I'm a senior graphic designer with 20+ years creating brand identities, digital experiences, and packaging across print and web. I enjoy turning concepts into visually compelling solutions that connect with audiences. I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing multiple projects, and delivering work that drives engagement and supports business goals.

Ivan Ruiz

I'm a senior graphic designer with 20+ years creating brand identities, digital experiences, and packaging across print and web. I enjoy turning concepts into visually compelling solutions that connect with audiences. I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing multiple projects, and delivering work that drives engagement and supports business goals.

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I’m a senior graphic designer with 20+ years creating brand identities, digital experiences, and packaging across print and web. I enjoy turning concepts into visually compelling solutions that connect with audiences.

I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing multiple projects, and delivering work that drives engagement and supports business goals.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Designer at Goodman PR
January 1, 2026 - Present
Develop and execute creative assets for integrated marketing campaigns, including social media, digital ads, and branded content; design print collateral such as advertisements, postcards, and event materials; manage website updates and content publishing, ensuring brand consistency and timely execution.
Senior Graphic / Web Designer at Specialdocs
February 1, 2018 - December 1, 2025
Led the design and development of custom websites and landing pages, aligning visual direction with client brand identity and UX best practices; built responsive WordPress sites (Divi Builder) with custom CSS enhancements; collaborated with marketing teams to develop cohesive brand systems and digital campaigns; designed digital and print assets and managed multiple projects.
Senior Graphic Designer at Newell Brands
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Designed packaging systems and production-ready layouts aligned with established brand guidelines; developed 3D renderings and visual concepts for retail displays and POP materials; created print and promotional materials to support product launches and increase retail visibility.
Digital Marketing Graphic Designer at Take5 Media Group
January 1, 2014 - October 1, 2016
Designed and coded responsive marketing emails using HTML and CSS, ensuring cross-platform compatibility; developed landing pages and digital campaigns to improve user engagement and conversion rates; conducted testing and troubleshooting to optimize email deliverability and performance across major clients.
Senior Graphic Designer at Excel Design Team
October 1, 2010 - March 1, 2014
Oversaw incoming design projects, managed workflows and timelines, and ensured creative execution; served as lead designer across packaging, branding, print, and web projects; created presentation comps and 3D packaging renderings for client approvals.
Packaging Designer at Applica
February 1, 2004 - October 1, 2010
Designed packaging concepts and developed production-ready mechanicals for consumer products; created 3D packaging renderings to support product development and marketing initiatives; directed product photoshoots to ensure high-quality visual assets for packaging and campaigns; produced print advertising and in-store signage for product launches.

Education

Associate of Arts at International Fine Arts College
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Qualifications

Best Portfolio
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
Best Advertising
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
Cum Laude
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail