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I’m Arina Khandamian, a highly organized, multidisciplinary Graphic & Apparel Designer with 8+ years of experience in vector artwork, print production, and apparel design. I’ve collaborated with U.S.-based apparel manufacturers whose collections are sold through Walmart, Target, and other e-commerce platforms.
I’m passionate about clean vector print and surface design, color separation, and full-cycle AI-assisted apparel development—from concept sketches to production-ready tech packs. I love blending AI innovation with visual storytelling to create designs that are commercially impactful and emotionally engaging.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Russian
Fluent
Work Experience
CAD Print Graphic Designer at Haselson International
August 1, 2025 - PresentCreate detailed vector artwork for apparel screen printing—from detailed sketches to final color separations. Prepare illustrations and tech packs that meet both creative goals and production requirements. Use AI tools (Midjourney, ChatGPT, Leonardo) to speed up design ideas, add more detail and create prints that appeal to customers using well-crafted prompts. Work closely with production teams to improve workflow, reduce revisions, and keep color and print quality consistent.
Senior Apparel Graphic Designer & Digital Illustrator at SCHAWT
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Created 15 hand drawn digital illustrations for merch print collections; 13 selected for production. Designed 32 models including hoodies, t-shirts, and sweatshirts for merch print graphics. Produced catalogs, layout templates, and Instagram visuals for B2B merchandising. Developed cardboard hangtags, labels, and stickers for packaging. Created marketing visuals and presentation materials for client proposals (using AI tools). Designed social media content and business cards for internal brand promotion (using AI tools). Managed garment development and print production, delivering 98% error-free production output.
Freelance Technical Apparel Designer at Brannbamsen Bjørnis
November 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024Collaborated with the lead designer to develop comprehensive tech packs for kids' clothing, ensuring seamless production. Developed 15+ tech packs, reducing production errors by 30% and improving communication between design and manufacturing teams. Optimized design specifications, streamlining sampling and production processes, which resulted in a 20% reduction in lead time. Created mockups and illustrations for the final products, ensuring aesthetic consistency with the brand's vision.
Freelance Graphic & Apparel Designer at Benben Apparel LLC
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024Designed baby and children’s knitwear collections for a U.S.-based apparel company whose products are sold through Walmart, Target, and other e-commerce platforms. Developed 6 capsule collections and over 50 pajama sets for children. Created 100+ detailed and efficient tech packs, reducing production errors by 15%.
Freelance Graphic Design Lead - Apparel & Print at Protex
December 1, 2019 - March 1, 2022Designed capsule clothes collections with licensed print graphics (HOT WHEELS, LOL, BATMAN, SUPERMAN, etc.). Produced over 100 screen print films; optimized for CMYK & halftone printing. Created brochure layouts, product catalogs, and printed presentation folders. Designed garment labels, size tags, and logo applications for mass production.
Senior Graphic Designer – Apparel & Print at OB Textile Group
December 1, 2013 - March 1, 2022Created textile prints and seamless patterns for clients in Russia, Kazakhstan, and Belarus. Developed capsule clothing collections and tech packs overseeing the entire production process - from sample sewing and fabric quality approval to fabric dyeing, print application, and final production. Managed the full process of print application: color separation, rotary printing. Designed packaging elements, including hangtags, labels, and stickers for packaging. Developed promotional visuals, corporate presentations, and trade show materials. Worked directly with production teams to improve design-to-production accuracy, minimizing revisions by 25%.
Education
Master’s Degree in Fashion/Apparel and Textile Design at National Institute of Fine Arts and Design (Uzbekistan)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion/Apparel and Textile Design at National Institute of Fine Arts and Design (Uzbekistan)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011Master’s Degree in Fashion/Apparel and Textile Design at National Institute of Fine Arts and Design (Uzbekistan)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion/Apparel and Textile Design at National Institute of Fine Arts and Design (Uzbekistan)
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2011Qualifications
Sewing Courses 'PFAFF SINGER' – Certificate №245 (6-month industrial sewing training)
January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026Sewing Courses 'PFAFF SINGER' – Certificate №245 (6-month industrial sewing training)
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
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