Portland Oregon , USA
John Ariola
I'm a creative who’s passion comes from breathing life to an idea—something that resonates with people and makes an impact. What drives me is the process of taking a rough idea and shaping it into something meaningful and useful. Through my studies in Design & Innovation Management and Merchandising Management at Oregon State University, I’ve had the chance to work closely with cross-functional teams, lead design sprints, and use project management tools to bring projects from early sketches to polished outcomes. That experience deepened my love for the strategy and structure that go into making ideas actually happen.
I’m also the co-founder and creative director of Monroe Studios, a lifestyle label focused on premium alternative streetwear. We’re all about slow fashion—creating timeless, well-crafted pieces that reflect both style and sustainability.
SKILLS
Prototyping
Garment Construction
Pattern Drafting
Concept Sketching
Technical Packages
2D/3D design & sketching
Microsoft Suite
Content Creation
Miro
Asana
Entrepreneurship
Design Research
Event Planning
UX/Service design
Adobe Suite
Project Management
Idea Visualization
Sketch Noting
Marketing
Trello
Let’s Work Together.
Portland, Oregon
John.ariola85@gmail.com