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I am a strategic and creative Senior Fashion Designer with 9+ years of experience in leading design teams, executing multi-category collections, and delivering high-impact fashion innovations.
I have a proven track record of managing teams of 10+ designers, overseeing full-cycle product development, and driving sustainability initiatives including natural dye innovations using industry waste. I am skilled in trend forecasting, technical design, Adobe Creative Suite, vendor collaboration, PLM systems, and 3D fashion tools. I am passionate about design leadership, innovation, and ethical fashion transformation.
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Work Experience
Advanced Adobe Training Program Facilitator at MAS Intimates
January 1, 2024 - PresentConducted advanced Adobe Illustrator and AI-integrated design workshops for experienced fashion designers. Trained teams on productivity hacks, increasing workflow speed by 35% and enhancing digital design output.
Trainer at MAS Intimates (Ratmalana)
January 1, 2024 - PresentConducted an Advanced Adobe Training program for experienced fashion designers, delivering Illustrator and AI-integrated design workshops. Increased workflow speed by 35% through productivity hacks and enhanced digital design output. Training covered shortcuts, advanced techniques, and AI integration to stay ahead in the design landscape.
Middle Manager - Senior Fashion Designer at Star Garments (Pvt) Ltd
January 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025Led a team of 10+ designers, delivering trend-aligned, commercially successful womenswear, menswear and kids wear collections. Managed 20+ seasonal collections annually, coordinating with global buyers and cross-functional teams. Spearheaded the development of a sustainable natural dye lab, utilizing industry waste and reducing chemical dye usage by 80%. Implemented 3D design and Metail animation for digital buyer presentations, improving sales conversion rates by 10%. Standardized tech pack formats and improved accuracy, decreasing production lead times by 15%.
Creative Designer at MACEOO, LLC
January 1, 2023 - PresentDirected design and development of luxury menswear collections across suits, shirts, jackets, and accessories. Expanded brand portfolio by introducing new categories such as athleisure wear and athletic wear, increasing total design output by 50%. Created comprehensive design packages, improving sample approval speed by 30%. Collaborated with the CEO on fabric selection, print direction, and seasonal themes aligned with brand vision. Oversaw sampling, revisions, and vendor communication, reducing prototype errors by 25%. Delivered high-quality visual content and store graphics, elevating the brand’s in-store experience.
Middle Manager - Senior Fashion Designer at Star Garments (Pvt) Ltd – Sri Lanka
January 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025Led a team of 10+ designers, delivering trend-aligned, commercially successful womenswear, menswear, and kids wear collections. Managed 20+ seasonal collections annually, coordinating with global buyers and cross-functional teams. Spearheaded the development of a sustainable natural dye lab, reducing chemical dye usage by 80%. Implemented 3D design and Metail animation for digital buyer presentations, improving sales conversion rates. Standardized tech pack formats and improved accuracy, decreasing production lead times.
Creative Designer at MACEOO, LLC – USA (Remote)
January 1, 2023 - PresentDirected design and development of luxury menswear collections across suits, shirts, jackets, and accessories. Expanded brand portfolio by introducing new categories such as athleisure and athletic wear, increasing total design output by 50%. Created comprehensive design packages, improving sample approval speed by 30%. Collaborated with the CEO on fabric selection, print direction, and seasonal themes. Oversaw sampling, revisions, and vendor communication, reducing prototype errors by 25%. Delivered high-quality visual content and store graphics, elevating the brand’s in-store experience.
Fashion Designer Executive at Lanka Garments Mfg. Co. Ltd (JB Apparel)
January 1, 2020 - October 16, 2025Designed market-ready fashion products for US/EU markets with a focus on brand differentiation and pricing strategy. Created a milestone collection achieving an 85% hit rate, with 35 styles selected for production, a historic record for the company. Improved design-to-sample turnaround time by streamlining communication between design, sourcing, and production. Produced branding materials, including catalogs, labels, trims, and packaging, to strengthen brand identity. Conducted competitive analysis and fabric sourcing, aligning with seasonal directions and margin goals.
Fashion Designer Executive at Lanka Garments Mfg. Co. Ltd (JB Apparel)
January 1, 2020 - October 16, 2025Designed market-ready fashion products for US/EU markets with a focus on brand differentiation and pricing strategy. Created a milestone collection achieving an 85% hit rate, with 35 styles selected for production. Improved design-to-sample turnaround time by streamlining communication between design, sourcing, and production. Produced branding materials to strengthen brand identity.
Product Development Consultant & Trainer at Divisional Secretariat, Vavuniya
January 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025Delivered product innovation and branding workshops for rural SMEs and artisan groups. Improved artisan sales by 60% through new product development, market research, pricing, and packaging strategy. Helped product groups enter formal retail markets through professional design advisory.
Product Development Consultant & Trainer at Divisional Secretariat, Vavuniya (Govt. Initiative)
January 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025Delivered product innovation and branding workshops for rural SMEs and artisan groups. Improved artisan sales by 60% through new product development, market research, pricing, and packaging strategy. Helped product groups enter formal retail markets through professional design advisory.
Fashion Designer – Denim Division at LICC Jeans (Hirdaramani Group)
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025Increased seasonal design output from 8 designs to 22 designs per season, boosting variety and market appeal. Improved sell-through rate by 22% through targeted trend alignment and customer-focused design. Created trade show materials including tags, banners, and product packaging for local and international events.
Fashion Designer – Denim Division at LICC Jeans (Hirdaramani Group)
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025Increased seasonal design output from 8 designs to 22 designs per season, boosting variety and market appeal. Improved sell-through rate by 22% through targeted trend alignment and customer-focused design. Created trade show materials including tags, banners, and product packaging for local and international events.
Education
MBA in Marketing at University of Colombo
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022B.Des (Hons) – Fashion Design & Product Development at University of Moratuwa
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016MBA in Marketing at University of Colombo
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022B.Des (Hons) – Fashion Design & Product Development at University of Moratuwa
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016Qualifications
Diploma – Graphic Design Technologies
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Advanced Adobe Training program for Experienced Fashion Designers
January 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025Diploma – Graphic Design Technologies
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Adobe Illustrator Advanced Training
January 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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