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Angelina Villanueva
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Angelina Villanueva

Brand/Creative Consultant Art Director/Designer
Chicago,US

Summary

Dynamic Art Director with a proven track record at the National Museum of Mexican Art, excelling in brand strategy development and visual identity design. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, delivering impactful marketing collateral while fostering strategic relationships. Known for driving project success and enhancing brand visibility through innovative design solutions. Committed to leveraging creativity to elevate brand narratives further.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

ADesign Studio
Chicago, US
01.2010 - Current

Brand Identity Developer / Art Director / Graphic Designer and Creative Marketing Consultant for a variety of clients

  • Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
  • Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.

Project Art Director/Graphic Designer

Chicago Foundation for Women
Chicago, US
02.2022 - 10.2022

Undivided: Power in Resistance 37th Annual Luncheon:

  • Event visual brand identity ideation and design
  • Formulated basic layout design or presentation approach and specified style, and graphics details.
  • Art direction, graphic design, used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Created custom illustrations or other graphic elements.
  • Invitation, marketing collateral, advertisements
  • Maintained accurate specs by adhering to print and art specification standards.
  • Digital/print program book, print management
  • Produced sketches, and roughs to visualize ideas.

Exhibition Art Director/Graphic Designer

National Museum of Mexican Art
Chicago, US
02.2022 - 04.2022

FRIDA KAHLO: Her Photos exhibition:

  • Visual brand identity ideation and design
  • Marketing collateral art direction, graphic design
  • Environment graphics, signage
  • Advertising design, print/production management
  • Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
  • Maintained accurate specs by adhering to print and art specification standards.
  • Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Formulated basic layout design or presentation approach and specified style, and graphics details.
  • Conferred with clients to determine objectives, budget and background information.
  • Developed and communicated industry-leading creative concepts consistent with brand.
  • Translated marketing objectives into creative strategies, designs and plans.
  • Created print materials, such as brochures, flyers, and business cards, from concept to completion.
  • Oversaw the production process, including selecting paper, inks, and finishes for print materials.
  • Produced digital graphics, including website elements, email templates, and social media visuals.
  • Conducted research on design trends to maintain fresh and relevant visual content.
  • Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.
  • Developed creative concepts for client presentations, effectively communicating design vision.

SURROUNDING FRIDA: Works from the Permanent Collection exhibition:

  • Visual brand identity ideation and design
  • Signage art direction, graphic design
  • Marketing collateral art direction and graphic design

Project Art Director/Graphic Designer

Chicago Foundation for Women
Chicago, US
04.2021 - 02.2022

1

Rise Up Disrupt 36th Annual Luncheon

2

Movers and Shakers Impact Awards

  • Event visual brand identity ideation and graphic design
  • Marketing collateral art direction/graphic design
  • Invitation/print collateral, print management
  • Merchandise design
  • Formulated basic layout design or presentation approach and specified style, and graphics details.
  • Created custom illustrations or other graphic elements.
  • Invitation, marketing collateral, advertisements
  • Maintained accurate specs by adhering to print and art specification standards.
  • Digital/print program book, print management
  • Produced sketches, and roughs to visualize ideas.
  • Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.

Media Manager

Chicago Heights Park District
Chicago Heights, US
01.2013 - 01.2022

Web Site

  • Managed website content

Email Marketing

  • Managed email marketing campaigns

Social Media

  • Developed and managed social media content to promote events and programs
  • Content Creator
  • Conceptualized and designed cross platform promotional graphics and videos for programs and events
  • Developed content and schedules for social media posts, and websites.
  • Developed promotional materials for new program launches and events.
  • Developed and maintained organizational social media presence and activity.
  • Developed and maintained company corporate image and identity using logos and signage.
  • Created and optimized promotional publications and related materials.
  • Produced video promotions
  • Identified target audience and developed optimized communication plans to engage and interest individuals.
  • Designed and edited promotional publications.
  • Identified client groups and audiences, determining best way to communicate publicity information.

