Hello! My name is Cesar Villagran. Born and raised in Mexico City. I’m currently based in Moreno Valley, CA. I’m a versatile and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience and an AA in Advertising and Graphic Design. I have proven expertise in CPG packaging design, visual systems, and high-end photo retouching. I’m deeply familiar with modern visual trends, including Asian-inspired aesthetics, K-pop culture, and Anime elements. I’m bilingual (English/Spanish) professional known for thriving in fast-paced, collaborative environments alongside Art Directors and marketing teams. I’m a bilingual professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments alongside Art Directors and marketing teams, and I enjoy translating client briefs into polished, on-brand visuals that balance aesthetics with practicality.

Cesar Villagran

Hello! My name is Cesar Villagran. Born and raised in Mexico City. I’m currently based in Moreno Valley, CA. I’m a versatile and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience and an AA in Advertising and Graphic Design. I have proven expertise in CPG packaging design, visual systems, and high-end photo retouching. I’m deeply familiar with modern visual trends, including Asian-inspired aesthetics, K-pop culture, and Anime elements. I’m bilingual (English/Spanish) professional known for thriving in fast-paced, collaborative environments alongside Art Directors and marketing teams. I’m a bilingual professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments alongside Art Directors and marketing teams, and I enjoy translating client briefs into polished, on-brand visuals that balance aesthetics with practicality.

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Hello! My name is Cesar Villagran. Born and raised in Mexico City. I’m currently based in Moreno Valley, CA. I’m a versatile and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with over 10 years of experience and an AA in Advertising and Graphic Design. I have proven expertise in CPG packaging design, visual systems, and high-end photo retouching. I’m deeply familiar with modern visual trends, including Asian-inspired aesthetics, K-pop culture, and Anime elements. I’m bilingual (English/Spanish) professional known for thriving in fast-paced, collaborative environments alongside Art Directors and marketing teams.

I’m a bilingual professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments alongside Art Directors and marketing teams, and I enjoy translating client briefs into polished, on-brand visuals that balance aesthetics with practicality.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at ToothMe
July 1, 2018 - Present
Crafted packaging and marketing materials, branding assets, and visual assets for clients; collaborated with designers and marketing teams to deliver high-quality visuals.
Graphic Designer at Pacific Western Container
January 1, 2015 - July 1, 2018
Developed packaging concepts and visual systems for consumer packaged goods; executed high-end photo retouching and layout for product packaging.
Graphic Designer at Prime Value Technology
March 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Created graphic assets for product packaging and digital media; contributed to brand visuals and packaging design.
Logistics Analyst at Clear Ad
August 1, 2012 - November 1, 2013
Supported logistics and operations with packaging design coordination and asset management for campaigns.
Warehouse Supervisor at Packaging Plus LLC
November 1, 1998 - February 1, 2010
Supervised warehousing operations and packaging workflow; coordinated inventory and packaging design assets for shipments.

Education

AA in Advertising and Graphic Design at Fullerton College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
AA in Music at Cypress College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Google AI Essentials Certificate
January 1, 2025 - March 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services