Graphic Designer and Product Developer with extensive experience translating creative concepts into precise, production-ready vector artwork for physical products. Known for a process-driven approach, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work within client guidelines while delivering clean, accurate designs ready for manufacturing and customization. Highly skilled in logo design, branding, typography, and Adobe Creative Suite, with advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for vector graphics, layout systems, and production-ready files. Experienced in adapting and refining client-provided artwork, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality across deliverables. Brings a strong attention to detail, clear communication style, and a collaborative mindset, with a passion for building thoughtful, functional designs that translate seamlessly from screen to finished product.

Darren Vecino

Graphic Designer and Product Developer with extensive experience translating creative concepts into precise, production-ready vector artwork for physical products. Known for a process-driven approach, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work within client guidelines while delivering clean, accurate designs ready for manufacturing and customization. Highly skilled in logo design, branding, typography, and Adobe Creative Suite, with advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for vector graphics, layout systems, and production-ready files. Experienced in adapting and refining client-provided artwork, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality across deliverables. Brings a strong attention to detail, clear communication style, and a collaborative mindset, with a passion for building thoughtful, functional designs that translate seamlessly from screen to finished product.

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Graphic Designer and Product Developer with extensive experience translating creative concepts into precise, production-ready vector artwork for physical products. Known for a process-driven approach, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work within client guidelines while delivering clean, accurate designs ready for manufacturing and customization.
Highly skilled in logo design, branding, typography, and Adobe Creative Suite, with advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for vector graphics, layout systems, and production-ready files. Experienced in adapting and refining client-provided artwork, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality across deliverables. Brings a strong attention to detail, clear communication style, and a collaborative mindset, with a passion for building thoughtful, functional designs that translate seamlessly from screen to finished product.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Product Graphic Designer at DRMERS CLUB
November 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and launched seasonal graphics, coordinating closely with production to ensure technical accuracy in print execution. Supported sampling rounds and factory communication for placement, color validation, and print quality. Created bold, layered, and textured graphics for apparel elevating DRMERS streetwear appeal. Reviewed samples for construction, measurement accuracy, and print placement prior to bulk approval. Coordinated directly with overseas vendors on sampling, revisions, and production approvals. Delivered factory-ready files, ensured color/print specs aligned with product vision.
Lead Designer at Inaka Power
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Led apparel and graphic design across mainline collections, working closely with production to drive visual identity and brand innovation. Designed and developed high-performing apparel graphics that contributed to sellout collections season over season. Partnered with production to troubleshoot construction and quality issues pre-bulk. Managed the complete product lifecycle—from moodboards and sketches to fabric selection, tech packs, and final handoff to production. Built full BOMs and managed fabric, trim, and packaging specifications.
Apparel Designer at Authmade Stadium
August 1, 2024 - Present
Partner with product development to launch NBA-licensed capsule collections, ensuring technical specs, colorways, and embellishment methods meet brand and vendor standards. Prepare tech packs, CADs, and detailed artwork callouts for sampling and pre-production. Review strike-offs and samples for print accuracy, placement, and finish quality. Maintain organized tracking of sample submissions for internal reviews and GTM timelines.
Freelance / Contract Graphic Designer at Self-Employed / Freelance
June 1, 2024 - Present
Designed apparel graphics and branding for independent streetwear, media, and e-commerce brands. Delivered exclusive tee graphics and fleece designs for diverse audiences. Co-developed NBA-licensed graphics; designed original logo for a high-follow page; delivered tech packs, factory-ready graphics, and branding direction for independent labels.
Graphic Designer at Freelance / Contract
June 1, 2024 - Present
Designed apparel graphics and branding for independent streetwear, media, and e-commerce brands. Delivered exclusive tee graphics and fleece designs tailored for their Phoenix audience. Collaborated on licensing projects and produced factory-ready graphics and branding direction for independent labels.
Freelance / Contract Graphic Designer at Remote
June 1, 2024 - Present
Designed apparel graphics and branding for independent streetwear, media, and e-commerce brands. Common Hype: Delivered exclusive tee graphics and fleece designs tailored for their Phoenix audience. Authmade x NBA: Co-developed graphics with licensed team, and designed original logo for a page with over 1M followers. Delivered tech packs, factory-ready graphics, and branding direction for independent labels.

Education

at Visual College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
at Visual College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
at Visual College of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other