Hi, I’m Dea Patio, a visual brand designer with 6+ years of experience spanning print and digital design, branding, marketing, illustration, photography/video editing, UX/UI, and social media management. My military service in logistics and human resources has sharpened my organizational skills and teamwork, helping me deliver high-quality visuals on tight timelines while coordinating with stakeholders across campaigns and initiatives. I’m proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva, and I pride myself on strong time management, reliability, and a collaborative, proactive approach. I love turning complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals that boost engagement and brand presence. Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Dea Patio

Hi, I’m Dea Patio, a visual brand designer with 6+ years of experience spanning print and digital design, branding, marketing, illustration, photography/video editing, UX/UI, and social media management. My military service in logistics and human resources has sharpened my organizational skills and teamwork, helping me deliver high-quality visuals on tight timelines while coordinating with stakeholders across campaigns and initiatives. I’m proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva, and I pride myself on strong time management, reliability, and a collaborative, proactive approach. I love turning complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals that boost engagement and brand presence. Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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Hi, I’m Dea Patio, a visual brand designer with 6+ years of experience spanning print and digital design, branding, marketing, illustration, photography/video editing, UX/UI, and social media management. My military service in logistics and human resources has sharpened my organizational skills and teamwork, helping me deliver high-quality visuals on tight timelines while coordinating with stakeholders across campaigns and initiatives.

I’m proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva, and I pride myself on strong time management, reliability, and a collaborative, proactive approach. I love turning complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals that boost engagement and brand presence.

Portfolio: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Remote Break Something
January 1, 2016 - Present
Conceptualized and designed high-impact digital assets for political campaigns and progressive organizations, including social media graphics, digital advertisements, and email layouts. Collaborated with art directors and strategists to translate complex narratives into compelling visuals.
Sales Associate / Assistant Graphic Designer at Engraving Colorado
July 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Created visually engaging marketing materials for print and digital platforms using Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW. Assisted customers with product inquiries, custom orders, and engraving services while maintaining high levels of customer service. Prepared accurate layouts and proofs for production, refreshed the company’s Instagram and Facebook to boost engagement, and enhanced website visuals to reflect the brand.
Public Relations Chair at Filipino American Student Association, Central Washington University
May 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Managed and grew the association’s social presence, designed 100+ branded graphics and promotional materials for events, and produced promotional videos. Coordinated with club leaders to sustain cohesive branding and effective outreach.
Social Media Specialist at Office of Veterans Affairs, Central Washington University
February 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Oversaw daily social media operations, planned strategic campaigns to promote events and initiatives, and increased engagement through targeted content and timely updates.
Graphic Designer at Single Moms Society
November 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Developed clean, modern designs for editorial content, marketing materials, and resources; led collaborative efforts to maintain cohesive branding and create digital assets for social channels.
Human Resources Specialist at Fort Liberty, United States Army
October 1, 2021 - November 30, 2023
Led recruitment and retention efforts for 180 soldiers, organizing promotions, awards, and reassignments with precision and efficiency; maintained accurate personnel records and ensured compliance with regulations.
Logistics Specialist at Fort Liberty, United States Army
June 1, 2020 - October 31, 2021
Documented data using manual and automated processing systems; demonstrated strong communication skills and provided guidance to peers; prepared comprehensive training programs and instructional materials to support readiness and proficiency.
Public Affairs Officer at U.S. Army JROTC, Battalion – Tinian Island (MPS)
January 31, 2019 - March 30, 2020
Spearheaded media relations efforts, established positive relationships with local media, managed the battalion’s online presence, and produced high-quality imagery and video for promotional materials and documentation.
Lead Graphic Designer at fini
May 7, 2023 - September 14, 2023
Pioneered the creation of weekly social-first content for fini's various social media platforms, aligning with the brand's vision Collaborated with product teams to design high-fidelity UI components and in-product assets, ensuring a cohesive and intuitive user experience across the fini app Created interactive UI mockups for the Apple and Google Play Stores, strategically highlighting key app functionalities to drive user acquisition Translated fini's digital visual identity into a cohesive line of physical merchandise, strengthening brand recall and community engagement Conceptualized and developed a multitude of assets and illustrations, tailored for social media platforms, augmenting fini's online presence Designed a series of gamified achievement badges and visual feedback markers to improve long-term user retention and interaction
Social Media Manager at Fizz, Central Washington University
March 3, 2025 - November 6, 2026
• Grew Instagram following by 300+ since March 2025 by posting high-engagement reels, memes, and student-driven content • Managed and executed content calendar with consistent weekly posting across feed, stories, and reels, averaging 35-50% engagement per post • Created 10-15 reels per month, with top posts reaching 2K-5K views and 100+ interactions within 24 hours • Designed graphics, wrote captions, and ran post strategy that maintained a consistent brand tone • Strategically utilized hashtags and trending topics to expand visibility and attract new followers

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, UX/UI concentration at Southern New Hampshire University
February 18, 2022 - June 19, 2026
   •   President’s List – Fall 2025    •   Honor Roll – Recognized for academic excellence in the following terms:       •   2025 C-6 (Oct - Dec)       •   2025 C-5 (Sep - Oct)       •   2025 C-4 (Jun - Aug)

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other, Software & Internet
    uniE621 frootea boba shop - brand identity
    Frootea Boba Shop, a trendy and vibrant boba tea destination in Raleigh, North Carolina, approached me for a comprehensive branding and design overhaul. The mission was to capture the essence of their brand in a fun and visually appealing way. I started by creating a distinctive logo featuring playful 'o' characters with glasses and a leaf to represent their fresh and eco-friendly approach. My design services extended to a range of materials, including a logo, icon, website, web banners, product photographs showcasing the logo on their drinks, menu, business cards, and various graphics. The result is a cohesive and eye-catching brand identity that truly reflects the Frootea experience.…
    uniE621 filipino american student association (fasa) social media campaign
    as the public relations chair for the filipino american student association (fasa), i was responsible for creating cohesive and culturally resonant visual content that promoted their events, meetings, and community initiatives. i designed flyers, social media graphics, and digital campaigns that reflected fasa’s values while engaging our campus audience. i also created instagram reels and stories to keep their socials active and visually engaging, helping them reach a wider audience and maintain consistent interaction with our followers. additionally, i reached out to other equity and services councils to promote collaborative meetings and cross-organizational events, helping to foster stronger partnerships and increase visibility within the community of central washington university. i worked closely with the executive board to brainstorm themes, manage event rollouts, and ensure all visual communications aligned with our mission to celebrate filipino identity and build a welcoming space for students. branding graphicdesigner designer graphicdesigner illustrator branding…
    uniE621 fini Rebrand Development
    During my internship at Fini, a visionary remote startup dedicated to promoting mental and physical wellness, I played a pivotal role in amplifying their brand and digital presence. As part of a dynamic team, I contributed to diverse aspects of their visual identity. This included designing app screenshots for both the Apple and Google Play stores, crafting engaging Instagram sticker GIFs, and developing distinctive brand characters. Collaboratively, we also worked on illustrative graphics, asset creation, the official company logo, a harmonious color palette, thoughtful typography choices, and innovative merchandise designs. graphicdesigner branding designer…