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Carlos Lewis

San Francisco,CA

Summary

I have worked as a Graphic Designer in the Bay Area for 4 years now. I've worked at a design agency for 1 year, in-house for over a year, and have been freelance designing ever since. I have demonstrated success in pitching concepts, scoping work and delivering assets on time. I am fluent in the Adobe Creative Suite with a high degree of expertise in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. While I've had fun freelancing, I miss being part of a team. I am hoping to find a small team of creatives who are just as passionate about design as I am.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Designer

Freelance
San Francisco, CA
06.2023 - Current
  • Created logos and brand identities for multiple Bay Area companies, with a focus on the restaurant and café industry.
  • Successfully maintained client retention, including RoastCo. Coffee.
  • Established productive partnerships with skilled photographers to execute artistic concepts.

In-House Designer

RoastCo. Coffee
Oakland, CA
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Transformed the brand's appearance by implementing new colors, design elements, and captivating photography.
  • Responsible for partnering with printers to effectively execute design solutions, leveraging my role as the sole team designer.
  • Contributed to the development of brand identity by advising on tone, style, and subject matter leading to enhanced layout and design.

Graphic Designer

Contrast DesignWorks
Los Altos, CA
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Managed multiple high-level projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Collaborated with clients to ensure satisfaction of design deliverables.
  • Edited photographs for use in digital media platforms including web banners, social media posts, and advertising campaigns.
  • Provided support on photo shoots related to the project's needs.
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA
06-2020

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Branding
  • Product Photography, I have my own mobile photography studio
  • Packaging Design
  • Advertising understanding
  • Design thinking

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • I was Vice President of my University's AIGA student chapter.
  • I was one of five students responsible for bringing back the AIGA student chapter to the Academy of Art University.
  • Spring and Fall show participant

Affiliations

  • I play in a few basketball leagues in my spare time.
  • I am a dad to two loving pugs.

Timeline

Graphic Designer

Freelance
06.2023 - Current

In-House Designer

RoastCo. Coffee
01.2022 - 05.2023

Graphic Designer

Contrast DesignWorks
11.2020 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Academy of Art University
Carlos Lewis