Alex Snyder

Alex Snyder is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Fashion Technologies & Technical Design at ASU FIDM, where they lead the development of innovative, industry-aligned curriculum that bridges design vision with technical execution. A seasoned industry leader and creative innovator, Snyder brings over 20 years of professional experience across fashion design, technical development, digital integration, and production management.

Snyder began their career in New York’s Garment District, working behind the scenes to bring runway collections to life before launching their own namesake label at New York Fashion Week in 2009. That brand—known for its bold construction, conceptual storytelling, and technical precision—earned attention for pushing the boundaries of fashion as both art and wearable design. Since then, Snyder has held influential roles across global fashion houses, scaling creative concepts into commercially successful products, and leading high-performing cross-functional teams across design, technical design, and sourcing.

In addition to their academic role, Snyder currently serves as a Technical Design Manager for a leading global entertainment company, overseeing the development of women’s apparel categories and guiding teams in garment engineering, fit standardization, and digital product innovation. Their work has been instrumental in streamlining development timelines, establishing efficient reference libraries, and integrating tools such as Optitex, Style3D, and Aquario into production pipelines.

At ASU FIDM, Snyder is a key architect of the Apparel Technical Design and Apparel Product Development academic tracks, launching in 2025. These programs center on emerging technologies, sustainability, and a cross-disciplinary understanding of the product lifecycle—giving students the tools they need to lead in a rapidly evolving industry. Snyder’s teaching style combines technical mastery with mentorship, encouraging students to be analytical, curious, and forward-thinking.

Their research interests include digital transformation in apparel development, AI/AR/VR in education, fit explorations across diverse bodies, and sustainable production workflows. Snyder regularly collaborates with software companies, presents at industry events such as PI Apparel, and leads partnerships between academia and the fashion industry.

Known for their collaborative spirit, wit, and deep commitment to student success, Snyder fosters classrooms that are both rigorous and inspiring—where precision meets creativity and the future of fashion takes shape.