Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 20+ years of experience in publishing, packaging, print, and digital design. I specialize in creating original illustrations, editorial layouts, and print-ready visual assets that support clear visual storytelling. I collaborate with editorial and marketing teams to align visuals with instructional and promotional goals. I’m detail-oriented, consistent in quality across long-running projects, and experienced in both traditional print workflows and digital production.…

CARLITO B. ARELLANO JR.

Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 20+ years of experience in publishing, packaging, print, and digital design. I specialize in creating original illustrations, editorial layouts, and print-ready visual assets that support clear visual storytelling. I collaborate with editorial and marketing teams to align visuals with instructional and promotional goals. I’m detail-oriented, consistent in quality across long-running projects, and experienced in both traditional print workflows and digital production.…

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Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 20+ years of experience in publishing, packaging, print, and digital design. I specialize in creating original illustrations, editorial layouts, and print-ready visual assets that support clear visual storytelling.

I collaborate with editorial and marketing teams to align visuals with instructional and promotional goals. I’m detail-oriented, consistent in quality across long-running projects, and experienced in both traditional print workflows and digital production.

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Work Experience

Graphic Artist / Freelance at RC Zapata Design Group – Project 3
May 1, 2023 - Present
Produced vector illustrations and designed magazine/annual layouts, brochures, and other print materials. Delivered project-based visual assets with print-ready quality and consistent style across deliverables.
Graphic Arst / Freelance (Project Basis only) at RC Zapata Design Group – Project 3
May 1, 2023 - Present
Produced vector illustrations and designed magazine, annual, and brochure layouts for print materials.
Graphic Designer / Illustrator at Math Xplorers Inc.
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Created original illustrations and creative layouts for educational publications. Collaborated with editorial teams to align visuals with instructional content and learning objectives.
Graphic Designer / Illustrator at Math Xplorers Inc. – California, USA
October 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Created original illustrations and creative layouts for educational publications. Collaborated with editorial teams to align visuals with instructional content.
Graphic Designer / Illustrator at Divine Word Publishing Inc.
November 1, 2012 - December 1, 2021
Designed illustrations, layouts, and book compositions for elementary and high school reference materials. Produced consistent, high-quality visual assets across multiple publications and projects, maintaining visual continuity and production readiness.
Graphic Designer / Illustrator at Divine Word Publishing Inc. – Quezon City
November 1, 2012 - December 1, 2021
Designed illustrations, layouts, and book compositions for elementary and high school reference materials. Produced consistent, high-quality visual assets across multiple publications and projects.
Web Produc(ion) Specialist at iVENTURES
November 1, 2011 - October 1, 2012
Retouched images and prepared visual assets for web design and product implementation. Assisted with branding, web layouts, and digital marketing materials.
Web Production Specialist at iVENTURES – Ortigas, Pasig City
November 1, 2011 - October 1, 2012
Retouched images and prepared visual assets for web design and product implementation. Assisted in branding, web layouts, and digital marketing materials.
Web Design Specialist at LWS Media
April 1, 2009 - November 1, 2011
Implemented web designs and visual elements for online platforms. Supported branding, advertising, and website development projects by preparing and refining visual content for publication.
Web Design Specialist at LWS Media – Ortigas Center, Pasig City
April 1, 2009 - November 1, 2011
Implemented web designs and visual elements for online platforms. Supported branding, advertising, and website development projects.
Layout Artist / Illustrator at St. Marín de Porres Publications
March 1, 2006 - February 1, 2009
Created book layouts and illustrations for educational materials. Ensured visual consistency and print-ready quality for publications while supporting long-term editorial production requirements.
Layout Artist / Illustrator at St. Marín de Porres Publications – Tay, Manila
March 1, 2006 - February 1, 2009
Created book layouts and illustrations for educational materials. Ensured visual consistency and print-ready quality for publications.
Graphic Designer at Precision Crestech Inc.
February 1, 2004 - August 1, 2004
Designed packaging and promotional materials for various clients. Worked on print production across both PC and Mac platforms.
Graphic Designer at Precision Crestech Inc. – Pasig City
February 1, 2004 - August 1, 2004
Designed packaging and promotional materials for various clients. Worked on both PC and Mac platforms for print production.
Graphic Artist at Hyperube Graphics Design
June 1, 2003 - February 1, 2004
Developed advertisement concepts and graphic layouts for competitive global markets.
Graphic Artist at Hyperube Graphics Design – Pasig City
June 1, 2003 - February 1, 2004
Developed advertisement concepts and graphic layouts for competitive global markets.
Graphic Artist at RC Zapata Design Group
October 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Produced illustrations, paintings, and layouts for print materials.
Graphic Artist at RC Zapata Design Group – Pasig City
October 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
Produced illustrations, paintings, and layouts for print materials.
Layout Artist / Illustrator at Trinitas Publishing House
November 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000
Designed and illustrated books for kindergarten, elementary, and high school levels. Utilized both PC and Mac platforms for layout and illustration work.
Layout Artist / Illustrator at Trinitas Publishing House – Quezon City
November 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000
Designed and illustrated books for kindergarten, elementary, and high school levels. Utilized both PC and Mac platforms for layout and illustration work.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Painting) at University of the Philippines – Diliman
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996
Secondary Education at Rizal High School
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1991
Primary Education at Dr. Sixto Antonio Elementary School
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1987
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting at University of the Philippines - Diliman
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996
Secondary Education at Rizal High School
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1991
Primary Education at Dr. Sixto Antonio Elementary School
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1987

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Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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