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Graphic Designer/Illustrator with 20+ years of experience creating commercial art and marketing-focused visual designs, including logos, brochures, wraps, t-shirts, and custom illustrations. Strong background in hand-drawn and digital workflows with a focus on quality, creativity, and meeting deadlines.
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Language
English
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Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Work Experience
Lead Graphic Designer at Firefighter.com
January 1, 2021 - PresentLead Graphic Designer responsible for creating visual concepts by hand or using computer software to communicate ideas; developed the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and wraps; met with art directors; created images identifying products; selected colors, images, text styles, and layout; presented designs to clients and incorporated changes as required.
Lead Graphic Designer at Dragonfly Graphics
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Lead Graphic Designer responsible for creating visual concepts by hand or using computer software to communicate ideas; developed the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and wraps; met with art directors; produced creative work for client projects; presented designs and incorporated feedback; ensured accuracy before printing.
In-House Lead Graphic Designer at Kingdom Graphics
February 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019Lead graphic designer developing layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and wraps; advised clients on strategies to reach audiences; determined the message the design should portray; created images identifying products and messages; managed color and typography; presented designs to clients and art director; incorporated client feedback.
Freelance T-Shirt Illustrator at Entertainment Apparel
June 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018Performed advanced illustration for t-shirts in various styles; created marketable designs for apparel; worked to ensure designs were suitable for screen-printing and aligned with client goals.
Freelance Artist & Illustrator at Disney
August 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013Character illustrations and artwork for projects from concept through completion; collaborated with clients to realize their vision; contributed to concept art, storyboards, sets, and props.
Freelance Artist & Illustrator at Disney, Glendale, CA
August 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013Performed character illustrations and artwork for projects from concept through completion; collaborated with clients to bring designs to life; delivered concept art for movies, storyboards, and sets; built strong client relationships.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Color Werx NYC / Colowerx.com
February 1, 2012 - February 1, 2018In-house marketing design; handled multiple projects including graphics for t-shirts, business cards, logos, flyers, car wraps, embroidery; built and maintained client relationships and prepared artwork for print.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Color Werx NYC (Colowerx.com)
February 1, 2012 - February 1, 2018Handled in-house marketing design to promote sales and revenue; managed multiple projects including graphic design, custom illustrations for t-shirts, business cards, logos, flyers, car wraps, embroidery, newsletters, brochures, and magazines; built strong client relationships to translate ideas into finished projects.
In-House T-Shirt Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Paradise Custom Apparel
June 1, 2011 - July 1, 2012Performed advanced illustration for t-shirts; created marketable graphics for screen-print production; supported team with apparel campaigns and client campaigns.
In-House T-Shirt Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Paradise Custom Apparel
June 1, 2011 - July 1, 2012Performed advanced illustration for t-shirts; created marketable designs for apparel and supported team with marketable ideas for department campaigns.
In-House Head Graphic Designer & Illustrator at M.C. Wraps Ink
February 1, 2011 - December 1, 2012Handled multiple projects including graphic design, custom illustrations for t-shirts, business cards, logos, flyers, car wraps, embroidery, newsletters, and magazines; maintained strong client relationships and ensured print-ready artwork.
Freelance Artist & Illustrator at Kara Saun LLC
June 1, 2001 - January 1, 2013Managed and coordinated graphic design and illustration projects from concept to completion; built strong client relationships and delivered high-quality designs; created persuasive sales and marketing presentations.
Freelance Artist, Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Kara Saun LLC
June 1, 2001 - January 1, 2013Managed and coordinated graphic design and illustration projects from concept through completion; worked closely with clients to convey vision and meet deadlines; created persuasive sales and marketing presentations; translated features into benefits to achieve objectives.
Freelance Graphic Designer (Self Employed) at Cyberworks Studio
February 1, 1997 - January 1, 2019Provided and created comic book illustration, character design, and a range of illustration services including children’s book illustration, pinup/poster art, sci-fi and fantasy work, comic covers, graphic design, web cartoon animation banners, cartoon logo design, and comic-style advertising/promotional art. Completed freelance projects involving stage work and props, concept illustrations for proposals, outfit design for on-screen shows, and game/character design for game companies. Earned recognition for professionalism, meeting deadlines, and quality; received an honor from the Florida Legislature for creating a Firefighter Specialty Tag (statewide license plate design).
Freelance Graphic Designer, Self Employed at Cyberworks Studio
February 1, 1997 - January 1, 2019Provided freelance graphic design services including comic book illustration, character design, children's book illustrations, pinups, posters, logos, and web banners; delivered high-quality artwork on time and maintained client relationships; collaborated on proposals and on-set props as needed.
Education
Commercial Art at International Fine Arts College (I.F.A.C)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000Commercial Art and Computer Graphics at International Fine Arts College (I.F.A.C)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000Commercial Art and Computer Graphics at International Fine Arts College (I.F.A.C)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods
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