Mark Flores
Design Director · A SECRET AGENDA
Long Beach, CA
In My Own Words
Experienced merchandiser and designer set upon display of art directive experience suited towards young men’s’ and juniors’ apparel collectives. My primary focus is geared upon organized brand aesthetics, and securing product sell-through in targeted retail market operations.
Highly motivated and creative, focused on implementing sales driven branding strategies into all departmental art projects involving graphic design and print collateral within the scope of retail, wholesale, and brand advertising functions.
I currently hold 15 years’ experience in art direction, brand development, trend research, establishing the identity and art for all Young men’s and juniors upper wear within season collectives – style-guides, photo direction for marketing materials, layout, custom logotypes, typography, illustration, website and UX/UI standards.
Work Experience
Design Director
A SECRET AGENDA2013 – Present
Currently holding my position as Design Director • Art Direction and trend R&D. • Branding and identity, typography, illustration, photography and look books • Assigned individual projects, reviewing design mockups, revisions, and submitting for approvals
Art Director / Merchandiser
Angel City Trading Inc.2012 – 2018
• Managed and designed all print to digital collateral for Retail, Wholesale, Outlets and Advertising • Met all client expectation in art and final product for Guess Jeans, True Religion and Harley-Davidson • Managed new and upcoming accounts • Communicated and partnered with clientele to ensure delivery for all divisions in the Men’s and Women’s main retail and price point Outlets.
Senior Artist / Merchandiser
Simso Tex2010 – 2011
• Single handedly handled new trend in art, cut, washes, print and sublimation applications • Secured and opened new Young men’s accounts with Kohl’s, K-Mart, Sears, JC Penny, Hot Topic and Forever 21. • Worked closely with Kohl’s Quiksilver art team developing new application concepts • Designed key artwork for - Tony Hawk, Hang Ten, Helix, and Schlitz Brewing Company.
Design Director
Eighty Eight2007 – 2009
• Worked closely with CEO and national sales on a daily basis from the Los Angeles office • Maintained the men’s woven graphics and t-shirt art • Hiring and supervision of all artists • Designed, scheduled and deployed individual projects • Reviewing design mockups, revisions, and submitting for approvals • Pre-production development • Delivered to Kohls, Ross, Tilly’s, Walmart, Rue 21, Sears, JcPenny’s and other relayed department stores. • Increased sales by 200% within a year and a half
Senior Artist
True Love & False Idols X Remetee Apparel2009 – 2009
• Artwork and garment development aspects for both lines • Maintained the “Look and Feel” of each line and style • Responsible for all the creative functions of Remetee • Developed specialty multicolor allover belt printing, afterprinting, rhinestones, embroidery, laser cut appliqués, etc. on tees • Cut and sew garments and specialty accessories • Maintained clear and specific communication with various local and overseas vendors
