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Denver, Co, Us

Aurora, Colorado, United States

• Design email newsletters for companies like Holder, Hensel Phelps, and Denver International Airport (DEN)• Work with non-profit companies and create marketing collateral• Maintain relationships with contractors and subcontractors and provide marketing support as well as consultation

Freelancing and contracting with various entities

Northglenn, Colorado, United States

Design various graphics such as logos, vehicle wraps, and product labeling. Designed web layouts using Figma.

Freelancing and contracting with various entities.

Northglenn, Co

Acting as Art Director / Creative Director, Graphic Artist, Production Artist, Web Developer, Content Manager, Motion Graphics Designer, Video Producer, Video Editor, Online Producer, Photographer, Social Media Manager, and Publications Designer.Design and generate a wide variety of B2B work for over 400 brands ranging from startups to fortune 500 companies. Work includes brand establishment, product labels / packaging, brand promotion, digital ads, logos, branded materials, merchandise, websites, social media, email marketing, and the entire gamut of print collateral e.g. banners, posters, brochures, catalogs, signage, print ads, and event / trade show / conference displays.Work cross-departmentally with the chemistry lab along with sales and their respective clients to create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout concepts and aesthetic design principles using software in the Adobe Creative Cloud. Produce video and animated graphics using electronic video equipment and programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects. Generate original preliminary video and photography assets using a DSLR camera, then elevate preliminary assets into commercial grade elements. Using deep knowledge of responsive and adaptive design build websites and landing pages using platforms such as WordPress and Shopify. Maintain and organize a massive archive of assets such as images, video, or previous work products using Adobe Bridge. Strong time management skills aided in ability to stay organized and manage multiple large scale projects simultaneously. Research new software, design concepts, and trends to constantly continue hone skills while becoming more efficient and staying relevant. B&B was in three countries with an annual $6M in domestic revenue, at the end of my tenure they were in nearly thirty countries with over $25M in domestic revenue.

Englewood, Co

Conceptual responsibilities include: graphic design, brand development and management, logo design, private label design, vector design and illustration, bitmap and raster design, advertising, P.O.P., designing product retail displays, photography, photo manipulation, photo retouching, videography, video editing, motion graphics, animation, trade show booths, signage, banners, newsletters, stationaries, catalog design, informational design, pamphlet design, flyer design, periodical design, page layout, web layout, social media, promotional design, instructional design, powerpoint/keynote production and design, and TV plate production.At XL Edge I'm part of an agency that promotes multicultural awareness and focuses on the undeniable growth of the ethnic market. In conjunction with the New York offices (XL Alliance) our clients include the Diageo family (Guinness, Red Stripe, Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Cîroc, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Don Julio, Baileys, and Godiva); the Kroger family (Kroger, Kingsoopers, Dillons, Fry's, Ralphs, and Smiths); Post Foods; Kraft; Procter and Gamble; e•p•t; Food4less; Saluda la Vida; Gates; Ralph Lauren; and Fred Meyer.Aside from being well-rounded multi-hat designer at the agency I'm also personally responsible for all the video production; TV ad plates for the Kroger family, designs for the Kroger Multicultural Team, and a wide range of work for Saluda la Vida.Personal achievements: XL Edge sizzle reel; XL Edge Credentials Deck (primary "about us" presentation and foundation for future presentations); company holiday card, various Saluda la Vida Latina Lunes illustrations (on going), AMBI campaign.

Colorado Springs, Colorado Area

Contracted employee. I've held many positions at this business for many years: host, busboy, wait staff, register operator, opening, closing, janitorial duties, dishwasher, food prep, grill station, fry station, lead sous chef, and temporary head chef.Creatively speaking, I created the restaurant's initial menu, take out menu, business cards, signage, color scheme, furniture choice, and restaurant layout. I also manage their social media presence by running the official facebook page and provide photography services when applicable.I've had vast experiences in every physical duty this restaurant can offer strengthening my time management, memory, customer service, customer satisfaction, attention to detail, presentation, work ethic, humbleness, humility, persistence, endurance, perseverance, and high pressure situations.

Wheat Ridge

Mutli-hat marketing and engineering, brand leader and creator.Conceptual responsibilities include: brand development, brand management, graphic design, industrial design, package design, private label design, vector design, bitmap design, raster design, advertising, P.O.P., designing product retail displays, photography, photo manipulation, photo retouching, videography, video editing, motion graphics, trade show booths, signage, banners, catalog design, informational design, pamphlet design, flyer design, periodical design, page layout, web layout, social media, promotional design, sales sheet design, sales material, and instructional design.Production responsibilities include: pre-flight mockups, standard printing, large format printing, physical package mockups, cutting and assembly, writing copy, proofing, skinning displays, display wrapping, package assembly, working with outside companies, working directly with manufacturers, and retail package inspection. Specialized in the company's NICOTEK subsidiary, specifically created the FAZEvapor line of products and maintained FAZE's integrity and continuity. I paid attention to every detail and facet of the brand, I even Designed the physical FAZE products themselves and was included in every decision concerning the FAZEvapor brand pre and post launch.Created the FAZEvapor trade show booth which premiered at CES2014 (Consumer Electronics Show) with a laser projector I programmed showcasing the company's brands.I also took on overflow and designed art, catalogs, signage, and sales sheets for other product lines such as CELLTRONIX chargers and accessories, NORLITE flashlights, METRO electronic cigarettes, EAST INDIE HOOKAH electronic hookahs, and AS SEEN ON TV home products.I created instructional and promotional videos which are featured on each of the respected brands' websites and also are looped on video bars displayed in convenient stores and gas stations all over the country.

