Jason Acuna
Summary
Designer with natural gifts in design with a broad understanding of the surf culture that I have been a part of my whole life. Consistently recognized for fresh and innovative ideas within the Action Sports Industry. Excellent self-promotion, interpersonal and active listening skills. 25+ years of creative design. 7 years of working internationally and having a broad understanding of the impact of designing for global brands. Started the artist collaboration inside the surf industry with Paul Frank/OBEY.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer
Captain Fin- Liberated Brands
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Created engaging presentations showcasing design work for client pitches, winning numerous high-value contracts for the company.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment for creativity to thrive.
- Optimized product assortment by analyzing sales data, identifying opportunities for improvement based on customer preferences and trends.
- Collaborated effectively with marketing teams to create visually captivating campaigns that showcased new collections successfully.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing premium materials at competitive prices for improved profitability.
- Oversaw successful seasonal collection launches, coordinating efforts across design, production, and marketing teams to achieve desired results.
Senior Designer
Quiksilver
08.2009 - 07.2022
- Conceptualization of the Quiksilver Waterman line, SMU/colab designer
- Oversee all seasonal branding concepts and application
- Fabric direction
- Color story by season/delivery
- Fit Direction
- All development comments, color, pitches, strike offs, fabrics and trims
- Manage the creation & maintenance of season's product presentation assets
- Assist in line merchandising
- Manage seasonal branding concepts and application
- Stay in tune with the needs of the market & customer base
- Stay up with e competition's product
- Understand & assist in the merchandising of each category
- Responsible for all product design integrity
- Manage all steps of the cut & sew design process
- Work closely with product developer and merchandiser on a daily basis
- Present all products at seasonal line reviews and sales meetings
Designer/Company Owner
Captain Fin
10.2008 - 01.2010
Senior Designer
Rip Curl
04.2008 - 08.2009
- Designed woven shirts and knits
Senior Designer Accessories
Paul Frank Industries
05.1995 - 06.2008
Designer- All Categories
RVCA
06.2005 - 05.2007
Education
High School Diploma -
Huntington Beach High School
Huntington Beach, CA06-1988
Skills
- P>Originality
- P>Brand expertise
- P>Proficient in Adobe suite
- P>Project Management
- P>Teamwork skills
- Digital illustration
- Print design
- Visual storytelling
- Design leadership
- Project Management
- Color theory
- Adobe Creative Suite
Accomplishments
1999 NSSA National Champion Longboarding
Sponsored by various manufactures: Robert August, Bruce Jones, Dano Surfboards
Various Art shows in California and Australia
Started Captain Fin
Ex Porsche Mechanic
Ex Computer Board shaper
Timeline
Senior Designer
Captain Fin- Liberated Brands
06.2022 - 05.2024
Senior Designer
Quiksilver
08.2009 - 07.2022
Designer/Company Owner
Captain Fin
10.2008 - 01.2010
Senior Designer
Rip Curl
04.2008 - 08.2009
Designer- All Categories
RVCA
06.2005 - 05.2007
Senior Designer Accessories
Paul Frank Industries
05.1995 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Huntington Beach High School
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