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I’m a Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in apparel graphics, branding, trend development, and digital illustration, with a strong background in the Los Angeles fashion industry and a track record of delivering high-volume retail graphics, private-label programs, and fast-turn creative solutions. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, AI-assisted design tools, and remote workflows; I work quickly, communicate clearly, and collaborate effectively with remote teams to design marketing content, web and app visuals, print materials, and apparel.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Senior Artist – Apparel Graphics & Merchandise at CC Creations
December 18, 2010 - March 20, 2016• Produced on-trend screen-print artwork, color separations, and retail-ready designs
• Developed custom merchandise concepts across entertainment, lifestyle, and event markets
• Delivered creative solutions for artists and brands including Miranda Lambert, Junk Gypsies, Chilifest, Robert Earl Keen, and Red 55
Creative Director / Artist – Apparel & Branding at Jadelynn Brooke
March 17, 2016 - November 19, 2000• Directed creative concepts for seasonal apparel lines and branded collections
• Designed surface patterns, graphic elements, and import-ready product concepts
• Led branding, packaging, and lifestyle/marketing photography initiatives
• Collaborated with national retail partners including Dillard’s, Tyler’s, and Academy Sports
Graphic Designer – Apparel & Promotional Design at Aztec Promotional Group
December 18, 2025 - PresentIndependent Graphic Designer Freelance at Self
December 11, 2023 - Present• Created apparel graphics and seasonal trend concepts
• Developed logos, packaging, merchandising elements, and private-label branding
• Produced marketing and social content using Adobe Creative Cloud and AI design tools
• Collaborated closely with buyers, merchandisers, and creative directors across remote teams
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Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services
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