Nick Mendoza

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Art Director at Tao Group Hospitality
October 10, 2016 - January 15, 2025
Led creative direction for hospitality brands, shaping brand identity and integrated campaigns across print, digital, and experiential channels; managed cross-functional teams and external agencies; drove inclusive, data-informed design decisions.
Senior Designer at NVE Experience Agency
January 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025
Developed brand identities and design systems for experiential marketing programs; collaborated with strategists, producers, and clients to deliver impactful campaigns across print and digital touchpoints.
Brand Design Consultant at Patina Group
January 1, 2015 - October 9, 2025
Provided brand design consulting for hospitality and lifestyle clients; built scalable visual systems and assets including logos, guidelines, and campaigns; partnered with clients to translate brand strategy into creative deliverables.
Brand Design Consultant at sbe Lifestyle Hospitality
January 1, 2014 - October 9, 2025
Delivered brand identity and system design for luxury hospitality properties; crafted campaigns across print and digital channels; collaborated with marketing and development teams to ensure cohesive brand experiences.
Lead Designer at 944 Magazine
January 1, 2012 - October 9, 2025
Directed editorial and brand design for a leading lifestyle publication; oversaw layout, typography, and visual storytelling; aligned with marketing to produce print and digital assets.
Graphic Designer at Modern Luxury Media
December 31, 2009 - October 8, 2025
Created visual concepts for luxury magazines, advertising, and marketing materials; prepared print-ready files and proofs; contributed to cross-channel brand consistency.
Senior Art Director at Tao Group Hospitality
January 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Senior Designer at NVE Experience Agency
January 1, 2016 - October 24, 2025
Brand Design Consultant at Patina Group
January 1, 2015 - October 24, 2025
Brand Design Consultant at sbe Lifestyle Hospitality
January 1, 2014 - October 24, 2025
Lead Designer at 944 Magazine
January 1, 2012 - October 24, 2025
Graphic Designer at Modern Luxury Media
January 1, 2010 - October 24, 2025

Education

Web Design at Glendale Community College
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014
BFA, Graphic Design at California State University, Fullerton
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007
Web Design at Glendale Community College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
BFA, Graphic Design at California State University, Fullerton
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services, Other