Hi! My name is Payton, and I am a designer from Tampa, FL. I am an innovative Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 3 years of experience in fashion branding, digital illustration, and graphic design. Proven ability to lead creative projects from concept to completion, blending artistry with technical precision. Freelance Graphic Designer GrooveMates Music | Remote | Jun 2025 Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer NYGALA Corp | Remote | Sep 2024 Founder Far Out Apparel | Remote | Jul 2022…

Payton Horn

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Hi! My name is Payton, and I am a designer from Tampa, FL. I am an innovative Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 3 years of experience in fashion branding, digital illustration, and graphic design. Proven ability to lead creative projects from concept to completion, blending artistry with technical precision. Freelance Graphic Designer GrooveMates Music | Remote | Jun 2025 Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer NYGALA Corp | Remote | Sep 2024 Founder Far Out Apparel | Remote | Jul 2022…

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Hi! My name is Payton, and I am a designer from Tampa, FL.

I am an innovative Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 3 years of experience in fashion branding, digital illustration, and graphic design. Proven ability to lead creative projects from concept to completion, blending artistry with technical precision.

Freelance Graphic Designer
GrooveMates Music | Remote | Jun 2025

Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer
NYGALA Corp | Remote | Sep 2024

Founder
Far Out Apparel | Remote | Jul 2022

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at GrooveMates Music
June 1, 2025 - Present
Designed custom event t-shirts enhancing visual appeal and merchandising success. Revamped the company's logo and brand identity to align visuals with the client's creative vision and audience appeal. Delivered all creative assets within a tight one-week turnaround, meeting client deadlines successfully.
Freelance Illustrator & Graphic Designer at NYGALA Corp
September 1, 2024 - Present
Created graphics for consumer products such as gift bags and journals to increase product desirability and marketability. Developed cohesive brand identities using typography, color theory, and custom logos. Prepared detailed tech packs for manufacturing accuracy and quality control. Collaborated with product, marketing, and production teams to meet deadlines and budget goals.
Founder at Far Out Apparel
July 1, 2022 - Present
Designed and launched multiple men’s and women’s collections, creating all branding and logos. Built an e-commerce website and integrated marketing strategy, achieving over 15K campaign views. Specialized in DTG and embroidery techniques, managing end-to-end production and quality assurance.
Front Desk Agent at Marriott International
July 1, 2022 - September 3, 2025
Provided excellent customer service to over 100 daily guests, maintaining high satisfaction ratings. Managed guest transactions and financials accurately throughout stays. Trained and mentored more than 10 new hires, improving operational efficiency and team competency.

Education

B.S. in Actuarial Science coursework at Florida State University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Associate of Arts at Tallahassee Community College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Consumer Goods
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