4 or A3 limited  art print set  to make your wall remind you of the epic trip you‘re just having.
Just mention in the message below, and we‘ll bring it along for the for first interview.

contact & download

Claudio Nold
Sihlberg 30
8002 Zürich


+41 79 57 52 76
mail@cldnld.com

File downloads EN & DE

* french, comming soon

** german only

THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND GOOD VIBES
I HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN SOON

Don‘t worry, I am fully aware of myself and mentally sound.
Well, maybe not 100%, but in a good way.
Why don‘t you take a look at my portfolio/website in the meantime? Just click the link below.
bottom of page