Project Art Director/ Graphic Designer

Civic Studios
Chicago, US
04.2021 - 08.2021

After School Matters 2020 Online Teen Programs

1

Love, Peace + Happiness Show

2

Color Blind

3

Deep Dish

  • Visual brand identity ideation
  • Brainstormed with team members and special project managers to provide unique concepts and designs.
  • Produced sketches, and roughs to visualize ideas.
  • Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
  • Art direction, graphic design
  • Created custom illustrations or other graphic elements.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create cohesive designs for brand identity and promotional materials.
  • Conducted research on design trends to maintain fresh and relevant visual content.

Brand/Creative Consultant

HIspanic Public Media
Chicago, US
01.2017 - 03.2021

Generated comprehensive strategies for project success.

  • Designed visual brand identity for programs, events and promotions
  • Identified Potential sponsorships/packages for events and programs
  • Evaluated digital presence by product, service or brand to help define digital strategies.

Project Art Director/Graphic Designer

United Neighborhood Organization
Chicago, US
01.2017 - 11.2019

2017-2019 Carrera de Muertos Annual 5K Run:

  • Visual brand identity ideation
  • Brainstormed with team members and special project managers to provide unique concepts and designs.
  • Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
  • Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
  • Formulated basic layout design or presentation approach and specified style, and graphics details.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Marketing collateral art direction/graphic design
  • Produced digital graphics, including website elements, email templates, and social media visuals.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Created print materials, such as brochures, and flyers from concept to completion.
  • T Shirt and bib illustration art and graphic design
  • Official merchandise graphic design

Graphic Artist

City Colleges of Chicago (Daley College)
Chicago, US
09.2018 - 10.2019

Served as graphic designer for campus departments

  • Print Production management
  • Led the development and design of the Science Department DNA, BIO TECH, and VACCINATIONS Murals Project
  • Developed marketing literature and posters to be displayed at throughout campus.
  • Designed unique print materials including advertisements, brochures and logo designs.
  • Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to posters and other promotional materials.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
  • Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Project Graphic Designer

Town of Cicero
Cicero, US
01.2015 - 05.2019

Town of Cicero 2015-2019 Summer in the Park Festival program booklet

  • Event visual brand identity
  • Presented design concepts to stakeholders, articulating design choices and revisions as needed.
  • Created print materials, such as brochures, flyers, and business cards, from concept to completion.
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to create visually appealing designs.
  • Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.
  • Oversaw the production process, including selecting paper, inks, and finishes for print materials.
  • Executed photo editing and manipulation tasks to enhance visual content.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
  • Program booklet art direction/graphic design

Projects Art Director/Graphic Designer

National Museum of Mexican Art
Chicago, US
01.2015 - 01.2017

Exhibitions and events:

Spring 2017

"Memoria Presente: An Artistic Journey" exhibition

Fall 2016

1. "#30 Dia de Los Muertos: Journey to the 2. "Folk Art Week" event

Spring 2015

"The House on Mango Street, Artist Interpret Community"exhibition

  • Visual brand identity, art direction/graphic design, gallery color pallet & design, signage design
  • Marketing collateral design, advertising design, print, and production management for the following
  • Produced sketches, and roughs to visualize ideas.
  • Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
  • Maintained accurate specs by adhering to print and art specification standards.
  • Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
  • Translated marketing objectives into creative strategies, designs and plans.
  • Created custom illustrations or other graphic elements.
  • Formulated basic layout design or presentation approach and specified style, and graphics details.
  • Developed and communicated industry-leading creative concepts consistent with brand.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create variety of graphic designs.
  • Oversaw the production process, including selecting paper, inks, and finishes for print materials.
  • Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, posters and other promotional materials.
  • Conducted research on design trends to maintain fresh and relevant visual content.
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to brand standards.
  • Produced digital graphics, including website elements, email templates, and social media visuals.
  • Selected colors and themes while adding functionality to create new designs.
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas and concepts for projects.
  • Created print materials, such as brochures, flyers, and signage, from concept to completion.
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to create visually appealing designs.
  • Implemented client feedback into design revisions, ensuring final deliverables met project requirements.
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
  • Executed photo editing and manipulation tasks to enhance visual content.
  • Coordinated with external vendors to ensure quality production of design materials.
  • Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.

