Qualification
I am a detail-oriented designer who transforms ideas into compelling visual experiences. By delivering eye-catching, purposeful designs, help individuals and businesses communicate their vision and reach their audiences in innovative ways.
Work Experience
01. TKO Sports
Remote Graphic Designer, 2023-2026 / / Fort Mohave, AZ
TKO Sports delivers full-service graphics and print solutions designed to help schools successfully fundraise for their athletic programs.
Projects and responsibilities:
• Design, refine, and prepare vector artwork for screen printing on a wide range of garments, including t-shirts, caps, aprons and more.
02. DTW USA
Graphic Designer, Photo Editor, Product Photographer, 2016-2022 / / Vernon, CA
DTW is a wholesale company that primarily utilizes mainstream sales channels, including Amazon, eBay, and catalog distribution, to reach a broad audience.
Projects and responsibilities:
• Graphic Designer / / Development of catalogs, full-color and duotone packaging.
• Product Photographer / / Product photography featuring color variations and a wide range of materials, including glass, plastic, and stainless steel, captured on a clean white background for use in eCommerce platforms and Amazon listings.
• Photo Editor / / Professional background removal, precise color correction, lens distortion correction, and high-end retouching of product textures.
03. MundoFOX 22 KWHY-TV
Freelance Graphic Designer, 2013-2014 / / Los Angeles, CA
Projects and responsibilities:
• Improved and redesigned corporate identity materials, including logos and business cards
• Designed promotional materials such as postcards, invitations, and magazine advertisements
• Developed custom illustrations and graphics for the company vehicle wrap
04. Vera Design
Graphic Designer, 2002-2012 / / Los Angeles, CA
Worked directly with Art Director and business owner Joe Vera on diverse projects, from initial concept through final product.
Projects and responsibilities:
• Oversaw publications, advertisements, marketing collateral, and website design
• Developed a corporate identity requiring a more contemporary and modern design
Education
Art Institute of Los Angeles
AA degree in Graphic Design
Santa Monica, Ca.
Los Angeles High School
High School Diploma
Los Angeles, Ca.
Skills
Software
• InDesign
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• Adobe Premier
• Adobe Acrobat
• Acrobat Distiller
• Lightroom
• QuarkXPress
• WordPress
• Elementor
Other
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Working knowledge of digital cameras and flash studio lights.