Hi, I’m Herbert Salazar, a graphic designer with 20+ years of experience delivering end-to-end creative solutions across print, digital, multimedia, motion graphics, large-format, and packaging. I help brands tell their story with impact through branding, logos, visual identities, marketing collateral, social graphics, web and mobile UI/UX, video content, e-commerce visuals, and AI-assisted design. I lead Oragons Solution and collaborate with freelance teams to deliver projects for global clients in tech, F&B, real estate, nonprofits, education, startups, and e-commerce. A portion of client payments goes to charitable initiatives I founded to support underprivileged communities and education.…

Herbert Salazar

Hi, I’m Herbert Salazar, a graphic designer with 20+ years of experience delivering end-to-end creative solutions across print, digital, multimedia, motion graphics, large-format, and packaging. I help brands tell their story with impact through branding, logos, visual identities, marketing collateral, social graphics, web and mobile UI/UX, video content, e-commerce visuals, and AI-assisted design. I lead Oragons Solution and collaborate with freelance teams to deliver projects for global clients in tech, F&B, real estate, nonprofits, education, startups, and e-commerce. A portion of client payments goes to charitable initiatives I founded to support underprivileged communities and education.…

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Hi, I’m Herbert Salazar, a graphic designer with 20+ years of experience delivering end-to-end creative solutions across print, digital, multimedia, motion graphics, large-format, and packaging. I help brands tell their story with impact through branding, logos, visual identities, marketing collateral, social graphics, web and mobile UI/UX, video content, e-commerce visuals, and AI-assisted design.

