Brian Solis

Lead Designer

San Diego | United States

Skills

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Interests

Coffee

Industries

Lifestyle

Outdoor

Skate

Snow

Streetwear

Surf

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In my own words

— Brian

Hello, my name is Brian Solis - I'm a hard working, passionate, goal oriented designer with 10+ years of creative direction and involvement.

Driven to build strong branding through great designs and creative brand programs. Having worked for over a decade as a design consultant has given me the experience to apply my various skill-sets I've learned through years engaging with a variety of clients. My goal is to build strong graphics and capture meaningful work, based on strategic thinking and planning. Experienced knowledge in graphic design, creative direction, sales, key marketing, production, and clothing / accessory design. Strong background in the clothing industry, overseas manufacturing, sourcing and production. Let’s Talk Soon!

Trajectory

Aug 2018 — Now

Lead Designer · Thrilla Krew

Lead graphic design and consultant for mens clothing brand. Create layouts for print magazine advertising and online social media campaigns. Facilitate communication with staff to forecast seasonal trends and line sheets. Create labels, trim, packaging, stickers and other items for collateral and POP. Manage tech-pack CAD production with various vendors and suppliers. Clients include: Zumiez, Ron Jon and other surf specialty stores.

Oct 2017 — Aug 2019

Design Director · HNRS / Honor Roll Distribution

Lead Designer and Brand Manager for contemporary clothing manufacturer. In charge of designing print graphics for all in-house and contract clothing labels. Lead Designer for back packs, headwear and accessories. Create P.O.P. and collateral for various in-house brands. Handle production tech-pack CADs & orders. Oversee quarterly production budget and planning. Trend forecasting. Manage Social Media postings and create online advertising campaigns for upcoming events. Website layout and management for online retail, utilizing CSS, Shopify, BigCartel & WordPress.

Feb 2018 — May 2018

Graphic Design Consultant · Piecemaker / Weiguo Solutions

Designed capsule collection of Hats and Shirts to compliment their current accessories line.

Nov 2016 — Jun 2017

Graphic Designer & SEO/Social Media Management · Einstein Industries

Create custom website graphics and online promotional items for several medical clinics. Assisted clients with Social Media and SEO marketing.

Jan 2014 — Apr 2014

Graphic Design Consultant · Elm Headwear

Create graphics for printable goods, woven labels and hangtags / key chains. Designed patterns for bulk material manufacturing.

Jan 2014 — Apr 2014

Graphic Design Consultant · Quintin

Create designs for labels and trim pieces. Design T-shirt graphics and pattern graphics for cut-n-sew projects.

Jul 2006 — Nov 2006

Graphic Designer · Nike, Inc.

Freelance graphic design for Nike special projects. The "DNA" project was designed for special Asian and European markets.

Jan 2006 — Jun 2006

Graphic Designer / Manager · Egg Projects

Graphic Designer and Manager for a multi-faceted brand founded by Andy Howell. We worked with multiple clients as well as creating our own in-house brand. Designed collateral (stickers/catalogs) for trade shows and graphics for tradeshow booths & displays. Managed a team of 3 creative interns. Clients include: Target, Claire's, Urban Outfitters, MTV and More!

Aug 2002 — Sep 2004

Graphic Editor · Snap On / Mitchell1

Graphic Editor / Pre-Press Layout for Snap On repair manual publication.