Hello, I’m Carlos Avina, a Senior Graphic Designer focused on visual design, broadcast motion graphics, and print collateral. I enjoy creating on-air identities, logos, and identity systems across platforms, and I value collaboration and contributing to projects from concept to delivery. I’m inspired by a wide range of media—film, music, and literature—that shape my approach. I believe in building strong working relationships and leading teams toward cohesive, high-impact outcomes, while delivering polished design that supports strategic goals.…

Carlos Avina

Hello, I’m Carlos Avina, a Senior Graphic Designer focused on visual design, broadcast motion graphics, and print collateral. I enjoy creating on-air identities, logos, and identity systems across platforms, and I value collaboration and contributing to projects from concept to delivery. I’m inspired by a wide range of media—film, music, and literature—that shape my approach. I believe in building strong working relationships and leading teams toward cohesive, high-impact outcomes, while delivering polished design that supports strategic goals.…

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Hello, I’m Carlos Avina, a Senior Graphic Designer focused on visual design, broadcast motion graphics, and print collateral. I enjoy creating on-air identities, logos, and identity systems across platforms, and I value collaboration and contributing to projects from concept to delivery.

I’m inspired by a wide range of media—film, music, and literature—that shape my approach. I believe in building strong working relationships and leading teams toward cohesive, high-impact outcomes, while delivering polished design that supports strategic goals.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Camp Pendleton
January 1, 1995 - October 1, 2025
Design and production of news ads and direct mail layouts; in-store identity and promotional items; point of purchase displays, signage, cards, posters and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and created estimates.
Senior Designer/Art Director at Conover Design
May 1, 1997 - October 1, 2025
Design of logos, identity programs, collateral, direct mail and promotional pieces; web design and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and create estimates. Surveys, directories, etc.
Graphics & Motion Graphics Designer at KFMB Stations
October 1, 2018 - October 1, 2025
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast elements and logos, design and production of printed identity systems and collateral material. Responsibilities included management of projects and preparation of electronic files for press, print supervision and art direction.
Senior Designer/Art Director at FOX 5 / KUSI News Stations
May 1, 2019 - Present
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast animation elements and logos. Print design and production. Collaboration with clients to develop and produce corporate ads such as San Diego Charger Girls—opening animations, seasonal promotional materials for Charger Girls Calendar and various community service programs. Worked with creative producers and service departments as liaison between the news department, technical directors and the creative department for all graphic and design needs. Created award-winning graphics for KFMB’s Year End 2004 Spot, Force 8, Adopt 8, and Countdown To 2000.
Graphic Designer at Camp Pendleton
December 31, 1995 - October 24, 2025
Design and production of news ads, direct mail layouts, in-store identity and promotional items; signage, badges, posters and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and created estimates.
Senior Designer/Art Director at Conover Design
May 31, 1997 - October 24, 2025
Design of logos, identity programs, collateral, direct mail and promotional pieces, web design and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and created estimates.
Senior Graphic Designer at KFMB Stations
October 1, 2018 - October 24, 2025
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast elements and logos, and design/production of printed identity systems and collateral material. Responsibilities included project management and preparation of electronic files for press, print supervision and art direction.
Graphic Designer / Motion Graphic Designer at FOX 5 / KUSI News Stations
May 1, 2019 - Present
Design of on-air identities; production of broadcast animation elements and logos. Print design and production. Collaborated with clients to develop and produce corporate ads such as San Diego Chargers opening animations, seasonal promotional materials for Chargers Calendar, and various community service programs. Served as liaison between the news department, technical directors and the creative department for all graphics and design needs. Created award-winning graphics for KFMB’s Year End 2004 Spot, Force 8, Adopt 8, and Countdown To 2000.
Senior Graphic Designer at KFMB Stations
May 1, 1997 - October 1, 2018
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast elements and logos; design and production of printed identity systems and collateral material; responsibilities included project management and preparation of electronic files for press, print supervision, and art direction.
Graphic Designer at FOX 5 / KUSI News Stations
May 1, 2019 - Present
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast animation elements and logos; print design and production. Collaborated with clients to develop and produce corporate ads (e.g., Chargers) and seasonal promotional materials; liaised with news, technical, and creative teams for cohesive branding.
Graphic Designer at Conover Design
January 1, 1995 - May 1, 1997
Design of logos, identity programs, collateral, direct mail and promotional pieces; web design and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and creation of estimates.
Graphic Designer at Camp Pendleton
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1995
Design and production of news ads and direct mail layouts; in-store identity and promotional items; point-of-purchase displays, signage, cards, posters and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and creation of estimates; surveys and directories.
Graphic Designer & Motion Graphic Designer at FOX 5 / KUSI News Stations
May 1, 2019 - Present
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast animation elements and logos. Print design and production. Collaborated with clients to develop and produce corporate ads such as Chargers Girls – opening animations and seasonal promotional materials. Served as liaison between the news department, technical directors and the creative department for all graphic and design needs. Created award-winning graphics including KFMB’s Year End 2004 Spot, Force 8, Adopt 8, Countdown To 2000.
Senior Designer / Art Director at Conover Design
January 1, 1995 - May 1, 1997
Design of logos, identity programs, collateral, direct mail and promotional pieces, web design and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and created estimates.
Graphic Designer / Motion Graphics Designer at FOX 5 / KUSI News Stations
May 1, 2019 - Present
Design of on-air identities, production of broadcast animation elements and logos. Print design and production. Collaborated with clients to develop corporate ads such as San Diego Chargers opening animations and seasonal promotional materials.
Graphics & Motion Graphics Designer at FOX 5 / KUSI News Stations
May 1, 2019 - March 1, 2026
Design of on-air identities and production of broadcast animation elements and logos. Print design and production. Collaborated with clients to develop and produce corporate ads, such as opening animations and promotional materials, and served as liaison between news, technical, and creative departments to fulfill graphic needs.
Senior Designer/Art Director at Conover Design
January 1, 1995 - May 1, 1997
Design of logos, identity programs, collateral, direct mail and promotional pieces, web design and branding programs. Art direction, print supervision, and preparation of estimates.

Education

Graphic Design Studies at Palomar College
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992
at Palomar College
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992
Graphic Design Coursework at Palomar College
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992
Graphic Design Studies at Palomar College
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992
Associate Degree at Palomar College
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992
Graphic Design Studies at Palomar College
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1992

Qualifications

Pacific Southwest Emmy Award - Animation/Graphic Design
January 1, 2004 - October 1, 2025
Promax Award - Special Project
January 1, 2000 - October 1, 2025
Promax Award - Design
January 1, 1999 - October 1, 2025
Pacific Southwest Emmy Award for Animation/Graphic Design
January 1, 2004 - January 5, 2026
Promax Award - Special Project
January 1, 2000 - January 5, 2026
Pacific Southwest Emmy Award - Outstanding Achievement in Animation & Graphic Design (Larry Himmel Show)
January 1, 2006 - May 2, 2026
Pacific Southwest Emmy Award - Outstanding Achievement in Animation & Graphic Design (Trailblazing Women with Sandra Maas Interview Program)
January 1, 2022 - May 2, 2026
Pacific Southwest Emmy Award - Outstanding Achievement in Animation & Graphic Design (Year End 2004 Spot)
January 1, 2004 - May 2, 2026
Pro Max 2000 Award - Special Project Animation & Graphic Design (KFMB-TV, Force 8, Adopt 8 & Countdown To 2000)
January 1, 2000 - May 2, 2026
Southwestern Emmy Award - Outstanding Achievement in Animation & Graphic Design (KFMB, Force 8, Adopt 8 & Countdown To 2000)
January 1, 1999 - May 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level