Hi, I’m Richard Galvan. I’m a graphic designer with 10+ years of experience crafting strategic visual designs for print and digital media. I specialize in marketing-focused advertising and brand storytelling, collaborating directly with clients and sales teams to translate business goals into effective campaigns. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy leveraging AI-assisted workflows to elevate creative outcomes.

Richard Galvan

Hi, I’m Richard Galvan. I’m a graphic designer with 10+ years of experience crafting strategic visual designs for print and digital media. I specialize in marketing-focused advertising and brand storytelling, collaborating directly with clients and sales teams to translate business goals into effective campaigns. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy leveraging AI-assisted workflows to elevate creative outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Richard Galvan. I’m a graphic designer with 10+ years of experience crafting strategic visual designs for print and digital media.

I specialize in marketing-focused advertising and brand storytelling, collaborating directly with clients and sales teams to translate business goals into effective campaigns. I thrive in fast-paced production environments and enjoy leveraging AI-assisted workflows to elevate creative outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer/Marketing Specialist at Community Impact Newspaper
October 1, 2022 - Present
Played a pivotal role in crafting compelling visual narratives for clients, showcasing their deals, locations, and overall brand offerings. Collaborated with clients and sales teams to understand advertising needs and translated concepts into visually stunning designs to captivate target audiences. Consistently awarded 'Design of the Month' and developed streamlined communication processes between sales and design teams to enhance workflow efficiency. Created impactful documents to aid sales team communication with the design department.
Production Designer at Hero Digital
November 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Designed user interfaces for various apps and mobile screens ensuring simplicity, attention to detail, and consistency. Prepared digital artwork for optimal display across phone, computer, and mobile devices. Maintained an organized and up-to-date asset library for future use and reference by external creators.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist at ProGroup
July 31, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Managed all color print and design jobs within the production department. Developed client relationships to ensure satisfaction with design needs and final printed materials. Maintained inventory of print and multimedia materials and updated graphics for ProGroup and sister company Embee Technology’s web presence and print collateral. Managed maintenance and repair of printers, coordinating with service contractors for larger repairs. Operated Laser CNC machines for digital design transfers, engraving, and cutting, ensuring quality products and timely delivery.
Graphic Designer / Photo / Video at Clover Needlecraft Inc.
October 31, 2019 - July 14, 2025
Developed interactive designs showcasing company products across brochures, flyers, banners, and digital media. Managed product packaging design from concept to final production within deadlines and budgets. Produced and edited photography and tutorial videos for product presentation and demonstration on social media and YouTube. Created large displays and coordinated marketing materials for trade shows, collaborating with marketing departments to ensure timely print production and shipping.
Marketing Associate at City of Fontana
December 31, 2016 - July 14, 2025
Developed print marketing materials for senior center events including flyers, postcards, and banners. Communicated with supervisors to receive feedback and ensure visually appealing designs to attract customers. Updated the City of Fontana website weekly with new event information and images.
Graphic Designer/Marketing Specialist at Community Impact Newspaper-Houston, TX
October 1, 2022 - Present
Played a pivotal role in crafting compelling visual narratives for clients, showcasing their deals, locations, and brand offerings. Collaborated with clients and sales teams to understand advertising needs and translated concepts into visually stunning designs. Consistently awarded "Design of the Month." Developed streamlined communication processes between sales and design teams, enhancing efficiency and workflow. Created impactful documents that facilitated clear communication and contributed significantly to the success of advertising campaigns.
Production Designer at Hero Digital-Austin, TX
November 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Played a large role in designing user interfaces for apps and mobile screens, ensuring simplicity, attention to detail, and consistency. Prepared digital artwork for optimal display on various devices. Maintained an organized and up-to-date library for future use and easy access by outside creators.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist at ProGroup-Irvine, CA
July 31, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Managed all color print and design jobs within the production department. Developed client relationships to ensure satisfaction with design needs and final print materials. Managed inventory of print and multimedia materials. Updated graphics for both ProGroup and sister company Embee Technology's web presence and print materials. Maintained printers, performed minor repairs, and contracted service workers for intensive repairs. Developed digital designs and transferred data to CNC for engraving and cuts. Established supplier and customer relations ensuring quality products and on-time delivery.
Graphic Designer / Photo / Video at Clover Needlecraft Inc.-Ontario, CA
October 31, 2019 - July 14, 2025
Developed strong interactive designs showcasing company products in various media formats including brochures, flyers, banners, and digital media. Managed packaging layout and design from start to finish and dealt with printing companies to ensure deadlines and budgets. Designed print, web, and social media advertisements, managed advertising schedules and budgets, and kept records of submissions. Produced photography and videos for company use, including tutorial videos for YouTube, managing lighting, audio, and editing. Created large displays for trade shows and worked closely with marketing to ensure timely printing and logistics.
Marketing Associate at City of Fontana-Fontana, CA
December 31, 2016 - July 14, 2025
Developed flyers, postcards, banners, and other print marketing materials for senior center events. Communicated with supervisors for feedback on marketing campaigns to ensure eye-catching designs that attract customers. Updated the City of Fontana website weekly with new events and images.
Graphic Designer at Community Impact Newspaper
October 1, 2022 - Present
Designed print and digital advertisements for local businesses with a focus on customer acquisition and marketing effectiveness; collaborated directly with clients and sales teams to translate business goals into strategic advertising solutions; developed headlines, promotional messaging, and coupon structures; utilized Adobe Creative Suite and AI-assisted tools to refine messaging and improve ad performance; provided marketing-minded creative direction beyond standard ad production; managed high-volume design workloads in a deadline-driven publication environment; streamlined communication workflows between sales and design teams to improve production efficiency.
Marketing Associate at City of Fontana
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
Designed print and digital materials promoting city programs and events; Maintained and updated website content and graphics; Supported marketing campaigns through visual communication.

Education

Associate in Graphic Design at Platt College - Central Campus - Ontario, CA
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Associate in Graphic Design at Platt College - Central Campus - Ontario, CA
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Associate of Arts in Graphic Design at Platt College
May 1, 2016 - October 1, 2019

Qualifications

Time Management
September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Time Management
September 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Government, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education