Hi, I’m Catherine J. Duque-Marchesini. I’m a Creative Art Director & Visual Designer with 8+ years of experience in web design/development, graphic design, and branding. I’ve partnered with top advertising and branding agencies to elevate brands through thoughtful design and compelling user experiences. I thrive in full lifecycle design—from concept to development—collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying current with design trends and technology to deliver engaging, business-minded outcomes.

Catherine J. Duque-Marchesini

Hi, I’m Catherine J. Duque-Marchesini. I’m a Creative Art Director & Visual Designer with 8+ years of experience in web design/development, graphic design, and branding. I’ve partnered with top advertising and branding agencies to elevate brands through thoughtful design and compelling user experiences. I thrive in full lifecycle design—from concept to development—collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying current with design trends and technology to deliver engaging, business-minded outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Catherine J. Duque-Marchesini. I’m a Creative Art Director & Visual Designer with 8+ years of experience in web design/development, graphic design, and branding. I’ve partnered with top advertising and branding agencies to elevate brands through thoughtful design and compelling user experiences.

I thrive in full lifecycle design—from concept to development—collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying current with design trends and technology to deliver engaging, business-minded outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Front-End Designer at Tru Craft Design
April 1, 2016 - October 29, 2025
Managed a portfolio of 20+ clients across multiple industries (including ESG, real estate, e-commerce, nonprofit, and construction). Collaborated with C-level executives to support brand development through website design for advertising, promotions, and social media campaigns. Designed and maintained WordPress websites, refined brand style guides, and built design systems to ensure cohesive client identities and improved conversions. Translated designs into semantic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for visually appealing, functional, and responsive interfaces, with a focus on UX. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and deliver assets on time.
Digital Content Specialist at Rock West Composites
April 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
Key contributor to the company's e-commerce migration and website redesign, supporting 3,000+ SKUs through coding, styling, restructuring, and troubleshooting to boost visits, engagement, and revenue. Collaborated with the Director of Marketing and the E-Commerce Lead Manager to ensure brand guidelines were met. Implemented mobile-responsive designs using JavaScript, Bootstrap, and CSS frameworks for a seamless user experience. Updated content and migrated long-form content from WordPress to Magento, improving site performance and content management. Optimized digital channels for SEO and usability, and presented designs to stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery.
Graphic Designer at MYS Project Management
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Contributed to rebranding efforts by developing style guides, digital designs, social media content, illustrations, and logos. Collaborated with C-level executives, including Brand Director, Managing Partner, and Web Designer, to align design strategy with business goals. Participated in brainstorming sessions to conceptually shape design strategies and visuals that reflect client needs.

Education

Front End Web Development Certification at San Diego Continuing Education
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Animation at The Art Institutes
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Qualifications

Front End Web Development Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Animation
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet