ILIJA GJORIGEV
Graphic Designer & Art Director
Graphic designer and art director with a deep focus on fashion, sport, and culture. I’ve created bold visual work for brands like BOSS and PUMA, blending strategy, style, and storytelling into every project.
From campaign design to garment graphics and digital experiences, I bring sharp creative direction and fast execution. I thrive in fast-paced environments, stay ahead of trends, and always look for new ways to push design forward.
Creative.
Precise.
Always evolving.
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Professional Experience
PUMA
Apparel Graphic Designer at Puma Motorsport
July 2025 - Present
Apparel graphic designer under PUMA Motorsport, focusing on full teamwear collections and select lifestyle projects for top global partners.
Motorsport Teamwear – Graphics for Garments (Ferrari, Porsche, BMW, Aston Martin, Formula 1)
• Created original apparel graphics from scratch based on partner briefs, blending their brand identity with PUMA’s design language.
• Developed graphics for racewear, training apparel, and fanwear, ensuring cohesion across categories and brand alignment.
Creative Process & Visual Direction
• Contributed to moodboards, trend research, and visual storytelling, translating seasonal inspiration into performance-driven graphics.
• Supported visual direction across collections, adapting design approaches to suit each partner’s tone and motorsport positioning.
Technical & Software Experience
• Used Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Clo3D for graphic creation, colorways, and realistic garment visualizations.
• Supported internal reviews and external presentations through 3D visualization and layout design.
• Involved in PLM workflows, managing graphics across development stages and supporting production processes.
Production & Development Support
• Participated in tech pack creation, sampling coordination, and vendor communication to ensure graphic accuracy and execution.
• Delivered production-ready artwork and supported updates throughout development to maintain consistency and quality standards.
Key Relationships
• Collaborated with design leads, product managers, and partner teams throughout the design process.
•Presented design concepts in both internal and external meetings, ensuring full alignment across all stakeholders and creative teams.
Motorsport Teamwear – Graphics for Garments (Ferrari, Porsche, BMW, Aston Martin, Formula 1)
• Created original apparel graphics from scratch based on partner briefs, blending their brand identity with PUMA’s design language.
• Developed graphics for racewear, training apparel, and fanwear, ensuring cohesion across categories and brand alignment.
Creative Process & Visual Direction
• Contributed to moodboards, trend research, and visual storytelling, translating seasonal inspiration into performance-driven graphics.
• Supported visual direction across collections, adapting design approaches to suit each partner’s tone and motorsport positioning.
Technical & Software Experience
• Used Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Clo3D for graphic creation, colorways, and realistic garment visualizations.
• Supported internal reviews and external presentations through 3D visualization and layout design.
• Involved in PLM workflows, managing graphics across development stages and supporting production processes.
Production & Development Support
• Participated in tech pack creation, sampling coordination, and vendor communication to ensure graphic accuracy and execution.
• Delivered production-ready artwork and supported updates throughout development to maintain consistency and quality standards.
Key Relationships
• Collaborated with design leads, product managers, and partner teams throughout the design process.
•Presented design concepts in both internal and external meetings, ensuring full alignment across all stakeholders and creative teams.
HUGO BOSS
Intern Apparel Graphic Designer at BOSS Green
January 2025 - June 2025
Apparel graphic designer under the BOSS, focusing on creating innovative and brand-aligned visuals for activewear collections.
Boss Green– Graphics for Garments (SU26, FA26 & WI26)
•Designed graphics for Boss Green’s SU26, FA26 and WI26 collections, including a special collaboration with another brand.
Boss Green– Regular Collection (SU26, FA26 & WI26)
•Created graphics for Tennis Heritage Lifestyle, Training Core, Advanced Commuter, and Golf Lifestyle lines.
•Supported and updated graphics for the Spring/Summer 2026 regular Boss Green collection, including special collaborations.
Technical & Software Experience
•PLM: Learning and using the system for importing garments.
