Hi, I’m Perla Grisham, a multidisciplinary graphic designer and illustrator with a background in animation and visual storytelling. I specialize in brand identity, illustration-driven design for social media, print, and web, and I love bringing ideas to life through engaging visuals. As the founder of 2Fiddy Wrecking Crew and an award-winning filmmaker, I blend storytelling with design to build brands and connect with audiences. I’m based in Southern California and work remotely, collaborating with teams to craft compelling campaigns and character-driven visuals.…

Perla Grisham

Hi, I’m Perla Grisham, a multidisciplinary graphic designer and illustrator with a background in animation and visual storytelling. I specialize in brand identity, illustration-driven design for social media, print, and web, and I love bringing ideas to life through engaging visuals. As the founder of 2Fiddy Wrecking Crew and an award-winning filmmaker, I blend storytelling with design to build brands and connect with audiences. I’m based in Southern California and work remotely, collaborating with teams to craft compelling campaigns and character-driven visuals.…

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Hi, I’m Perla Grisham, a multidisciplinary graphic designer and illustrator with a background in animation and visual storytelling. I specialize in brand identity, illustration-driven design for social media, print, and web, and I love bringing ideas to life through engaging visuals.

As the founder of 2Fiddy Wrecking Crew and an award-winning filmmaker, I blend storytelling with design to build brands and connect with audiences. I’m based in Southern California and work remotely, collaborating with teams to craft compelling campaigns and character-driven visuals.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Artist/Founder Creative Director at 2Fiddy Wrecking Crew
December 30, 2020 - Present
Created original background designs, visual development artwork, and environment concepts for undefended animation and storytelling projects. Developed mood, color scripts, props, and story-driven environments that support narrative tone and world building.
Graphic Artist & Business Owner at Campfire Shop
December 30, 2013 - December 29, 2018
Produced custom wooden signs and artwork sold via Etsy and local storefronts. Utilized strong artistic and digital design skills using Photoshop and other tools.
Founder & Creative Director at 2Fiddy Wrecking Crew
January 1, 2023 - Present
Built lifestyle brand from concept to market across social media merchandise; designed logo systems, apparel graphics, and branded marketing visuals; produced photo, video, and digital content reaching thousands across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube; developed brand storytelling centered on off-road culture and community; built and grew social media presence through branded content and visual storytelling
Graphic Artist & Business Owner at Campfire Shop
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Designed illustrated signage and custom artwork; managed Etsy storefront and product branding; produced vector graphics and marketing materials
Customer Service/Sales Representative at Terry Strickland Insurance Agency
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Managed client accounts and insurance policy processing; coordinated communication across multiple offices
Customer Service/Sales Representative/Office Manager at Alejandro Cisneros Insurance Agency
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Maintained client accounts and processed insurance policy documentation; coordinated communication across multiple offices; handled client communications and managed a staff of 2
Customer Service/Sales Representative at John Keen Insurance Agency
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Managed client accounts and insurance policy processing; coordinated communication across multiple offices; handled client communications and managed a staff of 3

Education

BFA in Animation/Traditional Animation at Laguna College of Art and Design
August 30, 2021 - May 16, 2025
Graphic Design Coursework at San Bernardino Valley College
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
BFA in Animation/ Traditional Animation at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Graphic Design Coursework at San Bernardino Valley College
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Best Comedy-Laguna Arts Film Festival (The O'Briens)
May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025
Original Children's Book Creator-The Backyard Coop (in development)
May 8, 2026 - May 8, 2026
Best Comedy - Laguna Arts Film Festival
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Retail
    paper Branding, Merchandise & Creative Design for Small Businesses

    Developed branding, logos, merchandise, signage, product graphics, and digital marketing assets for small businesses and independent brands. Experience includes visual identity development, apparel graphics, promotional design, and customer facing creative materials.

    paper The O'Briens- Winner of Best Comedy at the Laguna Arts Film Festival

    The O’Briens is an award-winning animated short film that I wrote, developed, and brought to life as part of my thesis project. This project involved visual development, background design, concept art, storytelling, and animation production from initial concept through final delivery.
    Winning BEST COMEDY at the Laguna Arts Film Festival, the film reflects my love for character-driven storytelling, expressive design, and comedic visual timing.
    I specialize in creating engaging worlds, memorable characters, and polished visual assets for animation, illustration, and design projects.

    paper The Backyard Coop-Original Children's Book World & Character Development

    The Backyard Coop is an original children’s book project currently in development, featuring a fully imagined chicken community complete with original characters, environments, architecture, and story-driven world building.
    From expressive character design to whimsical environmental concepts, this project showcases my love for storytelling, humor, and creating a cohesive visual worlds with personality. It highlights concept development, illustration, visual storytelling, and children’s media design