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Grpahic Designer

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With a seasoned background in graphic art and fashion design, coupled with extensive experience in preproduction, I possess a unique skill set that seamlessly blends creativity and technical expertise. In my previous positions, I have thrived as a graphic designer, overseeing design conceptualization, meticulous file preparation, and implementing stringent quality control measures. My portfolio showcases a diverse range of design projects, highlighting my proficiency in various design tools and my commitment to producing compelling visual content that aligns with brand aesthetics. What distinguishes me as a graphic designer extends beyond my proficiency in traditional graphic design. I bring to the table a unique combination of organizational prowess and exceptional time management skills. With a rich background in collaborating with diverse companies across various industries, I've successfully undertaken a multitude of projects. My journey as a freelance artist has cultivated a self-driven creativity and adaptability that defines my work ethic. Simultaneously, my experiences within team settings have nurtured effective communication and collaboration skills. This dual perspective not only fuels my independent initiative but also ensures seamless integration into collaborative projects. Whether working independently or as part of a team, my organizational skills and time management abilities contribute to the success of creative endeavors, making me a valuable asset for a range of projects.

I initiated my journey in freelance art and design, collaborating with diverse companies and organizations. My expertise encompasses crafting brand identities, logotypes, illustrations, fashion design/graphics, business cards, brochures, websites, and photo restoration/retouching. I actively engage with clients to conceptualize and implement their ideas, and re-vector drawings or sketches as needed. Additionally, I offer support in sourcing printing and manufacturing services, ensuring the seamless delivery of the final product to clients. My skills extend to website design and management, social media content creation, motion graphics, and the preparation for printing and production.

Freelance Graphic Designer / Artist & Illustrator / Production Designer

Worked as a creative director and graphic designer, developing and designing logos, illustrations, clothing, headwear, eyewear, bags, accessories, stickers, web/print collateral, email, and social media content. Created line sheets for product collections and pre-production, including layouts, product mock-ups, white wall images, graphic sizing, Pantones, and garment selections. Closely collaborated with manufacturers and printers to create and develop samples and production runs of soft goods and hard goods. Pioneered developing the brand identity for exclusive white-label brands for big box stores.

Art Director / Graphic Artist / Clothing Designer

As a Graphic Designer, Production Designer, and Printer, I collaborated directly with customers to craft custom original artwork or prepare their existing artwork for production and printing. My responsibilities encompassed not only re-vectoring drawings or sketches provided by clients but also actively creating new art and graphics to meet their unique needs. I utilized digital printers, plotters, and large format printers to produce customer works, spanning print collateral, banners, car wraps, and clothing. Additionally, I contributed to sales and marketing efforts in my multifaceted role.

Graphic Designer / Production Designer / Printer

Started as a freelance designer and progressed to become a full-time employee, eventually taking on the role of Production Manager. I was responsible for and worked directly with all printers and manufacturers involved in the production of goods. Other responsibilities encompassed brand identity, fashion apparel design (shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, jackets, crewnecks), accessories (hats, beanies, belts, bags/backpacks), t-shirt graphic designs, and web collateral. I was also in charge of maintaining relationships with sales representatives and handling all print and web-related needs.

Production Manager / In-House Designer / Clothing Designer

My main responsibilities involved creating compelling and dynamic designs for sustainable clothing and accessories, skateboards, and skateboard wheels. Other responsibilities included designing packaging, catalogs, flyers, hang tags, stickers, woven labels, and magazine ads. Following the company's relocation, and my transition from an in-house position, I continued to produce graphics for the company for several years.

Graphic Designer / Production Artist

David Gerlinger is a Grpahic Designer at Zip2print in Santa Clara, California. View their experience, skills and work history on Malakye — the professional…

David Gerlinger — Grpahic Designer at Zip2print

David Gerlinger — Grpahic Designer at Zip2print

David Gerlinger

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Wester Career College