Roozbeh Ghanadi
Print Designer
London
Summary
A dynamic and skilled Print Designer with over a decade of industry expertise, bringing enthusiasm, initiative, and a collaborative spirit to every project. Proficient in both team settings and independent work and collaborating with fellow designers and licensees while also excelling in individual projects. With a comprehensive understanding of the design process, from initial research to fabric production and trend publications, delivering high-quality results consistently. Currently employed as a womenswear print designer for a prominent British high street retailer and eager to explore new opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Print Designer
Marks & Spencer
05.2016 - Current
- Creating unique repeat and placement prints across different product types, using original hand drawn/painted artworks specific to seasonal trend boards and design requirements
- Identifying print trends through competitor shop, market analysis and reporting back to the wider team outlining recommendations such as updating best sellers and future global trends
- Collaborating with Designers and Buyers on a daily basis, to produce collections that are appropriate to the M&S brand and customer
- Anticipated print trends, DNA, print style, and taste preferences to align with the womenswear strategy and meet M&S customer expectations
- Utilizing Miro to create shared digital space that includes print boards, trend, and catwalk research, enabling the teams to communicate effectively across the different departments
- This has proven to be a highly effective tool by staying informed and in-touch, especially in the run up to print deadlines and touch point meetings with the Head of Design
- Collaborate weekly with the buying team to analyse sales figures and track top-selling prints, leveraging insights to inform and to strategically guide design decisions
- Experience in collaborating with print studios and print mills, demonstrating proficiency in colour and fabric techniques
- Forged solid relationships with suppliers to ensure timely execution of techniques such as embellishment, jacquards, and embroideries, meeting critical deadlines
- Travelled extensively to gather inspiration and comparative insights, which have led to detailed trend reports to inform strategic decision-making processes
- Implemented regular one-on-one sessions to discuss progression and self-development with team members, fostering skill enhancement and providing a structured framework for continuous advancement within the team dynamic.
Print Designer
Collection 18
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Created customer-focused, on-trend printed scarves tailored to brand identities
- Stayed updated on current trends by visiting shops, attending trade shows, exploring museums, and utilizing online trend forecasting tools like WGSN
- Developed trend boards and colour stories to guide design concepts
- Utilized drawing, painting, Photoshop, and Illustrator to craft print designs
- Managed colour separation for efficient factory production
- Liaised with suppliers to ensure product alignment with brand standards
- Conducted product merchandising in preparation for market week
- Designed hangtags for product presentation.
Print Designer
Camilla Francis Prints
01.2014 - 03.2014
Print Designer
Lisa SPA
09.2013 - 12.2013
Education
BA (Hons) Textile & Surface Design with First Class Honours -
Cleveland College of Art & Design
09.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
Accomplishments
- Texprint 2013 (Top 24 Designers in the UK), London
- Exhibited work at Premier Vision in Paris
- New Designers 2013, London
- Selected to exhibit within the Cleveland College of Art & Design stand at New Designers
- Offered a full-time design role at Collection 18 based in New York City
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Print Designer
Marks & Spencer
05.2016 - Current
Print Designer
Collection 18
04.2014 - 05.2016
Print Designer
Camilla Francis Prints
01.2014 - 03.2014
Print Designer
Lisa SPA
09.2013 - 12.2013
BA (Hons) Textile & Surface Design with First Class Honours -
Cleveland College of Art & Design
09.2009 - 05.2013
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