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About
HELLO THERE!
I’ve worked in multiple fields as a designer, project manager, human resources specialist and as an educator. Though they all sound like very different careers, there is one common denominator: they all require problem-solving. Whether you’re pushing pixels around, creating a syllabus from scratch or sourcing cost-effective products for a company, you’re finding a creative solution to a problem.
I don’t think you should have to choose style over substance or visa versa. Isn’t that the point of being creative? -
Education
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Bachelor of Arts Fashion Design & ManagementFashion Institute of Design and Merchandising2002 - 2004
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Experience
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Project Manager/Graphic DesignerSelfOct 2012 - Present (13 years 1 month)I work closely with my clients to create both digital and print artwork. I’ve had the opportunity to design lots of different deliverables such as business cards, product packaging, Facebook ads, children’s books, iOS apps and much more.
Selected Achievements:
- iOS children’s app “Monster Menu” creator, UX Designer, Visual Designer, character animation/design and character voice over work. -
Corporate Office ManagerHeritage ConstructionAustin, TX2016 - 2017 (1 year)Procured materials for home renovations from large supply chains based on price and availability. Worked with homeowners, sales team, and suppliers to schedule installations and ensure projects were completed to the customer’s satisfaction and in a timely manner.
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Graphic DesignerJerry LeighLos Angeles, CAJun 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 6 months)
Designed apparel, graphics and screen prints for Target, Walmart, JCPenney, Dillard’s and other large department stores.
Selected Achievements:- The opportunity to work with licensed Disney characters including Mickey Mouse, Daisy Duck, Cinderella, and Rapunzel -
Graphic ArtistPearson EducationSan Antonio, TXDec 2009 - May 2010 (5 months)Researched and designed high-quality pieces of art for an international educational publisher. Selected Achievements:- Along with creating vector based art I was also one of the few artists in the department who had the ability to draw illustrations for STAAR English testing.
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Adjunct InstructorI.A.D.T.San Antonio, TXAug 2008 - Aug 2009 (1 year)Taught students the essentials of graphic design and the fashion industry, leading to better prepared design professionals.
Selected Achievements:
- Voted “Best Teacher of the Quarter” by students. -
Lead DesignerSecond GenerationLos Angeles, CAMar 2004 - Jul 2007 (3 years 4 months)Developed packaging, promotional materials including catalogs, brochures and mailers to increase brand awareness. Created screen prints and other apparel graphics as needed.
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@janinealvarado, member since 2015
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