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I am an apparel and graphic designer with a unique global perspective, working across geographical and cultural boundaries. I am passionate about product creation, collaboration and sharing an infectious enthusiasm to inspire others. I thrive on teamwork, mentoring, and translating consumer insights into design that resonates across markets.…

Susan Orford

Designer, Illustrator, Graphic Designer, +1

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I am an apparel and graphic designer with a unique global perspective, working across geographical and cultural boundaries. I am passionate about product creation, collaboration and sharing an infectious enthusiasm to inspire others. I thrive on teamwork, mentoring, and translating consumer insights into design that resonates across markets.…

Available to hire

I am an apparel and graphic designer with a unique global perspective, working across geographical and cultural boundaries. I am passionate about product creation, collaboration and sharing an infectious enthusiasm to inspire others.

I thrive on teamwork, mentoring, and translating consumer insights into design that resonates across markets.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Apparel Designer at Endura

January 1, 2019 - Present

Designer of apparel working across men’s and women’s categories. Consumer research to contribute to seasonal design strategy. Colour and material trend research focusing on sustainable options. Assessing the seasonal process and facilitating efficient organization.

Fashion Illustration Tutor at Heriot-Watt University

January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020

Facilitated illustration workshops for first- and fourth-year fashion students. Created an engaging presentation to preface a collaborative research project. CAD development sessions exploring creative and technical skills used in industry. Portfolio reviews and assessment.

Senior Apparel Designer at Adidas

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015

Women’s activewear and children’s wear designer. Leading and mentoring the team through the design and development calendar. Innovating product within the brand strategy to a seasonal timeline. Designing and developing fan specific apparel and graphics for sponsored MLS soccer teams. Collaborate with marketing to create illustration materials for internal presentations. Collaborate with footwear team to create unique product for sponsored athletes and ambassadors.

Senior Apparel Designer at Reebok

January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001

Apparel designer, managing sport-specific categories, both technical product and casual ranges, with a flexible and adaptable approach to company needs. Driving the development of the UK design teams contribution and collaboration with the Reebok WHQ, Boston office. Creating and innovating international product ranges with regional support. Creating and developing athlete specific product briefed by Paul Fireman, CEO.

Apparel Designer at Nike

January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999

Apparel designer as SMU retail specific lead. Designed exclusive ranges of country specific product across European accounts. International retailer visits to ensure brief clarity and adherence to brand strategy in collaboration with sales, accounts and marketing. Travel to international suppliers to ensure development accuracy and timely delivery of product.