BRANDON M. FOWLER
New York, NY ¨ 202.277.5862 ¨ bfowlerlv@hotmail.com
Print designer with 15+ years of NYC fashion experience leading seasonal direction, concept storytelling, and textile development for women's RTW. Known for translating trend insights into commercially driven print narratives that align with brand strategy and resonate across markets. Skilled in guiding development from initial concept through production-ready execution, mentoring design teams, and maintaining visual consistency across multi-category collections. Currently Senior Print Designer at Zelouf International.
EXPERIENCE
ZELOUF INTERNATIONAL, New York, NY
Senior Print/ Lead Designer | 12/2024– Present
Define seasonal print direction across women's RTW collections, establishing motif strategy, palettes, and concept stories aligned with trend forecasting and merchandising priorities
Translate market research into commercially viable print concepts deployed across multiple assortments each season
Oversee full print approval pipeline in collaboration with mills and internal partners, ensuring aesthetic consistency from artwork through final strike-off
Lead and mentor design team on print execution standards, workflow efficiency, and production best practices
Develop seasonal concept and color boards that serve as the creative roadmap for each collection
ZELOUF INTERNATIONAL, New York, NY
CAD/Print Designer | 08/2018 – 12/2024
Produced original and sourced textile prints supporting seasonal assortment needs across multiple product categories, developing production-ready repeats, engineered placements, and colorways
Managed artwork development in NedGraphics and Adobe Creative Suite from initial concept through mill-ready execution
Partnered with mills and production teams to ensure accuracy across strike-offs, maintaining design integrity at every stage
Collaborated cross-functionally with design teams to align print selections with brand identity and seasonal commercial goals
MICHELIN STAR, New York, NY
CAD/Print Designer | 05/2016 – 06/2018
Designed textile prints across multiple fashion categories, contributing to cohesive seasonal narratives and product launches
Worked closely with design teams to ensure prints reinforced brand aesthetic and collection themes
Prepared detailed technical print packages and artwork files, improving clarity of vendor communication and accelerating production timelines
BALSA ATHLETICA, New York, NY
Freelance Print & CAD Designer | 11/2015 – 04/2016
Developed custom textile prints for activewear from concept through production-ready artwork, ensuring performance-appropriate scaling, placement, and repeat accuracy
ALVIN VALLEY, New York, NY
Designer | 03/2012 – 10/2015
Collaborated directly with Creative Director on tailored suiting, separates, and eveningwear collections across multiple seasons
Researched trends and built concept boards that shaped seasonal design direction
Sourced textiles and managed strike-off, lab dip, and colorway approvals to protect design integrity through production
Coordinated sample room workflow and supported development timelines across concurrent projects
HALSTON, New York, NY
Assistant Designer | 01/2010 – 11/2011
Contributed to RTW collections across woven and knit categories, supporting full design development cycle
Created CAD prints and embroideries for seasonal collections; developed technical flats in collaboration with technical design teams
Assisted with showroom styling and model casting, including direct collaboration on a project involving Sarah Jessica Parker
Early Freelance & Consulting (2009–2012)
Kaufman Franco · Brian Reyes · Max Mara Fashion Group · Express
Supported design development, special event dressing, and seasonal assortment needs across a range of NYC-based fashion brands
EDUCATION
Parsons the New School for Design
Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Design
Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Design
The University of the District of Columbia
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Seasonal Print Direction & Storytelling
Textile & Surface Design Development
Trend Translation & Concept Boards
Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
NedGraphics (Easy Coloring)
Repeat Creation, Engineered Placement & Color Development
Production & Mill Collaboration
Cross-Functional Team Partnership