I was a Graphic Designer for over 5 years before I transitioned into a UX/UI Designer. Regardless of how I pivoted my career, I do know that my skills in graphic design and multimedia can still be utilized as a UX/UI Designer. I have always taken an interest on how people can experience a design, whether it be through a digital application or even the physical spaces around them.
I want to be able to design to solve problems and innovate a change in our society.
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Linkedin: in/ciscodeleon
Email: ciscodeleon1@gmail.com
Skills: art direction, attention to detail, copywriting, multi-tasking, fast paced environments, public affairs
Tech Skills: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe XD, Figma, Microsoft PowerPoint, HTML/CSS
Professional
Experience
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May 2022 - July 2022
• Worked with the marketing and communications team in designing communication materials through Photoshop, Illustration and Marq (FKA Lucidpress).
• Designed infographics and layout of digital communication materials such as newsletters, social media posts, and handouts. -
May 2022 - Aug 2022
• Edited art documents and client proposals
• Assisted design team in designing environmental graphic design mock ups
• Assisted design team in designing physical space graphics for big10 HQ, Soul Cycle building and the Hudson Yards. -
• Grade/Rank: E-4 Specialist
• M.O.S : Public Affairs Mass Comm specialist
• Unit: 444th Mobile Public Affairs
• Basic Combat Training: Fort Jackson, South Carolina
• Advanced Individual Training: Fort Meade, Maryland -
Aug 2018 - May 2021
• Assisted the marketing and communications team with development and execution of communications and brand identity to attract potential students.
• Conceptualized and designed images and video content for school announcements, social media platforms, events, campaigns, and other school related affairs for online and print distribution
• Designed and produced powerpoint presentations for in-person and online open houses, faculty meetings, and online based video lectures.
• Assisted with the strategic planning, coding, design and editing of Touro GST website and digital apps through the use of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma and Adobe Xd.
• Created templates of graphic packages for promotional videos and online lectures
• Update and changed the art direction of Touro’s brand representation
• Reviewed and mentored student-workers in design related responsibilities. -
Jan 2018 – Aug 2018
• Worked under the art director on all aspects of show/set and environmental graphic designs including 2D and 3D renderings, and concept designs
• Worked on Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Indesign to create and edit environmental graphics, show/set elements, vinyl graphics, design documents, and posters.
• Worked on AutoDesk Maya, 3D Max, and Sketch Up in assisting with 3D renderings of showset elements -
Aug 2014 – Dec 2017
• Taught beginner level to advanced use of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Flash, and Adobe Dreamweaver
• Organized programs of practical and technical instruction, including demonstrations, lectures on color theory and techniques Implementing the best practices and terminology of Graphic Design using the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Created syllubus, lesson plans, and step-by-step written tutorials and guides for students.
• Supplemented classroom curriculum with appropriate industry ancillary materials and projects.
• Planned and supervised lab work and student projects and assignments -
May 2012 – Jan 2014
• Worked under the art director on all aspects of show/set and environmental graphic designs for all 48 SM Malls in the Philippines
• Designed banners, tarpaulins, wall murals, enclosures, and mall directories
• Handled Print production of environmental graphics
• Edited and updated the SM Supermalls websites
• Designed stage backgrounds of events
• Worked with vendors in design projects or upcoming stores.
Education
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De La Salle College of St Benilde
Bachelor of Arts
Multimedia Arts -
Touro University Grad School of Tech
Master of Arts
Web and Multimedia Design
2016 – 2018 -
Rutgers University New Brunswick
Master of Business and Science
User Experience Design
2022 – Present
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