Hi I'm Ariel the Creator, an award winning graphic designer and illustrator from Houston, TX. I'm a detail-oriented designer with 4 years of experience in studio and in-house environments. I'm a master in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365, strong communication skills, and a passion for print and digital design. I'm excited about the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and grow within a collaborative team setting. Senior Graphic Designer Houston Strong Children Services, Jan 2024 – Present • Built a project management system from scratch maximizing all existing software usage company wide and increased efficiency and productivity • Refreshed existing brand identity, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints and mediums, and created brand guidelines • Created visually appealing and engaging assets to support selling efforts, adhering to brand standards and strategic objectives. • Designed graphics and illustrations across multiple platforms, including proposals, fact sheets, conference materials, print and digital signage, and other collateral. • Created a digital library filing system to house photos, fonts, templates, and more. • Translated conceptual ideas into effective design, formulating concepts and rendering illustrations with attention to detail and creativity. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and external print vendors to ensure quality standards and deadlines are met. Lead Graphic Designer Florida Rising (New Florida Majority), Sept 2020 - Feb 2022 • Executed print and digital design projects for internal stakeholders, including branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets. • Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, consistently monitoring and mastering best practices in design. • Applied an analogue approach to design, beginning with pencil and paper to develop thoughtful concepts and solutions. • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and brand guidelines. • Received positive feedback from clients and colleagues for creativity, efficiency, and professionalism. Graphic Designer Viant Technology, Nov 2021 – Jan 2022 • Led an award-winning, internal campaign, utilizing custom illustration to create impactful visuals for Black History Month • Maintained brand integrity across marketing materials and communications platforms…Hi I'm Ariel the Creator, an award winning graphic designer and illustrator from Houston, TX. I'm a detail-oriented designer with 4 years of experience in studio and in-house environments. I'm a master in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365, strong communication skills, and a passion for print and digital design. I'm excited about the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and grow within a collaborative team setting. Senior Graphic Designer Houston Strong Children Services, Jan 2024 – Present • Built a project management system from scratch maximizing all existing software usage company wide and increased efficiency and productivity • Refreshed existing brand identity, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints and mediums, and created brand guidelines • Created visually appealing and engaging assets to support selling efforts, adhering to brand standards and strategic objectives. • Designed graphics and illustrations across multiple platforms, including proposals, fact sheets, conference materials, print and digital signage, and other collateral. • Created a digital library filing system to house photos, fonts, templates, and more. • Translated conceptual ideas into effective design, formulating concepts and rendering illustrations with attention to detail and creativity. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and external print vendors to ensure quality standards and deadlines are met. Lead Graphic Designer Florida Rising (New Florida Majority), Sept 2020 - Feb 2022 • Executed print and digital design projects for internal stakeholders, including branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets. • Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, consistently monitoring and mastering best practices in design. • Applied an analogue approach to design, beginning with pencil and paper to develop thoughtful concepts and solutions. • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and brand guidelines. • Received positive feedback from clients and colleagues for creativity, efficiency, and professionalism. Graphic Designer Viant Technology, Nov 2021 – Jan 2022 • Led an award-winning, internal campaign, utilizing custom illustration to create impactful visuals for Black History Month • Maintained brand integrity across marketing materials and communications platformsWWWW…