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Hi! I'm Charlie Pugliese, a passionate illustrator and graphic designer based in Portland, Oregon. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Pacific Northwest College of Art. I enjoy creating art for various purposes, from event designs to digital illustrations, and have experience working with large organizations as a freelance designer. I also have experience in customer service, marketing, and floral design, which has helped me develop a versatile skill set. I love managing multiple projects with strict deadlines and thrive in both independent and collaborative environments. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I’m always eager to expand my skills and take on new challenges in design and illustration.…Hi! I'm Charlie Pugliese, a passionate illustrator and graphic designer based in Portland, Oregon. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Pacific Northwest College of Art. I enjoy creating art for various purposes, from event designs to digital illustrations, and have experience working with large organizations as a freelance designer. I also have experience in customer service, marketing, and floral design, which has helped me develop a versatile skill set. I love managing multiple projects with strict deadlines and thrive in both independent and collaborative environments. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I’m always eager to expand my skills and take on new challenges in design and illustration.

Charlie Pugliese

Album Art Designer, Artist, Book Illustrator, +5

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Hi! I'm Charlie Pugliese, a passionate illustrator and graphic designer based in Portland, Oregon. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Pacific Northwest College of Art. I enjoy creating art for various purposes, from event designs to digital illustrations, and have experience working with large organizations as a freelance designer. I also have experience in customer service, marketing, and floral design, which has helped me develop a versatile skill set. I love managing multiple projects with strict deadlines and thrive in both independent and collaborative environments. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I’m always eager to expand my skills and take on new challenges in design and illustration.…Hi! I'm Charlie Pugliese, a passionate illustrator and graphic designer based in Portland, Oregon. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Pacific Northwest College of Art. I enjoy creating art for various purposes, from event designs to digital illustrations, and have experience working with large organizations as a freelance designer. I also have experience in customer service, marketing, and floral design, which has helped me develop a versatile skill set. I love managing multiple projects with strict deadlines and thrive in both independent and collaborative environments. I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I’m always eager to expand my skills and take on new challenges in design and illustration.

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Hi! I’m Charlie Pugliese, a passionate illustrator and graphic designer based in Portland, Oregon. I graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Pacific Northwest College of Art. I enjoy creating art for various purposes, from event designs to digital illustrations, and have experience working with large organizations as a freelance designer. I also have experience in customer service, marketing, and floral design, which has helped me develop a versatile skill set.

I love managing multiple projects with strict deadlines and thrive in both independent and collaborative environments. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, and I’m always eager to expand my skills and take on new challenges in design and illustration.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Editorial Illustration

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Operator at Kaady Car Washes

December 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025

Provided customer service by professionally greeting and assisting customers in a fast-paced car wash environment, handling point-of-sale transactions, including cash, credit, and mobile payments. Guided vehicles safely into automated wash systems, ensuring proper alignment and smooth traffic flow. Managed onsite traffic and maintained safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure customer satisfaction. Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to uphold company standards and provide a quality customer experience. Trained new employees on safety procedures, customer service techniques, and operational protocols. Demonstrated reliability by consistently working evening and weekend shifts with excellent attendance.

Freelance Designer at Self-employed

May 1, 2022 - June 16, 2024

Managed multiple Graphic Design pieces, including self-led and contracted projects for large organizations, ensuring efficient time management and completion by strict deadlines. Composed specific designs for various events such as the National Watercolor Exhibition, ADX Art Shows, and themed art markets, working to build a fruitful network and expand brand and self-marketing skills.

Floral Clerk at Safeway

October 1, 2023 - November 30, 2024

Served as a consumer-facing service employee in the floral department, managing customer concerns and assisting with planning arrangements for specific events. Designed arrangements and wraps for customers, following strict budgets and customers’ creative input. Aided in continuous department maintenance, including taking care of live plants, restocking products, and routine cleaning. Received orders from multiple platforms, including online, in-person, and over-the-phone customers.

Graphic Designer at The Takeout Times

December 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023

Converted photographs of in-store menus into working digital menu files for print. Developed typeset menus with quick turnaround times, including complementary take-out & dine-in menus, and updated pricing on existing menus.

Marketing Intern at Leupold & Stevens

May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021

Designed print advertisements featured in national and regional magazines, aligning with brand guidelines and marketing objectives. Edited high-resolution photos for use across digital platforms and printed materials, improving visual consistency and brand appeal.

Marketing Intern at Leupold & Stevens

June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019

Updated product instruction manuals and accessory packaging to enhance user experience and maintain compliance with brand standards.

Future Focus Intern at Leupold & Stevens

June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019

Created high-quality 3D product renderings for use in advertisements, e-commerce listings (including Amazon), and company websites. Designed large-scale wall graphics for Scheels retail environments, enhancing in-store branding and visual merchandising efforts.