Hi, I’m Ana Rivera, a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Austin, TX. I bring 6+ years of experience crafting visual identities, branded assets, and design systems. I’m passionate about character design, layout, and creating cohesive brand visuals across print and digital platforms. I thrive in fast-paced environments and focus on visual storytelling, typography, and design consistency. I’m the founder of Studio Glitchcraft, a freelance design practice delivering branding, illustration, and visual content for independent clients and creative projects. I manage the full project lifecycle—from concept to final delivery—and I’m expanding into motion design and animated branding to help brands stand out.…

Ana Rivera

Hi, I’m Ana Rivera, a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Austin, TX. I bring 6+ years of experience crafting visual identities, branded assets, and design systems. I’m passionate about character design, layout, and creating cohesive brand visuals across print and digital platforms. I thrive in fast-paced environments and focus on visual storytelling, typography, and design consistency. I’m the founder of Studio Glitchcraft, a freelance design practice delivering branding, illustration, and visual content for independent clients and creative projects. I manage the full project lifecycle—from concept to final delivery—and I’m expanding into motion design and animated branding to help brands stand out.…

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Hi, I’m Ana Rivera, a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Austin, TX. I bring 6+ years of experience crafting visual identities, branded assets, and design systems. I’m passionate about character design, layout, and creating cohesive brand visuals across print and digital platforms. I thrive in fast-paced environments and focus on visual storytelling, typography, and design consistency.

I’m the founder of Studio Glitchcraft, a freelance design practice delivering branding, illustration, and visual content for independent clients and creative projects. I manage the full project lifecycle—from concept to final delivery—and I’m expanding into motion design and animated branding to help brands stand out.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Lead Designer at Studio Glitchcraft
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founded and operate an independent graphic design studio delivering branding, illustration, and visual design solutions for clients and creative projects. Created custom book cover designs for print. Design logos, visual identities, and branded assets for small businesses, creators, and independent projects. Specialized in character design, stylized branding, and cohesive visual systems for niche audiences. Produce print-ready and digital assets, ensuring scalability across platforms and formats. Manage full project lifecycle, including concept development, client communication, revisions, and final delivery. Expand into motion design and animated branding assets.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Independent / Fiverr / Upwork
June 1, 2021 - Present
Designed brand identities, logos, and visual assets for small businesses, streamers, and content creators. Created character concepts, turnarounds, and illustrations for games, comics, and personal commissions. Developed layouts for trading cards, merchandise, and editorial-style compositions. Delivered high-quality assets optimized for print and digital use (PSD, AI, PDF, PNG). Collaborated with clients through iterative design feedback to refine visual direction.
Graphic Designer (Marketing Production Focus) at Kopa Real Estate
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed a wide range of visual assets, including brochures, social media graphics, email layouts, and branded marketing materials. Produced and edited video content with motion graphics to support brand storytelling. Maintained brand consistency across digital and print platforms. Designed layouts and visual systems for web content, improving clarity and user experience. Created high-volume design output in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. Produced high-performing visual content contributing to increased engagement across digital platforms. Conducted A/B testing on platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Mailchimp to optimize engagement and conversions.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Cervo Media Group Inc
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Redesigned website layouts and improved mobile responsiveness using visual hierarchy and layout principles. Created branded graphics and digital assets aligned with client identity systems. Delivered consistent, high-quality design work under tight timelines.
Concept Artist at LuxArk Somnium Studios
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Designed original characters and visual concepts for an indie sci-fi game. Produced turnarounds, pose sheets, and world-building visuals. Maintained stylistic consistency across multiple assets and collaborators.
Graphic Artist / Illustrator at Primary Deviance
October 1, 2018 - November 1, 2019
Created character designs and illustrated sequential artwork for a YA graphic novel. Designed panel layouts, typography, and visual storytelling elements. Produced print-ready and web-optimized illustrations.

Education

Bachelor's of Viusal and Performing Arts at California State University - San Marcos
August 1, 2014 - May 23, 2016
I earned my B.A. in Visual & Performing Arts from California State University San Marcos, where I focused on design, illustration, and digital media. During my time there, I was an active member of the Prophecies and Oddities Design & Web Committee, where I contributed to the branding, promotion, and digital materials for student-led events. I also participated in several campus stage productions and art competitions, gaining hands-on experience in both visual storytelling and collaborative creative work across disciplines.
B.A. Arts & Technology at California State University San Marcos
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Qualifications

Webflow 101
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Gained hands-on experience with visual web development fundamentals, including layout, responsive design, CMS integration, and animation tools. Confident in building custom, client-ready websites without relying on templates or code-heavy workflows.
Google Ads Search Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
Webflow 101 Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Gaming, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    paper Luxury Home Tour, Filming, Production and Editing— 15116 Sunningdale St

    Project Overview
    For this luxury property at 15116 Sunningdale St, I handled the entire production process — from filming on location to final edit delivery.
    My goal was to create a clean, high-end real estate walkthrough that feels cinematic without being distracting, allowing the home itself to remain the focal point.

    paper Floyd County Character Test

    I was able to get permission to showcase my character design test for Floyd County’s opening as a character designer on their hit show, Hit Monkey. I was a close runner-up for the position.