Hi, I am Giselle Martinez, a first-generation college graduate from two Mexican immigrant parents. I have lived in San Diego all my life and look forward to a graphic design career here. Studying at San Diego City College and San Diego State University gained me skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, print design, web design, UX/UI, packaging design, 3-D sculpting, and more. I strengthened my life skills such as time management, organization, task management, and receiving and giving feedback. As an empathetic person, not only do I show empathy towards those around me, it can also be seen in my work. As a designer, this characteristic of mine helps me get a better understanding of a client, try to build a comfortable space, and connect with their emotions to convey a design that fits their needs, and improve user experience on a design. I am passionate about listening to music daily, which made me want to join this field to eventually create designs such as album covers, posters, and advertisements for musicians. Along the way, I also developed an interest in becoming an in-house designer for a corporation, because I like being an addition to a community. Below is my portfolio link _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Giselle Martinez

Hi, I am Giselle Martinez, a first-generation college graduate from two Mexican immigrant parents. I have lived in San Diego all my life and look forward to a graphic design career here. Studying at San Diego City College and San Diego State University gained me skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, print design, web design, UX/UI, packaging design, 3-D sculpting, and more. I strengthened my life skills such as time management, organization, task management, and receiving and giving feedback. As an empathetic person, not only do I show empathy towards those around me, it can also be seen in my work. As a designer, this characteristic of mine helps me get a better understanding of a client, try to build a comfortable space, and connect with their emotions to convey a design that fits their needs, and improve user experience on a design. I am passionate about listening to music daily, which made me want to join this field to eventually create designs such as album covers, posters, and advertisements for musicians. Along the way, I also developed an interest in becoming an in-house designer for a corporation, because I like being an addition to a community. Below is my portfolio link _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Hi, I am Giselle Martinez, a first-generation college graduate from two Mexican immigrant parents. I have lived in San Diego all my life and look forward to a graphic design career here. Studying at San Diego City College and San Diego State University gained me skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, print design, web design, UX/UI, packaging design, 3-D sculpting, and more. I strengthened my life skills such as time management, organization, task management, and receiving and giving feedback.

As an empathetic person, not only do I show empathy towards those around me, it can also be seen in my work. As a designer, this characteristic of mine helps me get a better understanding of a client, try to build a comfortable space, and connect with their emotions to convey a design that fits their needs, and improve user experience on a design.

I am passionate about listening to music daily, which made me want to join this field to eventually create designs such as album covers, posters, and advertisements for musicians. Along the way, I also developed an interest in becoming an in-house designer for a corporation, because I like being an addition to a community.

Below is my portfolio link
Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

E-commerce Small Business Owner
January 1, 2026 - Present
Owned and operated an e-commerce business; responsibilities included illustration, SEO optimization, brand creation, product photography, product shipping, and social media advertising.
E-commerce Small Business Owner at Self-Employed / Personal Brand
January 1, 2026 - Present
Built and managed an online shop focused on illustration, branding, product photography, SEO, and social media advertising. Oversaw ordering, shipping, and customer service to drive growth.
Graphic Designer - Freelancer at All Floors Carpet Cleaning
January 1, 2026 - Present
Designed and produced branded merchandise for expos, ensuring alignment with All Floors Carpet Cleaning's aesthetic. Responsibilities included concept development, layout, and production-ready files, as well as collaborating with clients to maintain brand consistency across collateral.
E-commerce Small Business Owner at Self-Employed
January 1, 2026 - Present
Founded and operated an online store, applying illustration, SEO optimization, brand creation, product photography, shipping logistics, and social media advertising to grow brand awareness and sales.
Graphic Design - Freelancer at Self-employed
January 1, 2026 - Present
Created visually appealing merchandise for expos, adhering to clients' brand aesthetics. Notably developed collateral and product designs for All Floors Carpet Cleaning, including logos, posters, and social media graphics that maintained a consistent brand voice and contributed to event presence.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Emphasis in Graphic Design at San Diego State University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Ceramics, Three-Dimensional Design, Freehand Drawing II at San Diego City College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Emphasis in Graphic Design at San Diego State University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Graphic Design Coursework (Ceramics, Three-Dimensional Design, Freehand Drawing II) at San Diego City College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Arts Degree with Emphasis in Graphic Design at San Diego State University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Ceramics, Three-Dimensional Design, Freehand Drawing II at San Diego City College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Dean's List
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Award Winner - Black by Design
January 1, 2024 - April 15, 2026
SDSU Gallery Wall Label - Researcher & Writer
January 1, 2023 - April 15, 2026

Industry Experience

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