Hi, I'm Harley Aquino, a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with 7+ years of experience in branding, digital illustration, and visual communication. I enjoy developing cohesive visuals for digital and print platforms, from brand identities to social graphics. I thrive on crafting design systems and messaging that resonate with audiences and meet business goals. Based in Dubai, I currently work on freelance and collaborative projects across branding, illustration, and product design.…

Harley Aquino

Hi, I'm Harley Aquino, a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with 7+ years of experience in branding, digital illustration, and visual communication. I enjoy developing cohesive visuals for digital and print platforms, from brand identities to social graphics. I thrive on crafting design systems and messaging that resonate with audiences and meet business goals. Based in Dubai, I currently work on freelance and collaborative projects across branding, illustration, and product design.…

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Hi, I’m Harley Aquino, a creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with 7+ years of experience in branding, digital illustration, and visual communication. I enjoy developing cohesive visuals for digital and print platforms, from brand identities to social graphics.

I thrive on crafting design systems and messaging that resonate with audiences and meet business goals. Based in Dubai, I currently work on freelance and collaborative projects across branding, illustration, and product design.

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Language

English
Advanced
Tagalog
Advanced

Work Experience

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATOR / DESIGNER at JGA Studios
January 31, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Designed editorial content for marketing materials for 20+ long term clients. Developed print and digital brochures tailored for marketing campaigns. Conceptualized and designed product packaging for commercial clients.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at JGAS Studios - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2025 - September 4, 2025
Designed editorial content for marketing materials for 20+ long-term clients. Developed print and digital brochures tailored for marketing campaigns. Conceptualized and designed product packaging for commercial clients.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at JG Studios - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Designed editorial content for marketing materials for 20+ long-term clients. Developed print and digital brochures tailored for marketing campaigns. Conceptualized and designed product packaging for commercial clients.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at JG A Studios - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Designed editorial content for marketing materials for 20+ long-term clients. Developed print and digital brochures tailored for marketing campaigns. Conceptualized and designed product packaging for commercial clients.
GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATOR / DESIGNER at Nick Automatic
October 31, 2022 - August 3, 2025
Created social media layouts and content for brand pages and e-commerce platforms. Designed apparel graphics, packaging, and visual assets for product launches. Illustrated T-shirt designs and prepared tech packs for production and printing.
Founder & Creative Director at Nick Automatic
October 2, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Created social media layouts and content for brand pages and e-commerce platforms. Designed apparel graphics, packaging, and visual assets for product launches. Illustrated T-shirt designs and prepared tech packs for production and printing.
Founder & Creative Director at Nick Automatic
October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Created social media layouts and content for brand pages and e-commerce platforms. Designed apparel graphics, packaging, and visual assets for product launches. Illustrated T-shirt designs and prepared tech packs for production and printing.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at Nick Automatic - Marikina City, Philippines
October 1, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Created social media layouts and content for brand pages and e-commerce platforms. Designed apparel graphics, packaging, and visual assets for product launches. Illustrated T-shirt designs and prepared tech packs for production and printing.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at Nick Automatic - Marikina City, Philippines
October 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Created social media layouts and content for brand pages and e-commerce platforms. Designed apparel graphics, packaging, and visual assets for product launches. Illustrated T-shirt designs and prepared tech packs for production and printing.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at Nick Automatic - Marikina City, Philippines
October 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Created social media layouts and content for brand pages and e-commerce platforms. Designed apparel graphics, packaging, and visual assets for product launches. Illustrated T-shirt designs and prepared tech packs for production and printing.
GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATOR / DESIGNER - ON THE JOB TRAINEE (OJT) at FEU Publications
May 31, 2022 - August 3, 2025
Created book cover designs and graphic illustration used in over 20 product lines. Improved visual branding across social platforms and increased engagement by 30%.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at FEU Publications
May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Created book cover designs and graphic illustrations used in over 20 product lines. Improved visual branding across social platforms and increased engagement by 30%.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer - On The Job Trainee (OJT) at FEU Publications - Manila City, Philippines
May 1, 2022 - September 4, 2025
Created book cover designs and graphic illustrations used in over 20 product lines. Improved visual branding across social platforms, increasing engagement by 30%.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer - On The Job Trainee (OJT) at FEU Publications - Manila City, Philippines
May 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Created book cover designs and graphic illustrations used in over 20 product lines. Improved visual branding across social platforms increasing engagement by 30%.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer - On The Job Trainee (OJT) at FEU Publications - Manila City, Philippines
May 1, 2022 - August 26, 2025
Created book cover designs and graphic illustrations used in over 20 product lines. Improved visual branding across social platforms, increasing engagement by 30%.
Graphic Illustrator / Designer at JGAS Studios
May 1, 2017 - Present
Built brand identity, logo, and overall design system. Produced high-quality apparel with strong attention to print quality. Led brand direction, marketing strategy, and seasonal releases. Managed e-commerce operations and customer experiences; subculture.
Founder & Creative Director at Subculture Co. - Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
May 1, 2017 - Present
Built brand identity, logo, and overall design system. Produced high-quality apparel emphasizing print quality. Led brand direction, marketing strategy, and seasonal releases. Managed e-commerce operations and customer experience.
Founder & Creative Director at Subculture Co. - Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
May 1, 2017 - Present
Built brand identity, logo, and overall design system. Produced high-quality apparel with strong attention to print quality. Led brand direction, marketing strategy, and seasonal releases. Managed e-commerce operations and customer experience.
Founder & Creative Director at Subculture Co. - Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
May 1, 2017 - Present
Built brand identity, logo, and overall design system. Produced high-quality apparel with strong attention to print quality. Led brand direction, marketing strategy, and seasonal releases. Managed e-commerce operations and customer experience.
FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR at stab subculture co.
May 1, 2017 - Present
Built brand identity, logo, and overall design system. Produced high-quality apparel with strong attention to print quality. Led brand direction, marketing strategy, and seasonal releases. Managed e-commerce operations and customer experience.

Education

GENERAL ACADEMIC STRAND at Santo Niño School of Roxas
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2018
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS MAJOR IN VISUAL COMMUNICATION at Far Eastern University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at Far Eastern University - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
General Academic Strand (High School) at Santo Niño School of Roxas - Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at Far Eastern University - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
General Academic Strand (High School) at Santo Niño School of Roxas - Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Visual Communication at Far Eastern University - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024
General Academic Strand (High School) at Santo Niño School of Roxas - Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major in Visual Communication at Far Eastern University, Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
General Academic Strand (High School) at Santo Niño School of Roxas, Roxas, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major in Visual Communication at Far Eastern University - Manila City, Philippines
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
General Academic Strand (High School) at Santo Niño School of Roxas - Roxas City, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025

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Industry Experience

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

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