I’m Kevin Lopez, a graphic designer and 3D artist based in Hayward, CA. I specialize in packaging, branding, and visual systems with a strong focus on the cannabis industry. I take projects from concept to final production, creating high-impact packaging, 3D visuals, and motion assets for established brands. I combine refined creative execution with real-world production knowledge to deliver designs that are visually compelling and print-ready. I thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving creative demands, collaborating closely with clients and printers to ensure color accuracy, finishes, and production integrity. My approach blends creative strategy with hands-on production know-how. I enjoy shaping coherent branding systems and packaging that stand out on shelves while remaining practical for manufacturing. I’m excited to continue delivering polished, production-ready work under tight timelines and helping brands tell their story through strong visuals.

Kevin Lopez

I’m Kevin Lopez, a graphic designer and 3D artist based in Hayward, CA. I specialize in packaging, branding, and visual systems with a strong focus on the cannabis industry. I take projects from concept to final production, creating high-impact packaging, 3D visuals, and motion assets for established brands. I combine refined creative execution with real-world production knowledge to deliver designs that are visually compelling and print-ready. I thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving creative demands, collaborating closely with clients and printers to ensure color accuracy, finishes, and production integrity. My approach blends creative strategy with hands-on production know-how. I enjoy shaping coherent branding systems and packaging that stand out on shelves while remaining practical for manufacturing. I’m excited to continue delivering polished, production-ready work under tight timelines and helping brands tell their story through strong visuals.

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I’m Kevin Lopez, a graphic designer and 3D artist based in Hayward, CA. I specialize in packaging, branding, and visual systems with a strong focus on the cannabis industry. I take projects from concept to final production, creating high-impact packaging, 3D visuals, and motion assets for established brands. I combine refined creative execution with real-world production knowledge to deliver designs that are visually compelling and print-ready. I thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving creative demands, collaborating closely with clients and printers to ensure color accuracy, finishes, and production integrity.

My approach blends creative strategy with hands-on production know-how. I enjoy shaping coherent branding systems and packaging that stand out on shelves while remaining practical for manufacturing. I’m excited to continue delivering polished, production-ready work under tight timelines and helping brands tell their story through strong visuals.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer & 3D Artist at Independent / Freelance
February 1, 2024 - Present
Design packaging, branding systems, and visual assets for cannabis brands. Create 3D stills and animations used for marketing, product launches, and social content. Deliver print-ready packaging files with accurate dielines, materials, and specifications. Collaborate directly with clients to refine concepts, manage revisions, and meet deadlines, delivering high-quality creative under tight timelines without sacrificing polish.
Graphic Designer at GSO Printing
July 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024
Led packaging and branding projects from concept through print production; designed logos, labels, patterns, and packaging assets for multiple cannabis brands; coordinated with printers to ensure color accuracy, finishes, and production integrity; executed packaging projects for BackpackBoyz, Cannatique, Turtle Pie, Goonies, and others; balanced multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining consistent quality.
Autonomous Vehicle Test Engineer / R&D Support at Zoox
April 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
Selected to support R&D planning teams, assisting in testing and refinement of planner and driver algorithms for full and conditional autonomy; conducted structured and unstructured driving missions; triaged vehicle behavior using internal visualization tools; analyzed planner corridors, LiDAR, radar, sensor fusion, and camera data; collaborated with engineering, computer vision, infrastructure, and vehicle operations teams to identify software issues and edge cases; assisted with testing for experimental builds and VIP demos; used Linux-based tools for troubleshooting and documentation.

Education

Portfolio School at The Academy at GS&P (Portfolio School)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
at Academy of Art University
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services