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

  • 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

  • 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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