Eric Potts
Fletcher
Summary
Senior Apparel Graphic Designer with over 30 years of real-world experience in the decorated apparel industry, expertly blending creative vision with hands-on knowledge of the screen printing process, and embellishment techniques. Demonstrated a strategic approach to the creative workflow and management of private-label and licensed apparel lines. Passionate about brand development, utilizing the latest Adobe CC software and separation techniques, towards achieving superior print production outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Design and Production
Atlantis Sportswer, Inc.
Piqua
11.2024 - Current
- Direct the design and production teams to enhance quality and efficiency.
- Streamlined production workflow, achieving a 25% reduction in lead times.
Production Manager
Augusta Sportswear Brands
Sidney
11.2020 - 11.2024
- Drive measurable improvements in production workflow and team performance.
- Foster a positive team environment, mentor staff to enhance skills, and contribute to overall team cohesion.
- Manage remote design team and decoration production teams of up to 30 people.
Separation Specialist
Augusta Sportswear Brands
Sidney
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Collaborate with the Decoration Manager and the Design team on workflow and quality issues to increase efficiency and reduce lead times.
- Streamlined the separation process for direct-to-screen imaging, resulting in noticeable improvements in print accuracy and press setup times.
Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
Piqua
11.2015 - 05.2019
- Lead and mentor a team of up to 12 associates, continuously exceeding sales goals, and achieving 95% shelf availability.
- Lead the pre-inventory team and reduce completion time by 20%.
- Completed DS Premier Management training, achieving an 'Excellent' rating.
Senior Graphic Designer
Screen Works
Dayton
03.2009 - 11.2015
- Develop brand-right graphics for private label and licensed apparel lines.
- Attend press checks and approve strike-offs, ensuring quality and brand standards are met.
- Utilize the latest Adobe graphics software and separation techniques.
Founder/Shop Owner
FanGear Sportswear
Fletcher
09.2004 - 09.2009
- Founded a custom screen printing shop, providing spirit wear fundraising programs to local primary schools.
- Opened a retail apparel store in 2005, resulting in a 35% increase in sales.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Graphics
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH05-1994
High School Diploma -
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Englewood, OH05-1991
Skills
- Production workflow
- Team management
- Brand development
- Apparel graphics design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Licensed apparel
- Screen printing
- Screen printing separations
Websites
Timeline
Director of Design and Production
Atlantis Sportswer, Inc.
11.2024 - Current
Production Manager
Augusta Sportswear Brands
11.2020 - 11.2024
Separation Specialist
Augusta Sportswear Brands
06.2019 - 11.2021
Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
11.2015 - 05.2019
Senior Graphic Designer
Screen Works
03.2009 - 11.2015
Founder/Shop Owner
FanGear Sportswear
09.2004 - 09.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Graphics
Sinclair Community College
High School Diploma -
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
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