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Hello! I’m Aruthi Thilakarathne, a creative and artistic designer with a talent for thinking outside the box and delivering unique work. I’m also a photographer and an adventurous spirit who believes in the power of art to tell stories and inspire people.
I design trend-driven activewear for global brands, taking ideas from concept to sample and collaborating across cross-functional teams including Cut & Sew, E-knit technology marketing, and sourcing for major labels. I thrive in fast-paced environments, work closely with design and marketing teams, and love turning bold concepts into tangible products that resonate with consumers.
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
Language
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Advanced
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Executive Designer - Design & Development at MAS Active Sri Lanka
May 1, 2024 - PresentLead design initiatives across activewear categories; collaborate with global brands including Patagonia, Lacoste, Gymshark, Arc'teryx,vuori, Tommy John, LSKD, M&S, and Old Navy; conduct trend research and create product decks, tech packs, mock-ups, and samples aligned to brand directions; manage visual merchandising, fashion shows, model coordination, and customer visit choreography; coordinate with seamless technical teams to produce impactful graphics and artworks; liaise with business, cut & sew, seamless knitting, fabric, and innovation teams; develop mood boards, color stories, and storyboards each season; provide input on styles, fabrics, trims, and embellishments.
Junior Designer-Product Development Team at Moose Clothing Company
May 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025Assisted concept development, sampling, and execution for upcoming styles, including the Oversized Graphic Tee Collection; led design for National Cricket Teams kits and apparel (National Teams, U19, Women’s, and Emerging Teams); managed concept development, artwork creation, fabric selection, sublimation colors, and production to final output; led design for U19 World Cup 2024 – Sri Lanka and T20 World Cup 2024 – Sri Lanka.
Design Internship - Product development and innovation at Brandix Fast Fashion - Welisara
March 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025Worked under the design assistant manager for PVH brands including lounge wear & knits; assisted design/merchandising/sourcing/graphics for seasonal design presentations; collaborated with fabric development and graphic development teams; coordinated with technical teams to hand over styles and execute design developments.
Photographer & Designer at T Comfy (pvt)
January 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025Photographer and designer contributing to creative visuals and product styling.
Executive Designer - Design & Development at MAS Active Sri Lanka
May 1, 2024 - PresentLead design initiatives across activewear categories; collaborate with global brands including Patagonia, Lacoste, Gymshark, Arc'teryx, Vuori, Tommy John, LSKD, M&S and Old Navy; address briefs with creative design strategies; research and trend analysis; create product decks, tech packs, mock-ups and samples; manage visual merchandising, fashion shows, model coordination and choreography for customer visits; coordinate with seamless technical teams on graphics and artworks; align with cut & sew, seamless knitting, fabric and innovation teams; develop mood boards, color stories and storyboards; provide input on fabrics, trims and embellishments.
Junior Designer - Product Development Team at Moose Clothing Company
May 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025Assisted in concept development, sampling and execution for upcoming styles, including the Oversized Graphic Tee Collection; led design for national cricket teams’ kits, artwork creation, fabric selection, sublimation colors, and production; led end-to-end design for U19 World Cup 2024 Sri Lanka and T20 World Cup 2024 Sri Lanka.
Design Internship - Product Development and Innovation at Brandix Fast Fashion - Welisara
March 1, 2023 - October 21, 2025Designed, merchandised, sourced and created graphics for seasonal design presentations; collaborated with fabric development and graphic teams; supported handover of styles to technical teams for design development.
Photographer & Designer at T Comfy (Pvt) Ltd
December 31, 2021 - October 21, 2025Photographer and designer contributing to fashion projects; involved in design and photography work 2019–2021.
Intern Product Development & Innovation at Brandix Essentials Sri Lanka
January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023Supported PVH brands (Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger) across loungewear and knits, collaborating with design, merchandising, fabric, graphics, and technical teams to execute seasonal collections.
Education
BA HONS Fashion & Textile at University of Northumbria
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025BA (Hons) Fashion Design (Second Class) at Montage Institute of Higher Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021Certificate in Photography at Montage Institute of Higher Education
January 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025Certificate in Basics In Aviation at Asian Aviation Center
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014Studies at Limkokwing University Of Creative Technology & National Innovation Center Sri Lanka at Limkokwing University Of Creative Technology, Malaysia & National Innovation Center Sri Lanka
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023BA (Hons) Fashion Design (Second Class) at Montage Institute of Higher Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021BA Hons Fashion & Textile at University of Northumbria
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Certificate in Photography at Asian Aviation Center
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Certificate In Basics In Aviation at Asian Aviation Center
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014High School Education at Yasodara Devi Balika Vidyalaya
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, Malaysia
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023Certificate in Photography at Montage Institute of Higher Education
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design at University of Northumbria
January 11, 2030 - March 7, 2026A/L & O/L at Yasodara Devi Balika Vidyalaya, Gampaha
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2018Certificate in Photography at Montage Institute of Higher Education
January 1, 2021 - March 7, 2026Qualifications
Certificate in Photography
January 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025Certificate in Basics In Aviation
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014BA (Hons) Fashion Design (Second Class)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021BA Hons Fashion & Textile
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Certificate in Photography
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Certificate In Basics In Aviation
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014High School Education
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025Certificate in Photography
January 1, 2021 - March 7, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Consumer Goods
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
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