Hello, name's Andrew!
Versatile Graphic Designer and Full Stack Web Developer with over a decade of experience in executing large-scale graphic design projects for renowned brands. Proven ability to drive innovation, showcased through the development and delivery of numerous projects across diverse platforms. Adept at collaborating with senior executives and teams to achieve excellence.
EXPERIENCE
January 2020 to CURRENT
CONTRACT DESIGNER
REMOTE
Jan 2021 to Aug 2021
SENIOR APPAREL DESIGNER
BE Outfitter - San Diego, CA
May 2015 to April 2020
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
prAna - Carlsbad, CA
Keith Rodri Co. |
• Designed custom WordPress headless CMS sites using PHP, JavaScript, SCSS, GSAP, JQuery, HTML, Webpack Plugins, and Three.js, and Node.
• Demonstrated CSS expertise, ensuring responsive design and functionality across various devices in a collaborative environment.
Nordstrom |
• Managed challenging delivery artworks across a full product line with manufacturing orders of over 1000+ units, while still adhering to brand standards and margins.
• Ensured files had all necessary information to be ready for large scale production.
• Consistent communication with creative leads to accomplish the most impactful artwork possible.
O'Neill |
• Orchestrated the creation, manipulation, and coloring of 10 "Hero" patterns used across 50% of the delivery’s SKUs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating designs suited for diverse printing platforms.
• Communicated effectively with the head designer and ensured readiness of graphics for final production.
Sports Casual International |
• Collaborated with CEO, CFO, & Creative Director, ensuring designs were feasible for construction.
• Spearheaded bag designs tailored to specific activity groups, resulting in innovative product lines.
• Used experience in margin, material, and construction to create on budget design without sacrificing quality.
Wilson Sporting Goods Inc. |
• Managed the redesign, recoloring, and preparation of 30+ SKUs across 5+ color ways for final production.
• Demonstrated expertise in CSS, facilitating the creation of responsive designs for diverse platforms.
• Ensured rigorous documentation for all products, showcasing organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Oversee all projects in Apparel and Accessories Design
• Concept to Construction of Accessories and Apparel. • Correspondence with CEO and Manufacturers for product completion
• Approval of said products
• Work side by side with Product Development, Marketing, and Merchandising to create relevant product for the consumer
• Make vital decisions on companies vision for aesthetic of product
• Create tech packs and documentation for products
• On time completion of deadlines met for delivery dates
• Oversee many different projects in Mens and Women's Apparel
• Monitor all graphics created and color ways there of
• Collaborate with Product Creation Team (PCT) to create sustainable products
• Create repeats and distinguish guidelines for execution of prints
• Work side by side with Product Development, Marketing, and Merchandising to create relevant product for the consumer.
• Make vital decisions on companies vision for graphic apparel and accessories
• Assist Mens Apparel Design in Line Plans for upcoming seasonal deliveries
• Make designs for handlooms and garment constructions when needed