•Clo3D: Completed three basic Clo3D training sessions, including graphics training and colorway sketching.
•Used Clo3D for presenting graphics, preparing colorways, and garment visuals for internal reviews.
Graphics & Production Development
•Worked with various embroidery techniques and researched new print techniques for innovative applications.
•Designed both placed graphics and all-over prints, ensuring alignment with brand identity and seasonal concepts.
•Managed strike-offs, material trials, quality control, and matching processes to maintain high production standards.
Production & Vendor Collaboration
•Prepared tech packs, documentation, and send-outs for graphic production.
•Collaborated with vendors to sample and refine graphics for final production.
Key Relationships
•Worked closely with Jersey Designers, Outerwear Designers, and Trims Designers to ensure cohesive graphic integration.
•Collaborated with Concept Designers and Development Teams to align graphics with seasonal themes.
•Engaged with the Creative Director to refine and present final graphic concepts.
Boss Green– Graphics for Garments (SU26, FA26 & WI26)
•Designed graphics for Boss Green’s SU26, FA26 and WI26 collections, including a special collaboration with another brand.
Boss Green– Regular Collection (SU26, FA26 & WI26)
•Created graphics for Tennis Heritage Lifestyle, Training Core, Advanced Commuter, and Golf Lifestyle lines.
•Supported and updated graphics for the Spring/Summer 2026 regular Boss Green collection, including special collaborations.
Technical & Software Experience
•PLM: Learning and using the system for importing garments.
•Clo3D: Completed three basic Clo3D training sessions, including graphics training and colorway sketching.
•Used Clo3D for presenting graphics, preparing colorways, and garment visuals for internal reviews.
Graphics & Production Development
•Worked with various embroidery techniques and researched new print techniques for innovative applications.
•Designed both placed graphics and all-over prints, ensuring alignment with brand identity and seasonal concepts.
•Managed strike-offs, material trials, quality control, and matching processes to maintain high production standards.
Production & Vendor Collaboration
•Prepared tech packs, documentation, and send-outs for graphic production.
•Collaborated with vendors to sample and refine graphics for final production.
Key Relationships
•Worked closely with Jersey Designers, Outerwear Designers, and Trims Designers to ensure cohesive graphic integration.
•Collaborated with Concept Designers and Development Teams to align graphics with seasonal themes.
•Engaged with the Creative Director to refine and present final graphic concepts.
FORGOTTEN
Founder and Creative director
April 2022 - June 2025
As a co-founder of the brand FORGOTTEN, I have successfully combined my passion for fashion and streetwear with my creativity and user experience expertise.
• Marketing Leadership: I lead all marketing campaigns to increase brand recognition and target audiences unfamiliar with our brand. Through strategic marketing efforts, we have achieved notable brand awareness in Italy, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.
• Photoshoot Management: I oversee the planning and execution of all photoshoots, from conceptualization to final implementation, ensuring that each visual aligns with our brand identity.
• Event Organization: I am responsible for the preparation and organization of pop-up events, ensuring each event effectively promotes our brand and engages our audience.
In addition to my creative and design responsibilities, I handle various operational tasks:
• Production Management: Oversee product orders and production management, particularly for products manufactured outside the EU.
• Customs and Accounting: Manage customs and accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Problem Solving: Address bureaucratic challenges, learning from experienced mentors and expanding my professional network to enhance my skills in business and project management.
Through these diverse responsibilities, I continually grow and advance in leading the company and managing projects effectively.
• Marketing Leadership: I lead all marketing campaigns to increase brand recognition and target audiences unfamiliar with our brand. Through strategic marketing efforts, we have achieved notable brand awareness in Italy, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.
• Photoshoot Management: I oversee the planning and execution of all photoshoots, from conceptualization to final implementation, ensuring that each visual aligns with our brand identity.
• Event Organization: I am responsible for the preparation and organization of pop-up events, ensuring each event effectively promotes our brand and engages our audience.
