I'm a Creative Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 15+ years of experience in branding, digital and print design, illustration, and visual storytelling. I blend traditional drawing with digital techniques to craft memorable brand identities and compelling visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments, managing projects from concept to delivery, delivering branding, promotional design, and illustrated assets for both print and digital media.

Jennie Santos

I'm a Creative Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 15+ years of experience in branding, digital and print design, illustration, and visual storytelling. I blend traditional drawing with digital techniques to craft memorable brand identities and compelling visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments, managing projects from concept to delivery, delivering branding, promotional design, and illustrated assets for both print and digital media.

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I’m a Creative Graphic Designer and Illustrator with 15+ years of experience in branding, digital and print design, illustration, and visual storytelling. I blend traditional drawing with digital techniques to craft memorable brand identities and compelling visuals.

I thrive in collaborative environments, managing projects from concept to delivery, delivering branding, promotional design, and illustrated assets for both print and digital media.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Art Mango
April 15, 2016 - July 24, 2025
Painting & illustration commissions, graphic design. Also working in the field of entertainment doing painting events. Delivered projects for high profile clients like JPMorgan, Doubletree and more. Ideal for team building events.
Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Self-employed
January 1, 2010 - April 14, 2016
Freelanced doing graphic design and illustration services, designing for publications. Created covers, laid out magazines, brochures, postcards, ads, pamphlets, branding. Worked sometimes for web design or video marketing with teams. Illustrated articles, subway banners, blogs.
Layout Artist and Designer at CPUSA
January 1, 2006 - December 30, 2008
Laid out Political Affairs Magazine, a monthly publication. Designed promotion materials including postcards, brochures, flyers, posters, and online ads.
Freelance Designer and Illustrator at Various Companies
January 1, 2002 - December 30, 2005
Provided design and illustration services to clients including VNU Publications (now Nielsen), Broadway Quiropractic and Wellness, Game Face Productions, Maria’s Tacos (Dominican Republic), and others.
Promotions Designer (temporary) at Time Inc. (Health Magazine)
November 1, 2001 - December 30, 2001
Worked temporarily at Health Magazine in the promotions department doing advertorials, covers, ads, billboards, invites for events, mailers, sell sheets, and related materials.
Gallery Technician at Parsons School of Design
August 1, 1997 - October 29, 2001
Helped gallery director create a team of students to put up exhibitions of contemporary artists. Prepped and mounted exhibitions from around the world. Curated and catered show openings and assisted various departments in achieving gallery-quality senior exhibits.
Graphic Designer at Susie Gadea & Associates
December 31, 1995 - July 24, 2025
Designed brochures, logos, posters, mailers, ads, and labels for packaging. Worked closely with Creative Director for successful project completion.
Intern at Saatchi & Saatchi Advertising Agency
December 31, 1993 - July 24, 2025
Internship in advertising agency supporting various tasks.
Layout Designer & Promotion Designer at CPUSA
December 31, 2008 - July 24, 2025
I laid out Political Affairs Magazine, a monthly publication. Plus its promotion design, postcards, brochures, flyers, posters and online ads.
Freelance Designer and Illustrator
December 31, 2006 - July 24, 2025
Freelance designer and illustrator, provided services for various companies. Clients included VNU Publications (now Nielsen), Broadway Quiropractic and Wellness, Game Face Productions, Maria’s Tacos (Dominican Republic), and others.
Gallery Technician at Parsons
December 31, 2001 - July 24, 2025
Helped gallery director creating a team of students to help put up a show in time. Prepped and mounted many exhibitions of great contemporary artists from around the world. Curated and catered for show openings, and assisted different departments of Parsons School of Design to achieve gallery level quality for senior students exhibits.
Graphic Designer at Susie Gadea & Associates, Dominican Republic
December 31, 1995 - July 24, 2025
Designed brochures, logos, posters, mailers, ads and labels for packaging. Worked closely with the Creative Director for successful completion of every project.
Internship at Saatchi & Saatchi, Advertising agency, Dominican Republic
December 31, 1993 - July 24, 2025
Internship position providing advertising support.
Layout Designer at CPUSA
December 31, 2008 - July 24, 2025
Laid out Political Affairs Magazine, a monthly publication, plus its promotion design, postcards, brochures, flyers, posters and online ads.
Freelance Designer and Illustrator at Various companies
December 31, 2006 - July 24, 2025
Provided services for various companies including VNU Publications (now Nielsen), Broadway Quiropractic and Wellness, Game Face Productions, Maria’s Tacos (Dominican Republic) and others.
Temporary Graphic Designer at Time Inc.
December 31, 2001 - July 24, 2025
Worked temporarily at Health Magazine (promotions department) doing advertorials, covers, ads, billboards, invites for events, mailers, sell sheets, etc.
Gallery Technician at Parsons
December 31, 2001 - July 24, 2025
Helped gallery director creating a team of students to help put up a show in time. Prepped and mounted many exhibitions of contemporary artists from around the world. Curated and catered for show openings, assisted different departments of Parsons School of Design to achieve gallery level quality for senior students exhibits.
Graphic Designer at Susie Gadea & Associates
December 25, 1995 - July 18, 2025
Designed brochures, logos, posters, mailers, ads and labels for packaging. Worked closely with the Creative Director to ensure successful project completion.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Art Mango
January 1, 2016 - Present
Provide painting, illustration, and graphic design commissions for high-profile clients including JPMorgan and Doubletree. Designed visual assets for team-building entertainment events, increasing engagement and client satisfaction. Delivered branding and promotional design across print and digital platforms.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Designed magazines, covers, brochures, ads, postcards, and branding assets for publications and businesses. Built and led creative teams for web design and video marketing projects. Produced custom illustrations for articles, subway banners, and blogs.
Graphic Designer at Aligraphics
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Delivered graphic design and pre-press services for diverse clients. Ensured accuracy and print readiness, reducing production errors.
Graphic Designer at CPUSA
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Designed monthly magazine layouts and promotional collateral (postcards, flyers, posters, digital ads).
Freelance Designer & Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2006
Clients included VNU Publications (now Nielsen), Broadway Chiropractic, Game Face Productions, Maria’s Tacos. Developed branding, marketing, and custom illustration solutions.
Temporary Graphic Designer, Health Magazine at Time Inc.
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Designed advertorials, covers, billboards, invites, sell sheets, and mailers.
Junior Designer at Susie Gadea & Associates
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995
Designed brochures, logos, labels, posters, and packaging in close collaboration with the Creative Director.
Intern at Saatchi & Saatchi
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1993
Assisted in the development of advertising campaigns, gaining exposure to global branding strategies.

