With extensive experience as a brand designer, educator, and engagement specialist in the graphic design industry, I offer a deep wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to each design project and educational endeavor I undertake.At Chapman University, I serve as an adjunct professor, where my focus lies in bridging the gap between academic theory and the practical realities of the graphic design business. My teaching is rooted in real-world applications, preparing students for the challenges and opportunities in their forthcoming careers.Leading Mondragon Design, my brand strategy design consultancy, I have the privilege of collaborating with diverse clients to craft compelling brand narratives and visual identities.Our work ranges from nuanced branding and identity design to comprehensive web and packaging solutions, all driven by a commitment to elevate client visions through the power of design.As an Adobe Community Expert and Adobe Express Brand Ambassador, I stay at the forefront of design innovation. This position keeps me up-to-date on the latest tools and trends and allows me to share cutting-edge insights with my students and clients.I am proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Brand Development, Social Media Marketing, and Digital Marketing.My passion for graphic design is deeply intertwined with my love for typography, branding, and UX design, and I relish opportunities to share this passion with the broader community.I am always eager to connect with fellow professionals, students, and enthusiasts in graphic design, education, and sports entertainment. Please feel free to contact me if you're looking for collaboration, mentorship, or a conversation about the latest design trends or baseball games.
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Chapter LeadTypethursdayPhoenix, Az, Us
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Company OwnerMondragon Design May 2007 - PresentLos Angeles, California, United StatesMondragon Design is a Brand Strategy Design Consultancy. We help brands and businesses achieve their goals, accelerate growth, and win customers through the power of design.Results:• Led over 250 successful branding projects, helping B2C businesses and nonprofits achieve up to 75% growth in customer acquisition and retention through innovative graphic design and strategic marketing solutions• Developed comprehensive design services, including branding, identity, logo, web, print, and motion design, contributing to an 85% increase in client brand recognition across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube• Collaborated with cross-functional teams in design, marketing, and business development, delivering custom illustrations and graphics that improved engagement and visual consistency across print, web, and social media campaigns -
Adjunct ProfessorChapman University Aug 2022 - Aug 2024Orange County, California, United StatesInstructor for the 'Graphic Design Business Practices' class. A seminar course is designed to give the working knowledge and insight into the practical aspects of finding a graphic design job and working in the industry, whether in a Studio, Agency, In-House, or Freelance.Results:• Instructed 35 Graphic Design seniors per semester, providing industry-standard practices and practical skills that resulted in an 30% increase in job placements and career readiness among graduates• Developed and integrated core marketing strategies into the curriculum, equipping students with critical skills in personal branding, client acquisition, and professional communication, leading to improved client conversion rates and job offers• Mentored aspiring designers on business strategy, legal and financial systems, and creative problem-solving, enabling 45% of students to launch their own freelance businesses or secure key roles in top design firms -
Live Broadcaster, ProducerBaseball Brew Crew Apr 2016 - Jan 2024Los Angeles, California, United StatesIn April 2016, Baseball Brew Crew began as a YouTube travel journal exploring the connection between baseball and craft beer across various US locations.Results:• Produced over 170 live interactive podcasts since May 2020, streamed on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, and X (Twitter), fostering a growing community of engaged viewers• Amassed 685K views, 8.7K watch hours, and 1.2K subscribers on our YouTube channel, contributing to significant brand visibility and influence in the baseball and craft beer niche• Interviewed key figures from Major League and Minor League Baseball, including writers, reporters, authors, broadcasters, players, coaches, and management, elevating the show’s credibility and reach• Established influencer partnerships with Minor League baseball teams in California and Texas, enhancing our presence within the baseball community and expanding our brand’s impact -