Denver, Co

Design lead in electronics.Conceptual responsibilities include: package design, brand management, private label design, graphic design, industrial design, vector design, bitmap design, raster design, advertising, P.O.P., designing product retail displays, photography, photo manipulation, photo retouching, trade show booths, signage, banners, catalog design, informational design, pamphlet design, flyer design, periodical design, page layout, sales sheet design, internal document creation, and instructional design.Production responsibilities include: pre-flight mockups, vacuum molding, sandwich blister packaging, sandwich card packaging, standard printing, large format printing, flatbed cutter operation, over-sized plotter operation, physical package mockups, cutting and assembly, writing copy, proofing, skinning displays, display wrapping, package assembly, working with outside companies, working directly with other manufacturers, and retail package inspection. Specialized in managing HOTTIPS and CellTech electronic brands. Revamped the entire HOTTIPS line to be more modern without exponential cost. Gave a lot of technical advise steering many product lines into the modern era. I also aided the design team to better utilize the Adobe Creative Suite and improve their product photography by having short lessons periodically.The HOTTIPS brand was the only brand that demanded a lot of vacuum form packaging as well as both clam shell packaging and sandwich blister packaging so package design for this particular brand was strenuous for mockups but I am now a skilled expert in the subject matter.This company also handled a lot of private label business which required me to take existing products and re-brand them following the clients graphic styles and continuity. I've designed packages for this company specifically with 7-Eleven, Cricket, QuickCell, PowerUp, Colgate, Crest, Listerine, Advil, and Pennzoil.

Thornton, Co

In-house Graphic Designer.Conceptual responsibilities include: graphic design, advertising, marketing, vector design, bitmap design, raster design, advertising, P.O.P., designing product retail displays, photography, photo manipulation, photo retouching, color correcting, signage, banners, catalog design, informational design, pamphlet design, flyer design, periodical design, magazine page layout, web layout, promotional design, spiff sheet design, sales material, and instructional design.Production responsibilities include: pre-flight ad mockups, standard printing, consulting large format printers, consulting mass production printers, cutting and assembly, working with outside companies, and working directly with manufacturers.My main responsibilities in this position was to work closely with the company buyers and art director to develop advertising and POP for the nationwide retail chain. Projects included: creating weekly newspaper ads that were always on a compressed timeline and needed numerous revisions due to price fluctuations; a triannual fifty to seventy page catalog; new weekly web promotions that needed new graphics for the company website; weekly spiff sheets for the sales floor; in-store signage for displays, gondolas, and isles; promotional art for displays and stands; brand specific displays which required continuous contact and approval from big-name manufacturers like SONY, MITSUBISHI, SHURE, SAMSUNG, ROCKFORD FOSGATE, and INFINITY; internal documents such as sales guides; internal forms; development of marketing strategies. I also handled some small motion graphics projects for the owner's (Mark Wattles) other companies.Designing for Ultimate Electronics was my first true corporate experience and has taught me a lot about follow through, taking art direction from an art director, team building, working with different departments, time management, working with big name manufacturers, and working with mass print companies like C2 Imaging.

Lakewood, Co

Graphic Design Lead.Conceptual responsibilities include: brand development, brand management, graphic design, logo design, vector design, bitmap design, raster design, lenticular 3d, lenticular animation, advertising, P.O.P., photography, photo manipulation, photo retouching, signage, banners, informational design, pamphlet design, flyer design, promotional design, sales sheet design, and sales material.Production responsibilities include: pre-flight mockups, standard printing, large format printing, lamination, cutting and assembly, writing copy, proofing, skinning displays, vehicle wrapping, vehicle branding, working with outside companies, and working directly with clients.At Grafics USA (the owners spelled it with an 'f' as a tribute to their Chilean ancestry) I managed two other graphic designers and delegated the workload which consist of man small businesses asking for various graphic design.The projects varied depending on the clientele's needs, this was a very agency-like experience. I designed everything from a business card and letterhead to creating an entire businesses identity. Some clients merely wanted a storefront sign and some clients needed multiple vehicle wraps designs.This company was capable of both design and production and I was included in both. Although I was much heavier on the design aspect there were many situations where I would be working with the large format printer, large lamination machine and participated in vehicle wrapping. Some notable business that we worked with are Cartridge World, Chubby's Mexican Food, and Burger King.

Colorado Springs, Co

Continuous Freelancer.Conceptual responsibilities include: brand development, brand management, graphic design, vector design, bitmap design, raster design, advertising, P.O.P., photography, photo manipulation, photo retouching, motion graphics, signage, banners, informational design, flyer design, periodical design, promotional design, and instructional design.This was a cyber cafe that constantly contracted me for custom graphic design work, I designed signage, posters, guides, informational pieces, and most of all bi-monthly flyers for special events. I have also have been contracted to photograph numerous events.Alongside the graphic design aspects I aided in the overall decor and company structural atheistic.

Bachelors Degree, Design & Technology, Gpa 3.8

Diploma, Public High School, Gpa 4.0

Activities and Societies: President of the high school's breakdance team, mult-cultural show participant, school function flyer producer.