There are no limits to the creative possibilities in the world of art and graphic design, innovation is the keyword for success. Artists should always aim to improve both in technical knowledge and artistic expression to achieve their full potential. Over recent years I have adhere to this philosophy both in professional and personal projects, resulting in the increased quality of my work and skills. And so, when searching for employment or freelance jobs my main goal is to learn from the experience and give back the fruit of my efforts and dedication in new, creative ways.

Skills:
Illustration and design abilities applied to multiple tasks on various backgrounds including advertising, editorial and print, plus multiple freelance jobs. Work very well under pressure, alone or in teamwork. Able to learn and adapt quickly in any environment in order to fulfill an assignment.

Software knowledge includes: Mac / PC platform
Extensive experience with Adobe Illustrator CS, Photoshop CS and Quark Xpress
Working experience with Macromedia Dreamweaver, Front Page, Image Ready, Flash, Freehand, Pagemaker, Indesign, Word, HTML and Acrobat Reader.

Languages:
Fluent in Spanish and English, both in the spoken and written word.

Experience:
2005-2006 Graphic Designer, Sinexis Advertising Agency
Full creative responsibility for various types of promotional design. Clients include Orbitofacial Consultants, Aba Depilation, No-wets, Prospero, and Schering Plough Corporation, for which most of the work is done.
- Corporate identity and logo design
- Poster, brochure, flyer, invitation, banner and ad design
- Illustration

2004-2005 Freelance Graphic Designer
Developed and designed promotional material and packaging for companies such as Cristalia Premium Water, Kimberly-Clark and Gerber, among others.
- Freehand and computer illustration for presentations, commercial use and advertising.
- Web Page Art Direction and Design.
- Logo development and packaging concept and design.

2000-2004 Graphic Designer, The San Juan Star Newspaper
Design, conceptualization and ad development.
- Advertisement and Special supplements cover design
- Client presentations and logos
- Photo retouching
- Editorial layout

1998-2000 Copy Editor, The San Juan Star Spanish Newspaper
Editorial layout and special sections coordination:
- Layout design
- Coordinated editorial special sections such as Business and Entertainment.
- Basic translation of news articles and photo captions.

1997- 1998 Graphic Designer, Premier Maldonado
Worked with retail shoppers, photo retouching and illustration.

Education:
2004 - 2005 Escuela de Artes Plásticas, San Juan, PR - Graphic and Web Page design courses
1992-1996 Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón, San Juan, PR - Visual Arts Bachelor's Degree, Graduated with honors