In addition to my creative and design responsibilities, I handle various operational tasks:
• Production Management: Oversee product orders and production management, particularly for products manufactured outside the EU.
• Customs and Accounting: Manage customs and accounting procedures, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Problem Solving: Address bureaucratic challenges, learning from experienced mentors and expanding my professional network to enhance my skills in business and project management.
Through these diverse responsibilities, I continually grow and advance in leading the company and managing projects effectively.
OVERLOUD
Founder and Creative director
September 2021 - December 2023
At Overloud, a community-driven initiative for sneaker enthusiasts, I was responsible for shaping the brand’s visual identity, creating engaging digital content, and managing the Instagram page. I curated fashion news and regularly posted content to keep our audience updated on new sneaker releases and cultural trends. Additionally, I was the host of the first fashion and sneaker podcast in Slovenia, the Overloud podcast, where I led discussions on the latest trends in fashion, music, lifestyle, and pop culture.
My responsibilities extended to conducting trend research, ensuring that Overloud remained at the forefront of sneaker culture and lifestyle movements. Through creative execution and a strong understanding of our community’s interests, I helped build a cohesive brand experience across various platforms, which further solidified Overloud as a trusted source of information and inspiration for sneaker enthusiasts and beyond.
My responsibilities extended to conducting trend research, ensuring that Overloud remained at the forefront of sneaker culture and lifestyle movements. Through creative execution and a strong understanding of our community’s interests, I helped build a cohesive brand experience across various platforms, which further solidified Overloud as a trusted source of information and inspiration for sneaker enthusiasts and beyond.
KINGSBOX
Industrial Designer
November 2018 - November 2023
3D Modeler and Production Planner • Design and Development: Create detailed 3D models and production plans, specializing in functional sports equipment that meets rigorous standards of performance and durability.
• Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers to ensure seamless production processes, identifying and resolving issues promptly to maintain high-quality outputs.
• 3D Visualizations: Produce realistic 3D visualizations of gym projects tailored to customer preferences using KeyShot, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
• Data Management: Oversee the management and encryption of product data, maintaining comprehensive records for all assemblies to ensure accuracy and security.
• Technical Support: Provide expert technical support and issue resolution for customers, coordinating effectively with the sales department to deliver exceptional service.
• Order Management: Handle customer orders meticulously, ensuring each product aligns with specific customer requirements and preferences.In addition to my core responsibilities, I have led numerous custom projects and interior designs for functional gym areas for major fitness chains across the EU, UK, and Emirates. Notable clients include CleverFit, Gyms4you, and ONAir. I have frequently managed projects tailored to customer specifications, often involving significant technical challenges.
Moreover, I have overseen the layout and design for all trade shows where KingsBox was present, including our highly successful participation in FIBO.
• Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with suppliers to ensure seamless production processes, identifying and resolving issues promptly to maintain high-quality outputs.
• 3D Visualizations: Produce realistic 3D visualizations of gym projects tailored to customer preferences using KeyShot, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
• Data Management: Oversee the management and encryption of product data, maintaining comprehensive records for all assemblies to ensure accuracy and security.
• Technical Support: Provide expert technical support and issue resolution for customers, coordinating effectively with the sales department to deliver exceptional service.
• Order Management: Handle customer orders meticulously, ensuring each product aligns with specific customer requirements and preferences.In addition to my core responsibilities, I have led numerous custom projects and interior designs for functional gym areas for major fitness chains across the EU, UK, and Emirates. Notable clients include CleverFit, Gyms4you, and ONAir. I have frequently managed projects tailored to customer specifications, often involving significant technical challenges.
Moreover, I have overseen the layout and design for all trade shows where KingsBox was present, including our highly successful participation in FIBO.
Skills
Design Tools
Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, KeyShot, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
Web Design
WebFlow, UI/UX Design, Responsive Design, Figma
Branding
Visual Identity, Graphic Design, Brand Consulting