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Hi, I’m Aurora Malherbe Alvarez, an Illustrator, Creative Designer, Entrepreneur, and Business Owner with over 15 years in the studio art and design industry. I lead projects from concept through completion, overseeing budgeting, coordination, and administration, and I enjoy collaborating with creatives to deliver impactful murals, branding, and multimedia installations. I’ve built a practice that blends craft with business, managing budgets, contracts, and fundraising, while mentoring teams and fostering community-focused campaigns. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts with a focus on Illustration and Digital Design, and I’m known for leadership, problem-solving, and delivering under tight deadlines.…Hi, I’m Aurora Malherbe Alvarez, an Illustrator, Creative Designer, Entrepreneur, and Business Owner with over 15 years in the studio art and design industry. I lead projects from concept through completion, overseeing budgeting, coordination, and administration, and I enjoy collaborating with creatives to deliver impactful murals, branding, and multimedia installations. I’ve built a practice that blends craft with business, managing budgets, contracts, and fundraising, while mentoring teams and fostering community-focused campaigns. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts with a focus on Illustration and Digital Design, and I’m known for leadership, problem-solving, and delivering under tight deadlines.

Aurora Malherbe Alvarez

Creative Director, Art Director, Graphic Designer, +3

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Hi, I’m Aurora Malherbe Alvarez, an Illustrator, Creative Designer, Entrepreneur, and Business Owner with over 15 years in the studio art and design industry. I lead projects from concept through completion, overseeing budgeting, coordination, and administration, and I enjoy collaborating with creatives to deliver impactful murals, branding, and multimedia installations. I’ve built a practice that blends craft with business, managing budgets, contracts, and fundraising, while mentoring teams and fostering community-focused campaigns. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts with a focus on Illustration and Digital Design, and I’m known for leadership, problem-solving, and delivering under tight deadlines.…Hi, I’m Aurora Malherbe Alvarez, an Illustrator, Creative Designer, Entrepreneur, and Business Owner with over 15 years in the studio art and design industry. I lead projects from concept through completion, overseeing budgeting, coordination, and administration, and I enjoy collaborating with creatives to deliver impactful murals, branding, and multimedia installations. I’ve built a practice that blends craft with business, managing budgets, contracts, and fundraising, while mentoring teams and fostering community-focused campaigns. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts with a focus on Illustration and Digital Design, and I’m known for leadership, problem-solving, and delivering under tight deadlines.

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Hi, I’m Aurora Malherbe Alvarez, an Illustrator, Creative Designer, Entrepreneur, and Business Owner with over 15 years in the studio art and design industry. I lead projects from concept through completion, overseeing budgeting, coordination, and administration, and I enjoy collaborating with creatives to deliver impactful murals, branding, and multimedia installations.

I’ve built a practice that blends craft with business, managing budgets, contracts, and fundraising, while mentoring teams and fostering community-focused campaigns. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts with a focus on Illustration and Digital Design, and I’m known for leadership, problem-solving, and delivering under tight deadlines.

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Spanish; Castilian

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Work Experience

Creative Director at Birth of Aurora Designs LLC

January 1, 2022 - Present

Lead creative and administrative operations for multidisciplinary art and design projects. Develop and oversee concept direction, budgeting, and client communications for murals, branding, and multimedia installations. Manage partnerships, contracts, and funding proposals for municipal, non-profit, and entertainment clients. Supervise creative teams and ensure projects align with sustainability, community impact, and compliance objectives. Prepare design documentation, pitch decks, and progress reports. Collaborate with fabrication, construction, and management teams on-site to meet contractual and design objectives.

Scenic & Mural Designer at Vivache Designs LLC

August 1, 2022 - October 25, 2025

On-site art direction, team management, and artist collaborations for large-scale murals and architectural artworks for public and commercial spaces. Create renderings, proposals, and surface treatments; ensure quality control and timely project completion; collaborate across fabrication and construction teams to meet design objectives.

Assistant Store Manager at AT&T

November 1, 2012 - October 25, 2025

Supported daily retail operations, sales performance, and brand standards for a high-traffic telecoms store.

Freelance Multimedia Designer at Freelance / Independent

January 1, 2015 - Present

Develop and deliver creative services for non-profits, small businesses, and independent clients. Manage client outreach, budgets, contracts, and deliverables. Produce digital illustration, branding, and print-ready campaigns using eco-conscious materials and methods.

Creative Director at Birth of Aurora Designs LLC

January 1, 2022 - Present

Lead creative and administrative operations for multidisciplinary art and design projects. Develop and oversee concept direction, budgeting, and client communications for murals, branding, and multimedia installations. Manage partnerships, contracts, and funding proposals for municipal, nonprofit, and entertainment clients. Supervise creative teams and ensure projects align with sustainability, community impact, and compliance objectives. Prepare design documentation, pitch decks, and progress reports. On-site coordination with clients and artists.

Scenic & Mural Designer | Art Department Collaborator at Viva che Designs LLC

August 1, 2022 - October 25, 2025

Supported large-scale murals and architectural artwork for public and commercial spaces. Created renderings, proposals, and surface treatments; ensured quality control and project completion on scope and schedule. Collaborated cross-functionally with fabrication, construction, and management teams on-site to meet contract and design objectives.

Assistant Store Manager at AT&T

November 1, 2012 - October 25, 2025

Supported daily retail operations, sales performance, and brand standards for a high-traffic telecoms store.

Freelance Multimedia Designer

January 1, 2015 - Present

Develop and deliver creative services for nonprofits, small businesses, and independent clients. Manage client outreach, budgets, contracts, and deliverables. Produce digital illustration, branding, and print-ready campaigns using eco-conscious materials and methods.

Freelance Projects Graphic Designer at Inland Valley Volunteer Resource Center / AVID Tutor & Visual Aide / Monrovia Unified School District / Gary Garner Art Collection

January 1, 2015 - Present

Provide graphic design and educational support for community initiatives and school projects. Collaborate with educators and stakeholders on visuals, branding, and documentation.

Creative Director at Birth of Aurora Designs LLC

January 1, 2022 - Present

Lead creative and administrative operations for multidisciplinary art and design projects. Develop and oversee concept direction, budgeting, and client communications for murals, branding, and multimedia installations. Manage partnerships, contracts, and funding proposals for municipal, nonprofit, and entertainment clients. Supervise creative teams and ensure projects align with sustainability, community impact, and compliance objectives. Prepare design documentation, pitch decks, and progress reports.

Scenic & Mural Designer, Art Department Collaborator at Vivache Designs LLC

August 1, 2022 - October 25, 2025

Core responsibilities include on-site mural design and execution, collaboration with fabrication and construction teams, and management of milestones for large-scale public and commercial spaces.

Assistant Store Manager at AT&T

November 1, 2012 - October 25, 2025

Supported daily retail operations, sales performance, and brand standards for a high-traffic telecommunications store.

Freelance Multimedia Designer at Freelance / Independent

January 1, 2015 - Present

Develop and deliver creative services for nonprofits, small businesses, and independent clients. Manage client outreach, budget planning, contracts, and deliverables. Produce digital illustration, branding, and print-ready campaigns using eco-conscious materials and methods.