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Brian Solis
Brooklyn, NY
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Hello, my name is Brian. I bring 15+ years of creative experience, direction and project management. Driven to build strong projects through great designs and creative branding.
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.
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Education
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AA Graphic DesignSouthwestern2001 - 2003
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Certificate Computer Network ManagementColeman College1999 - 2001
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Certificate NursingNavy Corpsman School1994 - 1995
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ConsultantLos Angeles, CAAug 2018 - Present (7 years 11 months)• Design consultant and project manager.
• Create layouts for online advertising, social media and print campaigns.
• Communicate with staff to forecast seasonal trends.
• Design slide-deck, stickers, hang-tags and POP.
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Freelance DesignerSelfSan Diego, CAJul 2004 - Present (22 years)• Graphic design consultant expert.
• Clients include - Nike Sportswear, Target, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters, Realty World, Axion Footwear, Seau's Restaurant, L&L Hawaiian BBQ, Surf Diva, Illest, ELM, Quintin Co., In4mation/Aloha Army, Celsius Snowboard Boots, and more. -
Design LeadHNRS DistributionLas Vegas, NVNov 2017 - Nov 2019 (2 years)• In charge of designing graphics for in-house clothing brands.
• Lead designer for trim labels, bags, headwear and accessories.
• Created POP. and collateral for various in-house brands.
• Handled pre-production tech-pack CADs & orders.
• Overseen quarterly production planning and trend forecasting.
• Managed social media postings, and online advertising campaigns.
• Website layout and management for online retail, CSS, Shopify, Big Cartel. -
SEO Account ManagerSolution ReachFeb 2017 - Sep 2017 (7 months)• Regional sales and software consultant for San Diego territory for
leading medical communication SEO / SAAS company.
• Generated new business leads through networking.
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Graphic DesignerPartners In LearningSan Diego, CANov 2013 - Apr 2014 (5 months)• Designed graphics, concepts, and sales catalogs.
• Created specialty signs and banners for nationwide school programs. -
Graphic DesignerUB FlagsCoronado, CAMar 2013 - Nov 2013 (8 months)• Designed graphics, concepts, and sales catalogs.
• Created specialty flags for retailers such as Neebo Books, Lids, Wal-Mart, Barnes & Noble and more. -
Graphic / Technical Editor (Temporary)Mitchell1Poway, CAOct 2010 - Apr 2013 (2 years 6 months)• Compiled, organized and edited technical information and graphics for automotive repair manuals.
• Assisted with departmental integration of newer computer software.
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Graphic Designer / ManagerEgg ProjectsLa Jolla, CASep 2006 - Aug 2007 (11 months)• Responsible for designing custom graphic programs and branding for various Egg Projects umbrella brands.
• Launched brands through licensing, Direct to Retail and private label programs.
• Managed team of four employees and two interns.
• Organized trade-show kiosks for various trade-shows.
• Created, developed, and sold unique private label and original brands to a global range of retailers and licensing groups.
• Clients include: Target, Claires, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters, Pacsun, D.E.M.O., Virgin Megastores, Zumiez, Alloy, CCS, Delia's, Burlington Coat Factory, City Trends, and many others -
Graphic DesignerNext Day Printed TeesChula Vista, CAOct 2004 - Aug 2006 (1 year 10 months)• Create graphics for a variety of clients in a high volume T-Shirt printing facility.
• Managed client projects. Overseeing creation of graphics for the clients needs, to screen printing production processes and timely delivery.
• Clients include local schools, community groups and local events. -
Graphic / Technical Editor (Temporary)Mitchell1Poway, CAOct 2002 - Sep 2004 (1 year 11 months)• Compiled, organized and edited technical information and graphics for automotive repair manuals.
• Assisted with departmental integration of newer computer software.
• Organize material and complete assignment deadlines.
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