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Jorge T.

Apparel & Merch Designer | Streetwear, Lifestyle & Gaming Branding

Glendale, California
$45 per hour
5 jobs
$60K+ total earnings

I’m Jorge Tirado, a freelance Designer, Illustrator and Creative Director from Los Angeles, California. I explore vibrant and colorful concepts with inspirations of urban art, video games and pop culture. I specialize in Merch Design & Illustration commissions.

Tatyana M.

Fashion Tech Pack Designer | CLO3D 3D Design | Apparel Production

Menlo Park, California
$90 per hour
597 jobs
$400K+ total earnings

Fashion founders come to me when they're ready to get serious about production — and want to get it right the first time. I've spent 10+ years making tech packs, CLO3D models, and digitized sewing patterns for fashion brands and startups. I know what factories actually need, and I've worked on products that have sold hundreds of thousands of units. Most of my clients are launching a first collection or scaling an existing line. What they have in common: a clear vision, a defined customer, and a product worth making well. What I deliver: — Tech packs built to industry standards: technical flat sketches, complete bill of materials, construction callouts, colorways, measurement specs, point of measure diagrams, and sample evaluation charts. — CLO3D models and digitized sewing patterns in DXF format — see exactly how your garment looks and fits before committing to a physical sample, and give your manufacturer a pattern they can cut from directly. — Fabric and trim sourcing guidance — the right materials for your design, price point, and quality goals. — Full service packages — brand consultation, design development, 3D model, complete tech pack, and factory referrals, for founders who want one person handling the technical side start to finish. — Design consultations — refine ideas, solve construction problems, and make informed decisions before you spend money on sampling. Categories I work in: Activewear | Swimwear | Womenswear (RTW) | Menswear | Childrenswear (CPSC-compliant sleepwear) | Accessories & Bags | Loungewear | Outerwear | Golf & Streetwear I specialize in complex, technically demanding products — the ones that need real problem solving, not a filled-in template. Every project is done by me personally. No outsourcing, no junior designers. You get 10+ years of focused technical expertise and direct communication throughout. You'll receive a personalized quote within 24 hours of reaching out. Let's talk about what you're building.

Tyler G.

Vector Specialist / Graphic Designer

Los Angeles, California
$42 per hour
87 jobs
$10K+ total earnings

I’m Tyler Gary... a senior graphic designer and creative director with 18+ years of design experience across branding, tech, apparel, and merchandise. I operate as a one-man creative team, handling everything from concept to final execution. My expertise includes brand development, logo design, apparel graphics, marketing assets, and visual identity systems that are clean, intentional, and built to scale. I also specialize in photo editing, logo refinement, print design, and digital ads, ensuring your brand looks cohesive everywhere it shows up. I don’t just design, I translate ideas into visuals that actually work. If you have a vision (even a rough one), I’ll bring it to life with clarity, precision, and strong creative direction.

Brittany C.

Fashion & Graphic Design: CADs,Tech Packs, Prints & Manufacturing

Los Angeles, California
$50 per hour
85 jobs
$100K+ total earnings

🌟 Top-Rated Plus Freelance Fashion Expert 🌟 | 🏅Top 3% of talent on Upwork, 🏆 $90K+ earned, ✅ 10+ years of industry experience, 👍 40+ happy clients, and 💯% job success, delivering high quality production-ready tech packs, 3D AI design renders, and expert manufacturing guidance for startups and established brands alike! "Let’s Bring Your Design Concepts to Life!" 👚 Are you... 👀 Looking for an apparel design expert to transform your ideas into reality? Look no further! With over 12 + years experience in the fashion industry, I specialize in delivering high-quality, production-ready designs for a wide range of product categories and design aesthetics. About Me: Hi 👋, I’m Brittany, a professional fashion designer with a passion for turning creative concepts into stunning apparel. I graduated with honors from the Columbus College of Art & Design in 2016 and have since worked with renowned companies to develop market-leading collections across various apparel categories. From swimwear and activewear to tailored dresses and menswear, I have extensive experience managing collections from initial concept through to production, including collaborating with overseas factories. 📚 Currently, I’m attending Parsons School of Design, pursuing a certificate in 3D CLO to expand my expertise in cutting-edge 3D design technology. Services I Offer: Whether you’re starting from scratch or need help with a specific stage of the design process, I’ve got you covered! My services include: ✅ Trend Analysis & Research ✅ Mood Boards & Concept Development ✅ Fashion Design & Development ✅ Print Design ✅ Technical Drawings (CADs) ✅ 3D AI Renders ✅ Tech Packs ✅ Fittings Coordination ✅ Vendor Communication Support What You Can Expect: I’m committed to delivering professional results tailored to your project needs. Here’s what I can provide: ✅ Flat 2D CAD Sketches ✅ 3D AI Rendered Apparel ✅ Animated 3D Line Sheets ✅ 2D Fashion Illustrations ✅ Production-Ready Tech Packs (PDF and editable Excel formats) ✅ Comprehensive Project Presentations (PDF format) ✅ Art Pages for Graphics, 👘 Prints , Logos & Fabric Wash Art (any required format) ✅ Intermediate Graphic Design Work (logos, vector art, simple graphics) For more advanced graphic design, I’m happy to refer you to specialized experts. Technical Skills & Expertise 🎓 Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign),Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint),Hand Sketching and Digital CADs,Trend and Market Research,Fashion Illustration and Styling,Pattern-making and Garment Construction,Tech Pack Development,Fabric Knowledge and Surface Design,3D Visualization,Graphic Design and Screen Printing,Line Sheets, Ads, Flyers, and Posters,Communication with Domestic and Overseas Manufacturers. Additional Information: 👘 3D AI Rendering Technology: 3D AI rendering is an evolving technology, it offers great value for web pre-order sheets, social media marketing, catalogs, and look books to gauge customer interest before production. This can save significant time, capital, and resources, though some limitations may apply. I charge an adjusted rate of $75/hour for 3D rendering-related work. 👚 Garment Manufacturing Services: While I am highly experienced and well-versed in the manufacturing process, my passion lies in designing rather than managing production. Manufacturing services-such as tech-pack emails, art files, fit calls, or fabric and trim sourcing-can be time-consuming and often extend over months or even up to a year, depending on the project. Due to the complexity and length of this process, I charge an adjusted rate of $65/hour for manufacturing-related work. However, I remain fully committed to supporting you through to the completion of your physical product if this service is needed. ⏰ Project Timeline: Most projects are completed within two weeks, from initial sketches to finalized tech packs. 📜 Contract Details: To ensure smooth collaboration, I require a “weekly payment amount” of$20.00 to be specified in Upwork contracts. This prevents contracts from remaining open without active work. 👫 Let’s Collaborate! 👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏾 📩 I'm excited to discuss your project and explore how we can bring your design concepts to life. Feel free to reach out—I promise you won’t be disappointed! 🙏 Thank you, Brittany

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