I provide freelance creative services to both emerging and established brands, specialising in the design and development of outdoor, activewear and lifestyle garments and accessories. With 10 years of industry experience, I can assist with all aspects of the creative process from initial concept through to bulk production.…

Ro Banham

I provide freelance creative services to both emerging and established brands, specialising in the design and development of outdoor, activewear and lifestyle garments and accessories. With 10 years of industry experience, I can assist with all aspects of the creative process from initial concept through to bulk production.…

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I provide freelance creative services to both emerging and established brands, specialising in the design and development of outdoor, activewear and lifestyle garments and accessories. With 10 years of industry experience, I can assist with all aspects of the creative process from initial concept through to bulk production.

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Work Experience

Product Designer/Developer at Ro Banham Design
November 1, 2020 - Present
. Apparel and accessories design and development across both active and casual wear . Brand strategy and creative direction . Range planning . Factory sourcing and communication . Team management
Product Designer/Developer at Altura
August 1, 2020 - October 15, 2025
. Apparel development of the entire range including jackets, jerseys and legwear . Design and development of the entire accessories range including gloves and overshoes . Responsible for fabric, lab dip and strike off approval
Product Development Assistant at Berghaus
February 1, 2018 - October 15, 2025
Responsible for developing woven and jersey styles for mainline and SMU, collaborating with designers to create tech packs. Assisting with PLM training having initially led a project to transition all product information onto a new system. Managing the lab dipping and fabric ordering process alongside the Asia team
Associate Product/Graphic Designer at Thirsti
February 1, 2017 - October 15, 2025
Responsible for producing 3D CAD models for prototyping and manufacture. Provided visual material for marketing purposes. Assisted with packaging design and layout
Product Design Intern at Scavenger
July 1, 2016 - October 15, 2025
Led a project to design a backpack using recycled climbing equipment in a sustainable manner. Gained hands on knowledge of pattern cutting. Assisted with the manufacture of product
Product Development Intern at Millican
May 1, 2014 - October 15, 2025
Led a project to extended the existing accessories range using surplus material with an aim to minimise waste. Worked with sample technologist to develop prototypes and investigate repairs. Gained a working understanding of soft goods construction and manufacture

Education

MDES Product Design at Sheffield Hallam University
September 1, 2011 - June 1, 2015
A Level: Product Design at William Farr C of E Comprehensive
September 1, 2009 - July 1, 2011
GCSE Graphic Design at Queen Elizabeth’s High School
September 1, 2007 - July 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
    uniE621 Reel Life Printworks Graphic T-Shirts
    Print design to be used on graphic t-shirts for a UK based casual wear brand offering sustainably manufactured, movie themed merchandise. All graphics are printed using water based inks on certified organic cotton garments which are manufactured in a factory powered by renewable energy.​ fashion apparel graphicdesign illustration…
    uniE621 BBCo/One More Hill Canvas Caps
    As part of a more sustainable approach for the brand, the existing canvas caps were updated to use British materials and moved to a UK based factory. This required new tech packs to be created ready for the transition to the new manufacturer. fashion accessories development techpack…
    uniE621 BBCo/One More Hill Running Caps
    The Flow running cap was a new product for SS21. Made using Repreve fabric, offering UPF 40 protection and reflective trims, this breathable, packable cap is a great performance driven piece of headwear. fashion accessories design development techpack…
    uniE621 BBCo/One More Hill Pencil Cap
    The Alpha pencil cap was an updated design of the One More Hill staple, holster series. Introduced for SS22, this updated design walks the line between workwear and streetwear. fashion accessories design development techpack…
    uniE621 Saint Luke Linen Shirts
    Design and development of a new style for a Barbados based lifestyle brand. ​New for SS24 is the Bequia shirt, the second piece in a growing linen range from Saint Luke. Made with premium linen fabric and offering a loose, relaxed fit for unbeatable comfort and breathability, the Bequia shirt pairs nicely with their existing linen shorts. fashion apparel design development techpack…
    uniE621 Saint Luke Kid's T-Shirts
    The Saint Luke Kid's T-Shirt was a new product for SS25. Offering an oversized fit and made from a cotton/poly blend, this piece is designed to be soft and loose for extra comfort. fashion apparel development techpack…
    uniE621 Saint Luke Cotton Shirts
    Also new for SS25 was the Saint Luke Cotton Shirt. A short sleeved summer essential, made from ultra soft, lightweight, breathable cotton and offering a relaxed fit. The Cotton Shirt features an array of bold, eye-catching prints and pairs nicely with Saint Luke's linen shorts or trunks. fashion apparel design development techpack…
    uniE621 Wearfer Unisex T-Shirt
    Made in Glasgow with 100% GOTS cotton, the 'You Caught My Eye' t-shirt offers an updated, more relaxed fit, new to the Wearfer unisex range. fashion apparel development techpack…