Education

BFA Illustration at Parsons School of Design, NY, NY
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
AAS Illustration at Altos de Chavon School of Art, La Romana, Dominican Republic
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
BFA Communication Design/advertising at Universidad Iberoamericana, Dominican Republic
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
BFA Illustration at Parsons School of Design, NY, NY
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
AAS Illustration at Altos de Chavon School of Art, La Romana, Dominican Republic
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
BFA Communication Design/advertising at Universidad Iberoamericana, Dominican Republic
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
BFA at Parsons School of Design, NY, NY
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
AAS at Altos de Chavon School of Art, La Romana, Dominican Republic
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
BFA at Universidad Iberoamericana, Dominican Republic
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
BFA, Illustration at Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999
AAS, Illustration at Altos de Chavón School of Art
January 11, 2030 - December 7, 2025
BFA, Communication Design / Advertising at Universidad Iberoamericana
January 11, 2030 - December 7, 2025

Qualifications

100% tuition grant
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
75% tuition grant
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
50% tuition grant
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
$8,000 Grant
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Art Grant
January 1, 2020 - December 7, 2025
Full Scholarship
January 1, 1997 - December 7, 2025
75% Tuition Scholarship
January 1, 1996 - December 7, 2025
50% Tuition Scholarship
January 1, 1995 - December 7, 2025

Industry Experience

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