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VERITY GREENBANK

VERITY GREENBANK

Walthamstow,London

Summary

Results-driven Senior Print Designer with 15 years of experience in the fashion industry, specialising in trend-led print development and sales growth. Proven ability to lead creative teams, translate global trends into commercially successful designs and build strong relationships with clients and manufacturers. Adept at managing end-to-end print processes from concept through to bulk production.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work history

Freelance Senior Print Designer

Self-Employed
2024.05 - Current
  • Operate as a strategic print partner to eight leading fashion retailers, brands and suppliers delivering directional and commercially focused print design.
  • Lead the creative development of seasonal print collections, setting the tone for key categories and influencing overall product development.
  • Build and maintain long-term partnerships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor on all aspects of design.
  • Deliver high-volume design output without compromising on creativity or commercial appeal.

Head of Print

Post Fashion
2012.05 - 2024.04
  • Lead the print design strategy across multiple fashion categories, aligning with client briefs and seasonal trends.
  • Manage and mentor a team of print designers, fostering creativity while maintaining commercial focus.
  • Develop 2000+ unique textile designs with mass market appeal, resulting in a vast increase in client acquisition and sales.
  • Collaborate closely with buying teams to develop cohesive and market-relevant collections.
  • Oversee the full print development process, from concept and artwork to strike-offs and bulk approval.
  • Drive innovation in print techniques, introducing new processes to enhance product differentiation.
  • Present seasonal print concepts and ranges to key clients and directors.
  • Cad design visuals to aid commercial sales.
  • Separate detailed designs in to colour graded artworks for printing.
  • Communicate with factories in the UK and Europe, suggesting solutions to any problems and guiding them through detailed specifications.
  • Manage the quality control of incoming samples, ensuring they meet internal and external expectations.
  • Cultivate strong client relationships.

Design Room Assistant

Pearlgate
2011.08 - 2012.05
  • Create and develop cut patterns in line with seasons trends.
  • Check prototype deliveries to ensure they meet quality control levels.
  • Collate latest online trend direction from designers and blogs and compile into packs for the design team.
  • Design placement graphics and repeat prints for jersey-based products.
  • Source new jersey and woven textiles.
  • Ensure all design work and production is archived in line with department procedure.
  • Liaise with technicians and production team to produce commercially viable designs.

Head Intern

Crisberry Clothing
2011.04 - 2011.06
  • Act as the Head of Designs right-hand-woman for creativity, direction, design and pattern-cutting.
  • Manage a three-person construction, pattern cutting and design team to build a 38-look collection debuting in Vanity Fair.
  • Oversee and undertake pattern cutting and construction process from initial pattern drafting to tailoring and construction of final garment.
  • Select and style outfits for Vanity Fair Italia photoshoot.
  • Lead the Crisberry debut launch show to present the collection with guests from Vanity Fair, Italia Channel 5 and Italia MTV.
  • Organise model fittings and castings.

Supervisor

Aquascutum
2010.11 - 2010.12
  • Support the Store Manager in daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the shop floor.
  • Lead by example in delivering exceptional, personalised customer service aligned with luxury brand standards.
  • Motivate and supervise the sales team to achieve individual and store sales targets.
  • Build and maintain a loyal client base by understanding their needs, lifestyle and values.
  • Oversee opening and closing procedures, including cash reconciliation and security checks.
  • Ensure visual merchandising is maintained to the highest standards.
  • Handle customer queries and resolve complaints professionally to maintain brand reputation.
  • Assist with staff training, coaching, and performance feedback.

Sales Assistant

Jaeger
2008.06 - 2011.04
  • Build strong client relationships and identify returning customers who can be offered new product walk-throughs to drive sales.
  • Offer customers an unparalleled luxury shopping experience through one-to-one advice and styling support.
  • Manage till operations including scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
  • Assist in weekly walk-throughs, reviewing store lay-out, styling and window merchandising.
  • Pin and tailor garments to the client ready for seamstress alteration.

Key Achievement:

  • Achieved Best Newcomer Award for strong sales performance.

Buying Intern

Selfridges & Co
2010.08 - 2010.09
  • Manage order confirmations, follow up order queries and ensure confirmations are received on time.
  • Draft up new item buys.
  • Check purchase orders.
  • Enter enrichment data.
  • Ensure daily sale targets are met by offering exceptional customer service and style advice.
  • Participate in daily floor walk-throughs.

Education

BA Hons - Fashion Design

University of Leeds
09/2007 - 06/2010

A-Levels -

Hinchingbrooke School

Hinchingbrooke School

Skills

  • Highly proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Advanced understanding of print methods, surface textiles and complex garment construction
  • Critical eye for detail, print matching, colour, composition, scale and form
  • Extensive Brand Knowledge
  • Dedicated, hard working and willing to invest long term
  • Self starter and quick learner willing to adapt to new situations
  • Team player with a caring demeanour

Timeline

Freelance Senior Print Designer

Self-Employed
2024.05 - Current

Head of Print

Post Fashion
2012.05 - 2024.04

Design Room Assistant

Pearlgate
2011.08 - 2012.05

Head Intern

Crisberry Clothing
2011.04 - 2011.06

Supervisor

Aquascutum
2010.11 - 2010.12

Buying Intern

Selfridges & Co
2010.08 - 2010.09

Sales Assistant

Jaeger
2008.06 - 2011.04

BA Hons - Fashion Design

University of Leeds
09/2007 - 06/2010

A-Levels -

Hinchingbrooke School

Hinchingbrooke School
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