Hi, I’m Cassidy Lawal, an apparel and graphic designer with 8+ years of experience shaping performance and lifestyle sportswear. I excel at conceptualizing cohesive capsule collections, creating original garment graphics, and preparing production-ready artwork for sublimation, embroidery, and specialty finishes. With a strong background in garment construction and tech-pack development, I collaborate cross-functionally with vendors and overseas manufacturers to bring concepts from idea to launch. I enjoy refining print specs, fabric behavior, and fit through sample reviews to deliver production-ready designs on tight timelines.…

Cassidy Lawal

Hi, I’m Cassidy Lawal, an apparel and graphic designer with 8+ years of experience shaping performance and lifestyle sportswear. I excel at conceptualizing cohesive capsule collections, creating original garment graphics, and preparing production-ready artwork for sublimation, embroidery, and specialty finishes. With a strong background in garment construction and tech-pack development, I collaborate cross-functionally with vendors and overseas manufacturers to bring concepts from idea to launch. I enjoy refining print specs, fabric behavior, and fit through sample reviews to deliver production-ready designs on tight timelines.…

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Hi, I’m Cassidy Lawal, an apparel and graphic designer with 8+ years of experience shaping performance and lifestyle sportswear. I excel at conceptualizing cohesive capsule collections, creating original garment graphics, and preparing production-ready artwork for sublimation, embroidery, and specialty finishes.

With a strong background in garment construction and tech-pack development, I collaborate cross-functionally with vendors and overseas manufacturers to bring concepts from idea to launch. I enjoy refining print specs, fabric behavior, and fit through sample reviews to deliver production-ready designs on tight timelines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Apparel Designer at Charlz Deux
May 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance apparel designer delivering end-to-end development for multiple independent apparel brands, from concept to production. Responsibilities included creating tech packs, print-ready artwork, sourcing fabrics and trims, collaborating with production teams and overseas manufacturing partners, and refining print specs and garment construction within tight timelines.
Designer at Varsity Garment Construction & Fit
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2020
Designer focusing on garment construction, fabric behavior and application; developed tech packs and print-ready artwork for overseas manufacturing partners; sourced fabrics and trims; collaborated with sales, merchandising, and manufacturing to deliver production-ready designs within tight timelines; led sample reviews to ensure alignment of design intent with fabric and print method.
Design & Production Coordinator at In Style Exchange
January 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014
Conducted trend research across activewear markets; performed market research; developed tech packs; prepared print-ready vector files; supported performance and aesthetic for active wear; liaised with production to refine print specs, garment construction, and final sample approvals.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design at Savannah College of Art & Design
September 6, 2008 - June 11, 2012

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Other