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Senior Designer

Accomplished designer focused on creating meaningful objects that manifest brand principles, are culturally relevant and exceed consumer expectation.

Designing apparel & accessories for a wide range of clients.

Conceptualized and designed all seasonal cut & sew, headwear and accessories for the DGK brand. Strategized with sales and marketing to develop SMU capsules and artist collaborations. Provided production with comments on in-line proto phase and sales samples. Worked with factories and suppliers to ensure quality throughout the development phase.

Design Director / DGK Apparel

Responsible for all apparel category design direction & execution of the LRG Brand. Directed a cohesive product line united by design, innovation, color, graphics and materials. Researched market trends, created mood boards, developed color stories and textile themes. Sourced new and innovative fabrics, labels & trims each season. Created technical packages for all categories from sketch. Managed design team to ensure product deadlines. Visited factories and worked closely with vendors to maintain quality and consistency. Presented seasonal direction to senior leadership & sales team at quarterly sales meetings.

Design Director

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chris defarkas: Senior Designer in Costa Mesa, CA

chris defarkas

Freelance

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