Sr. Graphic Design Manager // UA

Manny Cabrera

Baltimore, MD

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Experienced in apparel graphics, textile design, freehand illustration and trend forecasting. Over 8 years collective experience of graphic design specific to the apparel business. Experienced in on site press checks and print development process . Well versed in Adobe Illustrator, Photo Shop and Freehand.

Specialties: Apparel Graphics, Textile Design, Illustration, Overseeing Print Production and Trend Forecasting.
Education
- Associates Fashion Design
  
  Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
  
  2000 - 2002
Experience
- Sr. Graphic Design Manager (Boy's & Outlet)
  
  Under Armour
  
  Feb 2013 - Present (11 years 9 months)
- Sr. Graphic Designer/ Manager of Boys' Apparel
  
  Under Armour
  
  Feb 2011 - Present (13 years 9 months)
  
  • Manage prints & graphics from concept to final production.
  • Compile and present graphic themes at the start of each inline season.
  • Manage and design Quick Turn graphics program
  • Develop and execute clear and detailed technical kits for development.
  • Interact cross functionally with PLM’s, Developers, Apparel Designers, Fabric Developers, Accessories and Footwear teammates on seasonal line development, including Fit Sessions
  • Travel to collect and report on inspiration, trend and market research
  • Manage deadlines in accordance with the corporate calendar
- Sr. Graphic Designer
  
  Dynasty Apparel (Licensee of Dickies, MLB & World Industries)
  
  Mar 2007 - Feb 2011 (3 years 11 months)
  
  • Manage graphics from concept to final production.
  • Work with licensed brands (Dickies, World Industries) to determine brand standards for all branded graphics.
  • Compile and present trend research for quick turn blanks program.
  • Develop and execute clear and detailed technical kits for development.
  • Interact cross functionally with designers to maintain consistency.
  • Travel to collect and report on inspiration, trend and market research bi-annually.
  • Manage deadlines in accordance with sales team.
- Graphic Designer
  
  Sir Speedy
  
  May 2006 - Mar 2007 (10 months)
- Graphic Designer
  
  CBS Marketing
  
  Oct 2004 - Jan 2006 (1 year 3 months)
- Assistant/Technical Designer
  
  Star Styled Dancewear
  
  Oct 2002 - Sep 2004 (1 year 11 months)
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