Experienced and highly skilled graphic designer with over two decades of freelance practice, specializing in exceptional art direction and design. Former design educator, bringing valuable insights and expertise in collaboration, leadership, presentation, and project management. Possesses a deep understanding of design theory, application, brand development, and proficiency in various software and hardware tools. Committed to delivering visually impactful solutions that meet client objectives and drive results. Known for exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and ability to effectively communicate complex design concepts.…

jmontoto

Experienced and highly skilled graphic designer with over two decades of freelance practice, specializing in exceptional art direction and design. Former design educator, bringing valuable insights and expertise in collaboration, leadership, presentation, and project management. Possesses a deep understanding of design theory, application, brand development, and proficiency in various software and hardware tools. Committed to delivering visually impactful solutions that meet client objectives and drive results. Known for exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and ability to effectively communicate complex design concepts.…

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Experienced and highly skilled graphic designer with over two decades of freelance practice, specializing in exceptional art direction and design. Former design educator, bringing valuable insights and expertise in collaboration, leadership, presentation, and project management. Possesses a deep understanding of design theory, application, brand development, and proficiency in various software and hardware tools. Committed to delivering visually impactful solutions that meet client objectives and drive results. Known for exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and ability to effectively communicate complex design concepts.

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Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe InDesign
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
CSS
Expert
HTML5
Expert
Logo
Expert
Poster
Expert
Illustration
Expert
Adobe After Effects
Expert
Web Design
Expert
Adobe XD
Intermediate
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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
English
Fluent

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    I created this custom typography for the visual identity of the 2019 Milwaukee AIGA Membership Party. Riffing off of the word "tribe," I was inspired by artists I discovered like Isidore Isou and João Rodrigues Vieira whose letterform paintings embraced a primal energy and a rudimentary approach to form that resonated with the concept of "tribal." The graphics were to be used on postcards, posters, t-shirts, etc. designer graphicdesigner logo illustrator…
    uniE621 RAIN - Branding, Logo
    RAIN (Reforestation and Agroforestry Impact Network) is an organization that "empowers people in love with their local environments to bring back life to the landscape. (RAIN'S) projects support a wave of interest in agroecology that is swelling in Brazil, and the impacts ripple outwards." I worked with RAIN on a couple of projects, one of them being a rebranding of their organization to more effectively reflect its role as a champion for agroforestry and reforestation. Blues and greens were used to convey trust and growth, and interweaving line-work to reflect the interconnected nature of the organization's work.…
    uniE621 Milwaukee Freedom Cell - Logo Design
    This organization is a local branch within a regional network seeking to build community through interests like independent media, community gardening, and alternative education. I initially created this logo for their Telegram channel, and then extended it to other applications. The concept for the logo was inspired by the ability of plant life to displace and eventually break through concrete, as well as the number eight being the critical minimum number of members that can theoretically begin to function together as an efficient and productive group, or "cell."…
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    uniE621 Book cover design
    A graffiti-inspired design for the cover of a blank sketchbook. illustrator typography…
    uniE621 Sketchbook Logo/badge
    A logo created for the cover of a blank sketchbook. A traditional approach with a couple of whimsical elements. logo…
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    For the blank book of music manuscript paper, I adopted an ornate and intricate aesthetic to connote creativity and elegance. The borders incorporated elements of music notation into their design.…
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    Another image of the book cover design... graphicdesigner logo…
    uniE621 Grafís - (continued)
    ...and an image of the Music Notation Guide I designed for the interior. graphicdesigner…
    uniE621 Grafís - Visual Identity, Logos, Book Cover Design
    "Grafís" is a personal brand for a line of "journals and sketchbooks for artists" I created. I wanted the visual identity itself to feel as if it had been around for a while, to convey a sense of tradition and trustworthiness. For the blank book of music manuscript paper, I adopted an ornate and intricate aesthetic to connote creativity and elegance. I also designed some blank sketchbooks, one more subdued and traditional looking as well as a couple of funkier, more graffiti-inspired versions. logo branding graphicdesigner…