l am a Creative Media professional and Leeward Community College graduate specializing in brand identity and visual storytelling, With a technical toolkit that spans the Adobe Creative Suite-including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Lightroom-l blend digital painting and photography to create cohesive brand experiences. My background is unique: while managing operations and instruction at a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, i've applied my design skills to real-world logo development and brand building. I thrive in collaborative, like-minded environments and am looking for a full-time, in-house design role where can continue to learn, grow, and push creative boundaries.

Miguel Ares

l am a Creative Media professional and Leeward Community College graduate specializing in brand identity and visual storytelling, With a technical toolkit that spans the Adobe Creative Suite-including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Lightroom-l blend digital painting and photography to create cohesive brand experiences. My background is unique: while managing operations and instruction at a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, i've applied my design skills to real-world logo development and brand building. I thrive in collaborative, like-minded environments and am looking for a full-time, in-house design role where can continue to learn, grow, and push creative boundaries.

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l am a Creative Media professional and Leeward Community College graduate specializing in brand identity and visual storytelling, With a technical toolkit that spans the Adobe Creative Suite-including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Lightroom-l blend digital painting and photography to create cohesive brand experiences.
My background is unique: while managing operations and instruction at a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, i’ve applied my design skills to real-world logo development and brand building. I thrive in collaborative, like-minded environments and am looking for a full-time, in-house design role where can continue to learn, grow, and push creative boundaries.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Program Coordinator / Operations Manager at Gracie Barra Kapolei
November 1, 2020 - Present
Managed online leads, scheduled free introductory classes, and drove merchandise and membership sales. Handled cashiering, business administration, data entry, and payment updates. Led teaching for kids and adults and supervised staff, contributing to streamlined operations and improved member experience.
Order Fulfilment Associate at Home Depot Kapolei
October 1, 2019 - November 1, 2020
Picked products for online orders and will-calls, constructed pallets for shipping, and maintained accurate packing processes. Held forklift and reach truck license to assist in daily logistics.
Truck Yard Hand at FCS
December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019
Grounds keeping and assisted with truck repair and maintenance, supporting yard operations and vehicle readiness.

Education

Associate degree in Digital Media/Creative Media at Leeward Community College
August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Certificate Of Competence In Digital Photography at Leeward Community College
August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025

Qualifications

Forklift and Reach License
January 11, 2030 - May 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    Island Building Consulting logo Design
    This is a logo I made for Island Building Consulting. The client was very pleased. logo graphicdesigner designer