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Role: Design (2025)
Process
1. Brief: Set direction with Solgaard + MoMA via Slack
2. Exploration: Built color/mood options inspired by MoMA’s palette
3. Refinement: Narrowed down ideas through feedback cycles
4. Finals: Supplied spec-ready files for production
5. Manufacture: Case produced with approved finishes
6. Launch: Released exclusively online + MoMA Store NYC
Timeline
From first sketch to launch in-store, the project took about a month. I shared concepts within 48 hours, with refinements in a week. Most of the timeline came from collaborative feedback across multiple teams.
- Exploring accents and finishes that nod to MoMA’s bold, modern aesthetic
Exploring variations. Multiple color accents tested and refined through Slack feedback.
Decision-making mockups. Narrowing down to MoMA’s final exclusive edition.
In the Wild
The case launched exclusively at the MoMA Design Store (online + New York City). It even made the homepage banner — my mum was proud.
The launch reached 2.7M+ views across social platforms — amplifying the collaboration and giving both brands more global visibility.
2.7 Million views
Through my work with Solgaard’s team, I’ve helped deliver collaborations and B2B gifting projects for brands including TED, Microsoft, Sephora, Corona, and more. The same structured process I used for MoMA × Solgaard scales across fashion, tech, and retail.”
Most projects start with coffee and a sketchpad, and end with something you’ll see in-store or online.
I'm Rick
Creative Person
Bio
Freelancing 5 years
In-house for 15 years
Finds creative solutions
Fixes design problems
Lived in 2 countries
Fascinated by culture
Love genuine people
Currently near Bristol, UK
Skills
Creative Direction
● Concepts & art direction
● Brand tone, styling, and visuals
● Across digital and physical touchpoints
Graphic Design
● Branding, labels, and packaging
● Typography, layout, and iconography
● Digital & Print design assets
Product Development
● Concept to launch support
● Packaging, materials
● Supplier-ready files
● Collaborative prototyping
● Feedback process
CV / Resume
10 years in total. 5 Years of remote freelancing. I’ve worked with marketing agencies, start-ups, and global brands. Curious by nature. Big dreamer at heart.
Touched fields:
Graphic Design
Product Development
Art Direction
User Experience (UX)
Footwear Brands
Storytelling visuals
Branding for friends
Work:
RicksCreative.co 2025+ Designer / Product Development
Remote Freelancer (full-time).
ChrisRickman.co.uk 2019 – 2024 Graphic Designer / Product Development Remote Freelancer (full-time).
Clarks.com 2013 – 2018 Product Development / Retoucher In-house. Somerset. UK (full-time).
Walktall.co.uk 2010 – 2013 Graphic Designer In-house. Somerset. UK (full-time).
Foot Shop Ltd.2008 – 2010 Graphic Designer / Admin In-house. Somerset. UK (full-time).
Approach / Principles:
Function first
User-friendly
Authentic
Distraction-free
Detailed
Honest
Good to know:
Tastefully different
Reliable & adaptable
Friendly & functional coms
Problem-solving brain
“figure it out” skills
I am driven but kind
Business targets take focus
Hobbies:
Designing products, going to Gigs, Sports, & Painting.