I am a Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in apparel graphics, branding, trend development, and digital illustration. I excel at delivering high-volume retail graphics, private-label programs, and fast-turn creative solutions, leveraging Adobe Creative Cloud and AI-assisted tools for remote collaboration. I've collaborated with buyers, merchandisers, and creative directors across the US and Europe on fashion, entertainment, corporate, and promotional brands, creating brand identities, packaging, surface patterns, and production-ready artwork that aligns with market trends and timelines.…

Heather Carlton

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I am a Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in apparel graphics, branding, trend development, and digital illustration. I excel at delivering high-volume retail graphics, private-label programs, and fast-turn creative solutions, leveraging Adobe Creative Cloud and AI-assisted tools for remote collaboration. I've collaborated with buyers, merchandisers, and creative directors across the US and Europe on fashion, entertainment, corporate, and promotional brands, creating brand identities, packaging, surface patterns, and production-ready artwork that aligns with market trends and timelines.…

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I am a Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in apparel graphics, branding, trend development, and digital illustration. I excel at delivering high-volume retail graphics, private-label programs, and fast-turn creative solutions, leveraging Adobe Creative Cloud and AI-assisted tools for remote collaboration.

I’ve collaborated with buyers, merchandisers, and creative directors across the US and Europe on fashion, entertainment, corporate, and promotional brands, creating brand identities, packaging, surface patterns, and production-ready artwork that aligns with market trends and timelines.

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Language

English
Fluent

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 - Present
Independent 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, Other
    paper Boujee Marlin AllOver Prints, Embroidery, and Screen print designs