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I specialize in finding unique and creative approaches to common products in the market.
I have worked as an in-house product designer and illustrator for several product categories in home and garden decor,
giftware, stationery, tabletop, home and office furnishings, toys, logos, illustrations, themed bathroom and bedroom decor and furniture for children, pet items, etc. and
I continue working as a contract designer for similar and diverse companies in the US and Oriental manufacturers,
creating wall art, home and garden decor, and seasonal items, to be sold in Hobby Lobby, Michael’s and similar stores.
My online portfolio page at Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup/gabrielparker shows a general overview of designs in different areas shown mostly in hand sketches, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Solidworks CAD program. Should additional design samples be requested I will be glad to submit them.
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Language
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Work Experience
Product & Graphic Design Consultant at ParkerDesign
May 1, 2014 - November 24, 2025Self-employed; drafting patent drawings, designing labels, logos, packaging, business materials, ads, brochures, apparel and related items; developed concepts for home/garden decor, wall art, seasonal items, and ergonomic applications for defense systems; collaborated with Bradford Jewelry Exchange, Orient manufacturers, and Spencer's International Group.
Graphic Designer & UV Printer Operator at Paneltronics Inc.
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020In charge of all graphics and printing on electronic panels; operated a large-format UV printer, created/manipulated logos for flat and high-relief printing; trained others; troubleshooted printer issues and coordinated with engineering and technical support.
Industrial Designer at Marbles, LLC
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014Designed office/organization products; completed patent drawings; developed internal concepts and assisted clients with ergonomic designs for various products including brief cases, coolers, and door handles; produced mock-ups and digital illustrations.
Product & Graphic Designer at Idea Design Studio
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Designed and developed products for inventors; provided customer service and guidance through the patent process and 3-D stages for presentations to markets or investors.
Graphic & Product Designer at ParkerDesign-Miami
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2013Developed logos and promotional concepts; created items across multiple categories; led design initiatives for US and Latin American markets; contributed to home decor,用品, packaging, and apparel graphics.
Product & Graphic Designer at ABC Distributing Inc./ LTD Commodities LLC
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2008In-house designer for multiple product categories; increased company sales through new ideas; guided catalog graphics, layout, and mock-ups for mail-order catalogs; collaborated with Orient manufacturers for prototype refinement and market-ready items.
Advertising Director & Sales Manager at Surtirlat Corporation
September 1, 1993 - September 1, 1993Created company branding and marketing collateral; led and trained a sales team; managed office operations for a start-up import business.
ESOL Teacher and Freelance Designer/Illustrator at Mexico City & Guadalajara, Mexico
July 1, 1991 - July 1, 1991Self-supported missionary teaching English; created logos, invitations, illustrations, posters and product concepts for clients and non-profits.
Interior/Exterior Architectural Designer at Best Western International Inc.
December 1, 1988 - December 1, 1988Design consultant and hotel architectural plan reviewer; contributed to establishing the design department; enhanced exterior aesthetics and interior room layouts; prepared FFE, wall coverings, colors, and fabric specifications.
Graphic Designer & UV Printer Operator at Paneltronics Inc.
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2020In charge of all graphics and printing on electronic panels for marine, agricultural, military and service vehicle applications. Main operator of a $100,000 large format UV printer; created and manipulated logos in Adobe Illustrator for flat and high-relief / textured printing for client presentations and existing customers. Mastered the front and back end design and printing programs for UV printer and trained co-workers. Troubleshooted printer issues and coordinated with engineering and technical support.
Product & Graphic Designer at Idea Design Studio
March 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014Designed and developed products for inventors, providing customer service and daily communication, serving as design consultant plus guidance through the patent process and 3-D stages for market or investor presentations.
Graphic & Product Designer at ParkerDesign-Miami
October 1, 1994 - March 1, 2013Developed logos and promotional illustrations, product design and illustrations for apparel and T-shirts. Created and proposed a new compression garment concept for Jackson Memorial Hospital in collaboration with their medical engineering department; obtained a provisional patent for an ergonomic drink ware concept; pursued exclusive marketing and licensing for self-conceived product ideas across cookware, serveware, hair care, furniture, home electric appliances, drinkware and toys.
Product & Graphic Designer at ABC Distributing Inc./ LTD Commodities LLC
August 1, 1997 - October 1, 2008Increased company sales by creating and designing a high quantity and quality of unique ideas as a versatile in-house consultant for buyers across multiple product categories. Provided guidance to the catalog department with graphics, format and presentation of mail-order catalogs; developed new products, themes, colors, artwork, specifications, mock-ups and touch-ups for various product categories. Communicated with Orient manufacturers for accurate design intent and prototype refinement, resulting in many self-conceived items featured and sold in home furnishings, housewares, home decor, tabletop, garden decor, packaging graphics, wooden toys, giftware, luggage, apparel/textile graphics, stationery and pet products.
Advertising Director & Sales Manager at Surtirlat Corporation
August 1, 1991 - September 1, 1993Created company logo, distinctive point-of-purchase displays, slogans, advertising billboards and posters. Led, trained and inspired an inexperienced sales team, distributing several US products, performing general office management and employee supervision for a start-up import business.
ESOL Teacher and Freelance Designer/Illustrator at Self-employed (Mexico City & Guadalajara, Mexico)
February 1, 1989 - July 1, 1991Self-supported Christian missionary while teaching English for students of other languages for various institutes, creating logos, invitations, illustrations, posters and product concepts for different clients and non-profits.
Interior/Exterior Architectural Designer at Best Western International Inc.
August 1, 1984 - December 1, 1988Acted as design consultant and hotel architectural plan reviewer for applicant and member properties for the world’s largest hotel chain. Helped establish the first design department for the headquarters of Best Western Hotels. Executed exterior architectural designs improving the appearance of dated hotels. Created interior floor plan designs to enhance privacy and space in guest rooms and public areas, including submission of FF&E specifications.
Education
B.S. Industrial Design at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2008Bachelor of Science in Design at Arizona State University
August 1, 1980 - May 1, 1984Bachelor of Science in Design at Arizona State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1984B.S. Industrial Design at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
September 1, 2008 - November 24, 2025Bachelor of Science in Design at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1984B.S. Industrial Design at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, FL
September 1, 2008 - December 15, 2025Qualifications
Magna Cum Laude graduate distinction
October 2, 2006 - September 15, 2008Earned scholarship among entering students.
Finalist drinkware project chosen in an International Competition
November 23, 2009Design selected from among entries in 30 different countries.
Rubbermaid student design competition - Third Place
January 11, 2030 - September 22, 2025Outstanding Teacher Award, Spring 2003 (Hope Worldwide volunteer organization)
August 29, 2003 - August 29, 2003Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Other, Manufacturing, Government, Retail, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Wholesale & Distribution, Transportation & Logistics, Education, Travel & Hospitality
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