Graduate and Family Custom T-shirt Design

Project Title:

Design a Custom Graduation T-Shirt Collection (Graduate + Family Set)

Project Description:

I am seeking a creative graphic designer to develop a set of custom graduation T-shirts that honor my academic journey and celebrate my family’s support.

I am graduating with a total of seven degrees, including my doctorate, and want a shirt that reflects my story of resilience and achievement. The shirts will be used in a professional family photoshoot, so the design must be bold, polished, and visually striking.

The set will include:

1 graduate shirt (mine): Unique, more detailed, and celebratory. Must highlight my doctorate and 7 degrees, along with my story (from 1.5 GPA in high school to 4.0 GPA in graduate school).

Family shirts (5 total): Simpler, complementary versions for my daughters (ages 25, 7, 5) and my grandchildren (ages 5, 4, 3). These should coordinate with my shirt while keeping the focus on the graduate.

Design Elements to Include:

Text such as “Proud Daughter of Dr. J. West” / “Proud Grandchild of Dr. J. West”

Themes: Against All Odds, 7 Degrees, Legacy, Family Pride

Degree abbreviations: AAS, BA, MRE, MAR, MBA, MACC, DHCA

Possible visuals: books, ladder of success, graduation caps, shield/banner, GPA journey (1.5 → 4.0).

Colors: navy, royal blue, purple, gold, black, white (designer can suggest best combos).

Deliverables:

At least 3–5 unique design concepts.

Print-ready files (AI, PSD, PNG, vector).

Mockups on actual T-shirts to visualize the final look.

Ideal Candidate:

Experienced in T-shirt design (portfolio required).

Skilled with graduation, milestone, or family event themes.

Able to create a coordinated set (one standout design + family variations).

Strong communicator who can provide revisions until the designs are finalized.

Budget:

(Open to fair proposals — willing to pay for quality and creativity.)