Richard Samms

Richard Samms is a seasoned Senior Apparel Designer with extensive experience in the fashion industry, currently working as a Freelance Designer since May 2021. Previous roles include Senior Designer positions at BRANDS IN LTD and Global Brands Group, following a long tenure at Blues Clothing Ltd, where Richard specialized in licensed character apparel for prominent brands such as Disney and Marvel. Richard also has experience as Merchandise Manager for Queens Park Rangers Football Club, overseeing the design and procurement of merchandise, and began a career in visual merchandising with The Disney Store. Richard holds multiple master's degrees in Design Studies and Design from the University of the Arts London and Central St Martin's, respectively.