Cinematic Streetwear T-Shirt Design (Dark, High-End Graphic)

I’m looking for a skilled designer to create a completely original, cinematic-style t-shirt graphic for a premium streetwear piece.

This is NOT a basic logo or text design. The final artwork should feel like collectible album art, not standard merch.

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Concept Direction:
I will provide a clear concept after hiring.
The design should follow a dark, gritty Urban/Street narrative with strong emotional and visual impact.

Key elements will include:
• Shadowed male torso (no face focus, cinematic lighting)
• Words written/scratched across the chest (raw, imperfect style)
• A glowing metal key on a chain as a focal point
• A main phrase integrated into the design (not just placed—should interact with the artwork)

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Style:
• Dark, cinematic, high-contrast
• Realistic but stylized (not cartoon)
• Gritty textures, depth, and atmosphere
• Mixed media approach encouraged (photo-bashing, texture overlays, hand-drawn elements)
• Should feel like high-end streetwear / album artwork

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Color Direction:
• Dark tones (black, charcoal)
• Warm ember/orange highlights
• Muted overall palette (NOT bright or neon)

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Requirements:
• Designed specifically for t-shirt printing (DTG)
• Must maintain clarity and detail when printed (no muddy textures)
• Strong composition and focal hierarchy

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Deliverables:
• 4500 × 5400 px
• 300 DPI
• Print-ready (DTG friendly)
• Transparent PNG
• Editable source file (PSD or AI)

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Important:
• No stock-looking or template designs
• Must have experience with apparel graphics
• Must understand how designs translate to fabric

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To apply:
Please include:
1. Examples of apparel/t-shirt work
2. Confirmation you can create cinematic, textured designs
3. Include the word “NOTEPAD” in your proposal