Hi, I'm Alex Zarate, a passionate graphic designer based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in creating compelling visual stories through brand identity, presentation design, motion graphics, and digital campaigns. With a background in animation and visual effects, I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategy to every project. Throughout my career, I've collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to develop marketing assets that enhance brand presence and engagement. I enjoy combining my skills in motion graphics and web design to deliver engaging content that drives results. Fluent in Spanish, I embrace effective communication to connect with diverse audiences and clients.

Alex Zarate

Hi, I'm Alex Zarate, a passionate graphic designer based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in creating compelling visual stories through brand identity, presentation design, motion graphics, and digital campaigns. With a background in animation and visual effects, I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategy to every project. Throughout my career, I've collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to develop marketing assets that enhance brand presence and engagement. I enjoy combining my skills in motion graphics and web design to deliver engaging content that drives results. Fluent in Spanish, I embrace effective communication to connect with diverse audiences and clients.

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Hi, I’m Alex Zarate, a passionate graphic designer based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in creating compelling visual stories through brand identity, presentation design, motion graphics, and digital campaigns. With a background in animation and visual effects, I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategy to every project.

Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to develop marketing assets that enhance brand presence and engagement. I enjoy combining my skills in motion graphics and web design to deliver engaging content that drives results. Fluent in Spanish, I embrace effective communication to connect with diverse audiences and clients.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Baker Home Energy
August 1, 2025 - August 30, 2025
Managed company website using WordPress and Unbounce with HTML/CSS to support seasonal campaigns and promotions. Developed and applied brand identity systems across marketing assets to ensure consistent and impactful brand storytelling. Created motion graphics and animated social ads using After Effects for paid and organic campaigns. Developed PowerPoint presentations for executives aligned with brand and company goals. Collaborated with strategists, copywriters, and developers to translate briefs into creative concepts integrating research insights into campaign deliverables. Drafted internal announcements and press-style communications ensuring consistent branding across channels. Contributed to design system assets by standardizing reusable templates, typography, and color schemes for scalable use. Conducted campaign performance analysis for proper tracking, user engagement, and lead generation reports.
Social Media Manager at Emjaye Inspired, LLC
January 1, 2022 - August 30, 2025
Developed and managed the brand’s social media presence, increasing following by 11% and boosting post engagement by over 75% through a strategic content calendar. Created monthly email newsletter campaigns via Mailchimp achieving average open rates of 22%. Implemented a monthly content calendar ensuring consistent posting, aligned messaging with marketing goals, and streamlined content planning across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
Photo Editor / Production Assistant at The Walt Disney Company | D23 Expo
September 30, 2022 - August 30, 2025
Edited and retouched event photography for publishing across Disney’s social media, press outlets, and internal communications. Collaborated with photographers and production staff to ensure consistent visual quality and on-brand storytelling. Supported on-location photo production by coordinating shoots, managing workflow, and overseeing timely delivery of high-quality assets.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Animation & Visual Effects at The Los Angeles Film School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet