- Fashion/Styling
- Clothing Design
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Team Sports
Shaq Richard
Riverside,CA
Summary
Innovative Founder and Creative Leader with extensive experience in brand identity and product design at ROYAL.2 and various freelance projects. Proficient in strategic project management and campaign execution, fostering team collaboration to adapt to project needs. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams, merging strategic vision with practical design skills to achieve impactful outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder, Head of Product Design & Production
ROYAL.2 (Clothing Brand)
09.2015 - Current
- Enhanced brand identity through strategic marketing initiatives and targeted campaigns.
- Streamlined product development processes, aligning launches with market demands and trends.
- Optimized supply chain operations, reducing costs while maintaining inventory efficiency.
- Forged strong partnerships with manufacturers to improve overall product quality.
- Identified market needs, establishing a successful business with innovative solutions.
- Cultivated a creative organizational culture that promoted employee engagement and innovation.
Creative Director
01.2020 - Current
- Achieved cohesive brand messaging by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Secured stakeholder buy-in through compelling presentations of creative concepts.
- Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering high-quality creative content.
- Developed impactful trailers and promotional content from concept to completion.
- Cultivated long-term partnerships by building strong client relationships.
- Championed creativity by encouraging risk-taking and boundary-pushing among team members.
Production Manager
09.2015 - Current
- Enhanced merchandise design efficiency for artists through strategic production management.
- Boosted production goals by sourcing quality materials to meet customer needs.
- Ensured compliance with company standards by rigorously reviewing design specifications.
- Resolved production issues promptly to consistently meet productivity benchmarks.
- Cultivated continuous improvement culture by encouraging open team communication and feedback.
Graphic Designer
09.2015 - Current
- Increased brand awareness through innovative graphic designs for marketing campaigns.
- Managed design projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by tailoring graphic design solutions to client needs.
- Created compelling social media graphics, boosting user engagement and online visibility.
- Developed impactful logos and branding materials, elevating client brand recognition.
- Led redesign initiatives, significantly improving marketing collateral's aesthetic appeal and effectiveness.
Freelancer
01.2015 - Current
- Delivered freelance projects on time through effective planning and execution.
- Increased client satisfaction by collaboratively defining project scope and deliverables.
- Developed targeted client solutions based on thorough market research insights.
- Built professional network by attending industry events and participating in online communities.
- Tailored graphic design solutions to meet specific client branding requirements.
Photographer
01.2019 - Current
- Ensured client satisfaction by capturing high-quality images for diverse events.
- Enhanced visual appeal through expert editing in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Transformed client visions into compelling photographic narratives through collaboration.
- Scheduled and booked locations, facilitating seamless photo shoot logistics with clients.
- Conducted digital photo editing to improve overall appearance and brand consistency.
Education
High School Diploma -
JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL
Gardena, CA06-2011
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon, OR06-2015
Skills
- Creative vision development & team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Concept/Campaign development
- Content strategy
- Photography direction
- Project management expertise
- Resource coordination
- Design (Graphics, Logos, Clothing)
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Complex problem solver
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
Interests
Timeline
Creative Director
01.2020 - Current
Photographer
01.2019 - Current
Founder, Head of Product Design & Production
ROYAL.2 (Clothing Brand)
09.2015 - Current
Production Manager
09.2015 - Current
Graphic Designer
09.2015 - Current
Freelancer
01.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Portland State University