Hi, My name is Showgato and I’m a multidisciplinary designer who loves creating designs that connect with people — and perform on shelves worldwide. With over two decades of experience across packaging, apparel, textiles, and homeware, I blend creativity with technical know-how to deliver designs that are both beautiful and commercially sound. With a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and global retail trends, I translate briefs into market-ready, visually compelling designs that perform in diverse regions. Having worked with both NZ-based and offshore clients, I understand what it takes to bring ideas from concept to market efficiently and with impact. I’m confident managing complex, multi-category projects with efficiency and precision. I pride myself on diligence, consistency, and clear communication — ensuring every design not only looks great but also aligns with technical and commercial requirements. I’d love the chance to bring my creative energy and experience to your diverse product range. The “PORTFOLIO LINKS" below, will give you a glimpse of my work. I hope you find them interesting. PORTFOLIO LINKS _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Regards Showgato _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Showgato

Hi, My name is Showgato and I’m a multidisciplinary designer who loves creating designs that connect with people — and perform on shelves worldwide. With over two decades of experience across packaging, apparel, textiles, and homeware, I blend creativity with technical know-how to deliver designs that are both beautiful and commercially sound. With a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and global retail trends, I translate briefs into market-ready, visually compelling designs that perform in diverse regions. Having worked with both NZ-based and offshore clients, I understand what it takes to bring ideas from concept to market efficiently and with impact. I’m confident managing complex, multi-category projects with efficiency and precision. I pride myself on diligence, consistency, and clear communication — ensuring every design not only looks great but also aligns with technical and commercial requirements. I’d love the chance to bring my creative energy and experience to your diverse product range. The “PORTFOLIO LINKS" below, will give you a glimpse of my work. I hope you find them interesting. PORTFOLIO LINKS _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Regards Showgato _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Hi,
My name is Showgato and I’m a multidisciplinary designer who loves creating designs that connect with people — and perform on shelves worldwide. With over two decades of experience across packaging, apparel, textiles, and homeware, I blend creativity with technical know-how to deliver designs that are both beautiful and commercially sound. With a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and global retail trends, I translate briefs into market-ready, visually compelling designs that perform in diverse regions.
Having worked with both NZ-based and offshore clients, I understand what it takes to bring ideas from concept to market efficiently and with impact. I’m confident managing complex, multi-category projects with efficiency and precision. I pride myself on diligence, consistency, and clear communication — ensuring every design not only looks great but also aligns with technical and commercial requirements.
I’d love the chance to bring my creative energy and experience to your diverse product range. The “PORTFOLIO LINKS" below, will give you a glimpse of my work. I hope you find them interesting.

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Language

English
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Assamese
Advanced

Work Experience

Textile & Packaging designer (FIXED TERM CONTRACT) at CAPRICE NZ Ltd.
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Designing artworks for bedding, tabletop, and serve ware; packaging design for home decor, kitchen, bedding, and lifestyle ranges; product branding; creating trend guidelines, storyboards and sales presentations; assisting with product photoshoots; image retouching; creating folios to support account managers; managing quality and technical issues with suppliers; maintaining IP and WIP documents.
Senior designer – Design Hub & Licensed products at THE WAREHOUSE GROUP Ltd.
September 1, 2021 - November 16, 2025
Research global trends and identify graphic trends and insights for concept development. As part of a team, create the overarching seasonal print trend guides and colour palettes. Collaborate with buyers to develop critical paths. Design prints and textile patterns for in-house apparels, as well as graphics for licensed apparel, accessories, stationery, and homeware. Design packaging and POS across licensed and non-licensed categories. Ensure quality, schedule, and brand consistency; create artwork with technical specs for sampling and production; liaise with offshore offices to approve strike-offs, lab dips, and PP samples; manage quality and technical issues with QA; present range reviews to management.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Auckland, New Zealand
February 1, 2021 - February 1, 2021
Provided freelance design services across various categories for NZ-based and overseas clients, including Torpedo 7, Paris Holdings, Bush Buck Clothing, and Deane Apparel, among others.
Senior Textile and Graphic designer at FARMERS
April 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
Trend research, analysis, and seasonal concept development; provide strategic feedback in product reviews; create seasonal colour palettes; design textile prints and embroideries for women’s apparel; design graphics for tabletops, serveware, and bedding; packaging design for home decor and Christmas ranges; design labels, gift cards, and branding; collaborate with merchandise on product development and sampling; image retouching; QA and sampling review.
Freelance Designer at Auckland, New Zealand
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Freelance design projects for NZ-based and overseas clients; notably for Farmers through Fountain Apparel Ltd., which helped launch subsequent roles.
Head of Design at EVINCE GROUP Ltd.
May 1, 2013 - May 1, 2013
Managed the design & development team to create concepts based on trend research and forecast; oversaw design and sample development for yarn-dyed and denim collections; liaised with technical teams to develop new product concepts; coordinated with sales for proposals and ensured quality and cost parameters; represented the company at major trade shows (TEXWORLD Paris, MAGIC Las Vegas); maintained a product database and documentation to track progress; ensured timely approvals and workflows.
Chief Designer at OSWAL RETAIL Ltd.
September 1, 2007 - September 1, 2007
Led the design team to align with brand culture; presented trends and ranges to marketing and sales; oversaw design and development of ranges; assisted in packaging, POS materials, and promotions; liaised with manufacturers and coordinated with visual merchandising for store displays.
Graphic and Product Designer at MAHARISHI U.K Ltd.
February 1, 2005 - February 1, 2005
Compiled graphic ideas from the creative director’s materials; designed fabric and placement prints, embroideries, trims, and accessories; created packaging designs and technical sketches; developed storyboards to assist the sales team with bookings and presentations.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Fashion design at National Institute Of Fashion Technology
February 16, 1998 - March 14, 2001

Qualifications

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - November 16, 2025
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - February 3, 2026
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

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