Resumé

Veronica Granado
Los Angeles, CA 90013
vgranado@gmail.com
(951)642-7295

Summary

Experienced, professional, artistic and highly motivated professional Graphic Designer/Textile Print Designer/Illustrator seeks a creative position within Sportswear Apparel Industry.

Education

2005 Associates of Arts Graphic Design
The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Los Angeles, California

2003 Certificate Graphics Technology
Riverside County Regional Occupational Program, Riverside, California

Skills

- Familiarity in Kids, Juniors, Action Sports& Urban Fashions Graphics
- Branding Style Guide Development (icons, character art, prints, graphics, layout)
- Knowledge of manufacturing printing processes for apparel graphics
- Strong artistic background, ability to create conceptual art in several different mediums
- Expert computer skills with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop & NED(proficient)
- Ability to interpret International/domestic Graphics & Fashion trends
- Definite Eye for Color and Color Palettes
- Graphic Line Building
- Brand Development
- Fashion CADS/Flats Experience
- MAC & PC Platform
- Good organization and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail
- Possess effective written and oral communication skills
- Works independently as well as in team environment


Experience

HoboBug Studios April 2006-Present
Riverside, CA
Owner/Graphic Designer/Illustrator


- Develop graphics, original icons, prints and illustrations for Disney Brands: (Hannah Montana, HighSchool Musical, Tinker Bell, Mickey and Friends, Alice in Wonder, Disney Princess, Pooh and Friends, Muppets, Pirates of the Caribbean and Baby Einstein); Maui Sons, Rusty, Hurley, KHQ/Kids Headquarters, MGA Entertainment, Bratz, Little Tikes, Beach Designs (in conjunction with Target), Strategic Partners ( Warner Brothers/Hanna-Barbera/Walmart/Cherokee), Lambs & Ivy, The Bradford Exchange, MOB Royal Apparel, Raz Nasibu Inc., Lipstick Bandits and Anomalies Union.


Kidsline LLC January 2010 - Present
Los Angeles, CA
Lead Designer


- Responsible for original art, layouts prints, and brand consistency and production art of Target Tiddliwinks Disney DTR/OPP and Not Neutral licensed bedding
- Assists in developing trend, color direction and workflow of Kidsline bedding and match back accessories
- Responsible for file management and line sheets for Sales Team within my own brands
- familiarity with working with Brand Management, Sales and needs for Buyers


Kohls Department Stores January 2009- June 2009
Milwaukee, WI
Textile Designer, Croft&Barrow /TekGear


- Creates and executes prints and placed graphics based on seasonal direction for Kohl’s private brands including Croft&Barrow and TekGear.
- Production Ready Art (Sizing, color callouts, print treatments, embellishments)
- Completion of entire holiday novelty program for Holiday 2009(1 million plus units),
- Lead Artist for new tees graphic program launch, estimated revenue $5 million


Disney Consumer Products January 2006 – July 2006
Apparel, Accessories & Footwear
Glendale, CA
Graphic Design Associate/Intern

- Mentored under Creative Director and worked fluidly within Girls, Juniors, Womens, Boys, Newborn/Infant/Toddler Mid Tier teams
- Assisted in developing style guides for the Fall 2007 season for Boys and Girls 4-7.
- Assisted in light trend research and trend buying and photo-shooting samples
- Assisted in mock up presentations (artwork development, placement, heat transfer)
- Developed graphics for various deliveries for Juniors, Tweens, Girls, Layette, Infant Toddler for Mid Tier, Specialty and Mass market retailers for Direct to Retail

Projects by Veronica Granado

Sportswear Apparel Art
20 Files

Girls Apparel Art
28 Files

Juniors Apparel Art
15 Files

Mood Boards
9 Files

Womens Apparel Art
6 Files

Kidswear Art
6 Files

Baby Art & Product
10 Files

JCP Project
16 Files