Live Broadcaster, ProducerCarvers & Creators May 2020 - Jul 2023Los Angeles, California, United StatesCarvers & Creators is a weekly multi-platform online show featuring live demonstrations and discussions with pumpkin carvers, sculptors, and multi-talented artists worldwide.Results:• Produced and live-streamed over 130 episodes, achieving 38.6K views, 8.3K watch hours, and building a solid community with 2.2K YouTube subscribers and 1.7K Instagram followers• Collaborated on a featured video with “Good Mythical Morning,” garnering over 1M views, significantly increasing our exposure to a broader audience• Participated in a virtual carving event for Amazon Business, highlighting our skills and creativity to a global corporate audience• Showcased as featured artists at Monsterpalooza in Pasadena, CA (2022), further establishing our credibility within the sculpting and carving community -
Senior User Interface DesignerKaiser Permanente Apr 2014 - Apr 2022Pasadena, California, United StatesContracted by Aquent & Accenture ConsultingResults:• Spearheaded the redesign of Kaiser Permanente’s Northwest Affiliate Portal, transforming it into a national product solution, which led to a $13M reduction in operational costs• Developed and implemented a comprehensive design system managing over 200 screens in responsive bootstrap formats, improving platform UI consistency and scalability• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, business, and testing, to establish UX logic and prototyping, resulting in a more intuitive user experience• Ensured compliance with fidelity, accessibility, performance, and functionality standards, adhering to Kaiser Permanente’s and W3C guidelines and enhancing the product’s accessibility and usability -
Product DesignerBeats By Dre Apr 2013 - Apr 2014Los Angeles, California, United StatesResults:• Collaborated on the design and development of the Beats Music iOS/Android app, delivering wireframes and UI that supported a successful public launch in January 2014, driving early user adoption• Optimized the asset hand-off process for developers, reducing resource needs and improving efficiency, resulting in a 50% reduction in design-to-development turnaround time• Designed artwork and infographics for promotional materials and Apple Keynote presentations, consistently meeting critical business approval deadlines for the Beats Certification Program, contributing to the brand’s ongoing success and market penetration -
Creative DirectorMpro 2008 - 2011Van Nuys, CaResults:• Supervised and led a team of 10 graphic and motion designers, delivering high-quality projects for US and international broadcast clients, resulting in a 50% increase in client satisfaction and project efficiency• Contributed to creating over 200 original designs for packaging, posters, point-of-purchase displays, broadcast graphics, and website projects, significantly enhancing brand visibility and engagement• Developed and managed website wireframing, prototyping, and user-centered design for commercial clients, including social media branding and interface elements, improving user interaction and client conversions by 75%• Conceptualized DVD user interface designs, creating dynamic motion graphics that improved user experience and navigation, increasing DVD sales and positive customer feedback.• Designed and branded trade show booths, ensuring cohesive brand representation that attracted higher foot traffic and boosted lead generation by 33% at industry events
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Senior DesignerTwistbox Entertainment Sep 2007 - Feb 2008Sherman Oaks, CaResults:• Designed and managed original advertisements for feature projects and packaging, resulting in increased visibility and a 45% boost in product sales across multiple platforms• Coordinated and developed high-end DVD key art designs, magazine covers, promotional ads, and motion graphics for point-of-purchase displays, ensuring brand consistency and elevating market appeal, leading to a 65% improvement in consumer engagement -
Creative DirectorUrban Graphics 1997 - 2007Sherman Oaks, CaResults:• Designed and managed original advertisements for feature projects and packaging, contributing to increased brand recognition and 45% growth in sales• Coordinated high-end DVD key art designs, magazine covers, promotional ads, and motion graphics for point-of-purchase displays, ensuring brand consistency and enhancing consumer engagement• Developed user interfaces for websites, mobile phones, and DVD projects, improving user experience and navigation efficiency across multiple platforms• Contracted by HBO’s The Sopranos to design and create featured on-set props, enhancing the show’s visual authenticity and production value• Designed a 4-story billboard displayed in New York City’s Times Square, delivering high-impact brand exposure in one of the most iconic advertising locations in the world
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Senior DesignerChud Graphics 1991 - 1997Phoenix, AzResults:• Produced 10-12 weekly advertisements for print, CD packaging, and marketing collateral, contributing to consistent sales growth and brand visibility for music-related products• Designed in-store signage and point-of-purchase materials for Zia Records locations in Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson, AZ, enhancing customer engagement and in-store experience and increasing foot traffic and sales• Created artwork for albums, logos, flyers, and t-shirts for touring musical artists, providing visually compelling branding that helped artists effectively promote their music and merchandise
Michael Mondragon Education Details
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