Diamond T Promotional Gear
Vinyl Graphics, Print design and Print production.
Diamond T Promotional Gear is a screen printing shop that also offers embroidery, signage, and vehicle wrap services.
When I first joined the company, my role focused on creating screen printing graphics. After a year, I advanced to designing vinyl graphics, including vehicle wraps. Currently, my primary responsibilities involve designing vehicle graphics and overseeing print production operations.
Vinyl graphics
Designing graphics for vehicles, walls, and window decals involves unique challenges and considerations. Vehicle graphics can vary in complexity due to factors such as size, ergonomics, and surface condition. Most of our vehicle design projects are for companies and police departments, which often require customized and professional designs. In contrast, walls and window decals typically involve different processes. While measuring and planning these surfaces can be straightforward, the scale of the projects often makes the layout process detailed.
Layout
Once the measurements are taken, they are inputed into Flexi. This app streamlines the printing process by handling cutlines and print layouts. Next, I’ll create shapes corresponding to the measurements, which will serve as canvases for the design. If the design becomes more complex, I’ll switch to Adobe Illustrator for greater precision and then convert the final design into a Flex-compatible file.
The next step is to create a design that aligns with the customer's vision. This will be accomplished by sending proofs for their review to gauge their preferences. Once a design is selected, I will prepare the artwork for print. Vehicle designs sometimes require creating cut files for logos or adding bleed to the overlapping areas where two designs meet.
Example of how I named sections to assist in identifying the design layout.
Example of layout for car door panels shown in different colors. This helps identify the sections when printing and for arrangement in order to save material.
Example of a cut line that has been incorporated into the design, it is shown as a light green line that will not be printed. It will act as a guide for the cutter.
Oconee County Emergency Services
This truck wrap was created for Oconee County Emergency Services. The design is simple yet highly versatile, allowing it to be applied across various vehicles and equipment. This approach ensures brand consistency for Oconee County Emergency Services while maintaining a practical design that optimizes both cost and time.
Seneca High School Athletics Locker Room.
The High School requested motivational words displayed across the locker room walls to inspire focus and positive energy. Additional signs highlight core values reinforcing the school's culture. Bold typography and school colors create a motivating, pride-filled environment for athletes.
Tri-County ACE Van
This design was created for Tri-County ACE. The customer requested a medal texture design, presenting a challenge for both the artwork and installation. The design had to be modified during production to maintain its quality.
Boykin Spaniel Outfitters
I created new T-shirt designs for Boykin Spaniel Outfitters. I developed five unique designs, each featuring a different style to offer variety in the online store.
