I help brands and content creators turn vision into market-ready reality. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in building global design identities and high-performance apparel graphics. From trend-driven visuals to full collection development, I bridge the gap between creative concept and technical production. Core Expertise: Apparel Design: Print-ready graphics, streetwear, and merchandise collections. Brand Identity: Logo suites, visual systems, and brand storytelling. Illustration: Custom artwork for digital and physical products. Currently based in South Korea, I offer a unique global perspective and execute remote projects for fashion, entertainment, and e-commerce clients worldwide. Let’s build something that performs.

Ade Deen

I help brands and content creators turn vision into market-ready reality. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in building global design identities and high-performance apparel graphics. From trend-driven visuals to full collection development, I bridge the gap between creative concept and technical production. Core Expertise: Apparel Design: Print-ready graphics, streetwear, and merchandise collections. Brand Identity: Logo suites, visual systems, and brand storytelling. Illustration: Custom artwork for digital and physical products. Currently based in South Korea, I offer a unique global perspective and execute remote projects for fashion, entertainment, and e-commerce clients worldwide. Let’s build something that performs.

Available to hire

I help brands and content creators turn vision into market-ready reality. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in building global design identities and high-performance apparel graphics. From trend-driven visuals to full collection development, I bridge the gap between creative concept and technical production.

Core Expertise:

Apparel Design: Print-ready graphics, streetwear, and merchandise collections.

Brand Identity: Logo suites, visual systems, and brand storytelling.

Illustration: Custom artwork for digital and physical products.

Currently based in South Korea, I offer a unique global perspective and execute remote projects for fashion, entertainment, and e-commerce clients worldwide. Let’s build something that performs.

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Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Illestraider
January 1, 2018 - Present
Built a global design brand specializing in apparel graphics, illustrations, and merchandise design. Designed and launched over 100+ apparel graphics across Shopify, Etsy, and client platforms. Provided freelance design services for content creators and brands, including logo design, illustration, and apparel collections. Developed subscription-based “Shirt of the Month” and “Print-Ready Design Club” packages for recurring clients.
Lead Designer at Wylde, Inc. (American AF / AAF Nation)
December 31, 2023 - September 21, 2025
Designed apparel graphics, web assets, and marketing visuals for sports and lifestyle brands. Expanded print-on-demand and wholesale channels, increasing market reach and brand visibility. Delivered consistent, brand-aligned visuals across digital and physical platforms.
Production Graphic Artist at OuterStuff Ltd.
December 31, 2011 - September 21, 2025
Created production-ready graphics for major sports brands (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, USOC, 200+ colleges). Coordinated with international factories, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
Graphic Designer at Concept One Accessories
December 31, 2010 - September 21, 2025
Developed embroidery, screen print, and embellishment designs for licensed fashion products. Balanced creativity and production feasibility to meet technical manufacturing requirements.
Graphic Designer at MV Sport
December 31, 2009 - September 21, 2025
Designed licensed apparel for MLB, Elvis, Snoopy, and Universal Studios. Created embroidery and print-ready concepts aligned with brand and client standards.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Illustraider
September 1, 2010 - Present
Remote graphic design work focused on apparel graphics, illustrations, and merchandise design. Built a global design brand and delivered production-ready assets for creators and brands across web and physical channels.
Lead Graphic Designer at Wylde, Inc. (AAF Nation)
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2023
Designed apparel graphics, web assets, and marketing visuals for sports and lifestyle brands. Expanded print-on-demand and wholesale channels, increasing market reach and brand visibility. Delivered consistent visuals across digital and physical platforms.
Production Graphic Artist at Outerstuff
January 1, 2011 - September 1, 2011
Prepared licensed sports apparel graphics and ensured compliance with brand requirements and printing specifications. Coordinated with domestic and international factories for seamless collaboration.
Graphic Designer at Concept One Accessories
September 1, 2009 - September 1, 2010
Developed embroidery, screen print, and embellishment designs for licensed fashion products. Balanced creativity and production feasibility to meet manufacturing requirements.
Graphic Designer at MV Sport
September 1, 2008 - September 1, 2009
Designed licensed apparel for MLB, Elvis, Snoop Dogg, and Universal Studios. Created embroidery and print-ready concepts aligned with brand standards; built custom clip art and updated garment drawings and tech packs to support production.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Art at University of Hartford, Hartford Art School
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
BFA in Illustration, Graphic Design, and Painting at University of Hartford
September 1, 2001 - June 1, 2003

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet