Hi there! I'm Jesús Mendoza, a passionate Illustrator and Graphic Designer based in Aguascalientes, Mexico. I create visual identities, characters, and graphic assets for fashion, film, e-commerce, engineering, and culture. I specialize in digital illustration, creative direction, and visual storytelling, and I work with Adobe CC, Procreate, AI-based tools, and collaborative project management to bring ideas to life. Hi, I'm a collaborative problem-solver who loves turning concepts into bold, memorable visuals that resonate with audiences and clients alike.

Jesús Mendoza

Hi there! I'm Jesús Mendoza, a passionate Illustrator and Graphic Designer based in Aguascalientes, Mexico. I create visual identities, characters, and graphic assets for fashion, film, e-commerce, engineering, and culture. I specialize in digital illustration, creative direction, and visual storytelling, and I work with Adobe CC, Procreate, AI-based tools, and collaborative project management to bring ideas to life. Hi, I'm a collaborative problem-solver who loves turning concepts into bold, memorable visuals that resonate with audiences and clients alike.

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Hi there! I’m Jesús Mendoza, a passionate Illustrator and Graphic Designer based in Aguascalientes, Mexico. I create visual identities, characters, and graphic assets for fashion, film, e-commerce, engineering, and culture. I specialize in digital illustration, creative direction, and visual storytelling, and I work with Adobe CC, Procreate, AI-based tools, and collaborative project management to bring ideas to life.

Hi, I’m a collaborative problem-solver who loves turning concepts into bold, memorable visuals that resonate with audiences and clients alike.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Chesst.Design
January 1, 2014 - Present
Created illustrations, characters, and designs for social media, posters, tattoos, and graphic products. Developed full visual identities, logos, and brand manuals tailored to each client.
Co-Founder / Lead Illustrator & Designer at El Mitote Creative Shop
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Developed graphic products such as t-shirts, labels, jewelry, postcards, and promotional materials. Led creative direction and collaborative projects.
Junior Graphic Designer / Creative at Mook Ideas
April 1, 2017 - February 1, 2018
Designed branding, labels, characters, and illustrations for emerging brands. Worked closely with the creative director.
Seasonal Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Insane Co.
April 1, 2017 - Present
Designed illustrations and assets for streetwear apparel and prepared files for screen printing.
Junior Graphic Designer (Volunteer) at José Guadalupe Posada Museum
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Designed editorial layout for the 2nd Print making Biennial book.
Seasonal Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Insane Co.
April 1, 2017 - Present
Designed illustrations and assets for streetwear apparel and prepared files for screen printing.
Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Chesst.Design
January 1, 2014 - Present
Created illustrations, characters, and designs for social media, posters, tattoos, and graphic products. Developed full visual identities, logos, and brand manuals tailored to each client.
Lead Illustrator & Graphic Designer at LITMX
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Hybrid role leading design and branding projects for clients in fashion, engineering, sports, and retail. Presented visual proposals directly to clients with a high approval rate. Produced illustrations, assets, and promotional materials.
Lead Illustrator & Graphic Designer at LITMX
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Remote role providing creative direction and producing graphic content for social media, campaigns, and branding.
Creative Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Nebula Film Festival
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2023
Redesigned the festival’s visual identity, including characters and event graphics. Strengthened the brand by aligning visual elements with the audience.
Creative Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Ñe Diseño
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Create visual identities, social media content, packaging, and editorial pieces. Handled large-format printing and vinyl plotting.
Lead Illustrator & Designer at El Mitote Creative Shop
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Developed graphic products such as t-shirts, labels, jewelry, postcards, and promotional materials. Led creative direction and collaborative projects.
Lead Illustrator & Graphic Designer at LITMX
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2023
Performed design and branding for clients in fashion, engineering, sports, and retail. Presented visual proposals directly to clients with a high approval rate. Produced illustrations, assets, and promotional materials.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design (Incomplete Credits) at Autonomous University of Aguascalientes
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Character Illustration Workshop
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Creative Project Pricing Workshop
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Creative Business Incubation
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Illustration Workshop with Trockz
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Character Design Workshop
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Character Design Workshop 'Characters with Personality'
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
How to Sell Yourself Module
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
AI Designer or Not AI Design
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

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