I lead Oragons Solution and collaborate with freelance teams to deliver projects for global clients in tech, F&B, real estate, nonprofits, education, startups, and e-commerce. A portion of client payments goes to charitable initiatives I founded to support underprivileged communities and education.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Owner & Art Director at Oragons Solution
December 1, 2009 - Present
Founded and managed the business servicing clients globally across industries including real estate, banking, engineering, automotive, healthcare, hospitality, and e-commerce. Provided end-to-end project execution from conceptualization to delivery, offering graphic design, web design & development, and digital services. Managed creative direction for marketing campaigns and promotional materials, designed logos, social media graphics, websites, large-format designs, packaging, motion graphics, and video editing services. Managed client relationships, contracts, project timelines, and multicultural freelancers.
Graphic, Web, UI, Digital Designer at Upwork
October 1, 2012 - Present
Provided comprehensive graphic design, web design & development, and digital services to a diverse international client base across various industries. Experienced in branding strategies, visual identities, promotional materials, website & mobile app design, interactive PDFs, marketing assets, social media graphics, print media, packaging, motion graphics, large format, and vehicle wraps. Achieved 6,781+ hours worked, $180K+ earned, 99% repeat client rate, and 177+ projects completed.
Art Director at Atomic 9
March 1, 2020 - August 12, 2025
Handled creative direction and execution of branding, packaging, and promotional materials for white label and private label products imported from China. Developed brand identities, product packaging, kiosks, and marketing collateral for tech and souvenir products. Designed e-commerce visuals and marketing campaigns for products sold in major US retail chains including Walmart, Target, and Costco. Created product manuals, in-store displays and collaborated with suppliers to meet packaging and design quality standards.
Graphic, Web, UI, Digital Designer at Shownearby
September 1, 2012 - August 12, 2025
Project-based role delivering graphic, web, UI, and digital design services onsite in Singapore.
Art Director at Al Jundi Publishing
March 1, 2020 - August 12, 2025
Remote Art Director responsible for creative and design leadership.
Graphic Designer / Artworker at OGILVY, Dubai UAE
December 1, 2009 - August 12, 2025
Onsite graphic designer and artworker handling creative projects such as branding, packaging, and marketing materials for digital and print media.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Motivate Publishing, Dubai UAE
November 1, 2008 - August 12, 2025
Senior graphic designer role focusing on brochures, magazines, books, newsletters, posters, flyers, and promotional digital and print materials.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Gulf Research Center, Dubai UAE
October 1, 2006 - August 12, 2025
Onsite senior graphic designer working on creative direction and execution of multiple design projects.
Graphic & Web Designer at I Media Advertising, Dubai UAE
August 1, 2005 - August 12, 2025
Onsite graphic and web designer creating logos, brochures, web design, large-format prints, and collaborating with printing presses to ensure print quality.
GRAPHIC, WEB, UI & DIGITAL DESIGNER at UPWORK
October 1, 2012 - November 5, 2025
Delivered 177+ projects and earned $180K+ with a 99% repeat client rate. Provided branding, print, digital, UI/UX, and motion graphics solutions to global clients, with numbers continuing to grow.
GRAPHIC, WEB, UI, DIGITAL DESIGNER at ATOMIC 9
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Directed creative projects for white-label and private-label tech and accessory products sold in Walmart, Target, Costco, and other retail chains. Designed packaging, POS materials, marketing collateral, e-commerce visuals, product manuals, and in-store displays, ensuring products were retail-ready and aligned with brand identity.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER / ART DIRECTOR at SHOWNEARBY
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012
Delivered end-to-end creative design for mobile and web apps, blending aesthetics with functionality. Designed and coded UI in HTML/CSS, and produced print and digital marketing assets that aligned with brand goals.
GRAPHIC, WEB, UI & DIGITAL DESIGNER at AL JUNDI PUBLISHING
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Created full-scale print and digital designs including ads, social media graphics, websites, and complete book layouts. Managed design from concept to production, ensuring cohesive branding & high-quality output for every project.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER / ART DIRECTOR at OGILVY
December 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009
Produced creative campaigns for top global brands like Nike, Ford, Budweiser, and Toblerone. Ensured flawless print production and brand consistency across all media, collaborating closely with creative and production teams.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER / ARTWORKER at MOTIVATE PUBLISHING
November 1, 2008 - November 1, 2008
Designed advertising and event materials across print, digital, and large-format media. Supported multiple publications with creative concepts that enhanced marketing visibility and audience engagement.
SR. GRAPHIC DESIGNER at GULF RESEARCH CENTER
October 1, 2006 - October 1, 2006
Designed books, newsletters, and marketing materials that communicated complex ideas through clean, creative visuals. Provided full creative support for exhibitions and publishing projects, ensuring professional, polished outputs.
SR. GRAPHIC DESIGNER at I MEDIA ADVERTISING
August 1, 2006 - August 1, 2006
Designed branding, packaging, marketing, and print + digital campaigns across various industries. Developed websites using HTML/CSS and produced interactive CDs, GIFs, videos, and animations—delivering multimedia and large-format visuals for marketing and corporate clients.
GRAPHIC & WEB DESIGNER at ORAGONS SOLUTION
December 1, 2009 - November 5, 2025
Leads creative projects for global clients in tech, F&B, real estate, non-profits, education, startups, and e-commerce, covering branding, packaging, UI/UX, social media, interactive PDFs, video, and large-format design. Manages freelance teams and end-to-end project delivery.
Founder / Creative Director at Oragons Solution
December 1, 2009 - Present
Leads creative projects for global clients in tech, F&B, real estate, nonprofits, education, startups, and e-commerce, covering branding, packaging, UI/UX, social media, interactive PDFs, video, and large-format design. Manages freelance teams and end-to-end project delivery.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Upwork
October 1, 2012 - Present
Delivered 177+ projects and earned $180K+ with a 99% repeat client rate — providing branding, print, digital, UI/UX, and motion graphics solutions to global clients.
Graphic, Web, UI & Digital Designer at Atomic 9
December 1, 2012 - March 1, 2020
Directed creative projects for white-label and private-label tech and accessory products sold in Walmart, Target, Costco, and other retail chains. Designed packaging, POS materials, marketing collateral, e-commerce visuals, product manuals, and in-store displays, ensuring products were retail-ready and aligned with brand identity.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Al Jundi Publishing
December 1, 2009 - March 1, 2020
Created full-scale print and digital designs including ads, social media graphics, websites, and complete book layouts. Managed design from concept to production, ensuring cohesive branding & high-quality output for every project.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Ogilvy
November 1, 2008 - December 1, 2009
Produced creative campaigns for top global brands like Nike, Ford, Budweiser, and Toblerone. Ensured flawless print production and brand consistency across all media, collaborating closely with creative and production teams.
Senior Graphic Designer at Motivate Publishing
October 1, 2006 - November 1, 2008
Designed advertising and event materials across print, digital, and large-format media. Supported multiple publications with creative concepts that enhanced marketing visibility and audience engagement.
Senior Graphic Designer at Gulf Research Center
September 1, 2005 - October 1, 2006
Designed books, newsletters, and marketing materials that communicated complex ideas through clean, creative visuals. Provided full creative support for exhibitions and publishing projects, ensuring professional, polished outputs.
Senior Graphic Designer at I Media Advertising
August 1, 2005 - August 1, 2006
Designed branding, packaging, marketing, and print + digital campaigns across various industries. Developed websites using HTML/CSS and produced interactive CDs, GIFs, videos, and animations—delivering innovative multimedia and large-format visuals for marketing and corporate clients.

Education

Associate in Software Development at Ateneo de Naga University
June 19, 2003 - April 19, 2003
Diploma in Software Development at Ateneo de Naga University Philippines
January 1, 2003 - March 1, 2003
Diploma in Data Communication at Ateneo de Naga University Philippines
January 1, 2003 - March 1, 2003
Software Development at ATENEO DE NAGA UNIVERSITY
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Data Communication at ATENEO DE NAGA UNIVERSITY
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Software Development at ATENEO DE NAGA UNIVERSITY
March 1, 2003 - December 3, 2025
Data Communication at ATENEO DE NAGA UNIVERSITY
March 1, 2003 - December 3, 2025

Qualifications

NSAT Topnotcher
April 19, 1997 - April 19, 1997

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, Retail, Other, Education