Graphic Arts Director

National Museum of Mexican Art
Chicago, US
03.1997 - 03.2010
  • Responsible for:
  • Museum's national brand Identity concept and development that led to national programs and events
  • Museum's bilingual brand management for international and local exhibitions, performances, and events

Art Directed and Designed from concept to completion:

  • The visual brand identity of exhibitions, performing arts programs and events
  • Bilingual marketing collateral for exhibitions, performing arts programs and events
  • Exhibition environments, signage, catalogs and graphics
  • Promotions for performing arts programs, fund raising events and sponsorship packages
  • Museum gift shop products and packaging

Directed and Managed:

  • All museum department's design and print production schedules for exhibitions, programs and events projected within 2- 3-year periods
  • The purchase and production of all outsourced printing
  • Event sponsorship co-branding
  • The art direction of the photography of artwork showcased in museum publications and promotions
  • The museum building expansion project public space and interior design
  • General and cross department marketing initiatives

As a member of the museum marketing committee, conceptualized an award for Young Literary Women for the annual Sor Juana Festival

  • Managed all marketing for the 2005 Día Del Niño Festival, in collaboration with main sponsor, Target
  • Developed an incentive promotion for the audience development partnership with Marshall Field's

Permanent Exhibition Concept and Design

  • Art directed and designed/created graphic photo essays for the permanent exhibition"Mexican Chicago." This exhibit was based on a book published by Arcadia
  • Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings.
  • Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
  • Established performance metrics and evaluated staff to promote continuous improvement.
  • Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
  • Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and market share.
  • Managed crisis situations to minimize impact on operations and reputation.
  • Managed annual budgeting process, including forecasting and financial planning.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts with vendors and partners to optimize resource allocation.
  • Led change management efforts to adapt to market shifts and organizational needs.
  • Monitored industry trends to identify opportunities for expansion and innovation.
  • Spearheaded the development and launch of new products or services.
  • Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.

Education

BFA - Advertising Design

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.1994

Skills

  • Digital Marketing
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
  • Typography
  • WordPress
  • Commercial interior design
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
  • Print and Project Management
  • Marketing copy development
  • Social Media Management
  • Conceptual illustration
  • Video content creation
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Content Creation
  • Creative marketing ideation
  • Creative design solutions
  • Brand strategy development
  • Email Marketing
  • Visual layout design
  • Value proposition development
  • Project management
  • Brand strategy planning
  • Life cycle project management
  • Process optimization
  • Contract management
  • Strategic project planning
  • Design coordination
  • Program creation and implementation
  • Small business operations
  • Strategic planning
  • Digital transformation
  • Marketing
  • Negotiation

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project Art Director/Graphic Designer

Chicago Foundation for Women
02.2022 - 10.2022

Exhibition Art Director/Graphic Designer

National Museum of Mexican Art
02.2022 - 04.2022

Project Art Director/Graphic Designer

Chicago Foundation for Women
04.2021 - 02.2022

Project Art Director/ Graphic Designer

Civic Studios
04.2021 - 08.2021

Graphic Artist

City Colleges of Chicago (Daley College)
09.2018 - 10.2019

Brand/Creative Consultant

HIspanic Public Media
01.2017 - 03.2021

Project Art Director/Graphic Designer

United Neighborhood Organization
01.2017 - 11.2019

Project Graphic Designer

Town of Cicero
01.2015 - 05.2019

Projects Art Director/Graphic Designer

National Museum of Mexican Art
01.2015 - 01.2017

Media Manager

Chicago Heights Park District
01.2013 - 01.2022

Owner

ADesign Studio
01.2010 - Current

Graphic Arts Director

National Museum of Mexican Art
03.1997 - 03.2010

BFA - Advertising Design

Columbia College Chicago
Angelina VillanuevaBrand/Creative Consultant Art Director/Designer