Dante Ortiz
New York ,New York
Summary
Creative Graphic Designer II with 4+ years of experience crafting consumer-facing products and print-ready assets. Expertise in visual storytelling, production design, and typography enhances brand engagement. Delivers high-quality solutions under tight deadlines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product launches and support business growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer II
Fanatics
New York, New York
05.2024 - Current
- Conceptualize, design, and deliver daily Topps NOW trading cards commemorating milestone achievements, record-breaking performances, and historic sports moments across major professional leagues.
- Deliver high-quality creative solutions that enhance product appeal, strengthen consumer demand, and support revenue growth
- Collaborate with photographers, editors, product managers, and licensing teams to execute time-sensitive product launches.
- Consistently execute projects under tight deadlines while upholding a high level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and brand integrity.
Creative Designer
Emmanuel College Mens Basketball
Boston, USA
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed captivating game day content, ensuring consistent engagement leaving thousands of impressions each post.
- Led collaboration with coaches to optimize posting processes, resulting in streamlined workflows.
- Drove a 56K engagement rate increase within the first 2 weeks, boosting home game attendance.
Graphic Designer
Nextfan
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Founding member of the inaugural design team, laying the groundwork for creative excellence within the organization.
- Designed Social content for channels and the Next Fan platform, driving high engagement rates and enhancing brand visibility.
- Executed innovative visual concepts aligning with Nextfan's brand identity, establishing a competitive edge in the industry and resonating strongly with the target market.
Graphic Design Intern
Exclusive Concepts
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Produced digital ad image files for online campaigns, driving increased click-through rates and conversion.
- Designed print materials for promotional events, enhancing visual appeal and audience engagement.
- Refined project details such as image sizes and fonts, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand guidelines.
Education
BFA - Graphic Design
Emmanuel College
Boston05-2023
Skills
- Visual Communication
- Typography
- Print Production
- Color Theory
- Brand Identity Systems
- Creative Direction
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Graphic Designer II
Fanatics
05.2024 - Current
Creative Designer
Emmanuel College Mens Basketball
02.2023 - 02.2024
Graphic Designer
Nextfan
08.2022 - 02.2023
Graphic Design Intern
Exclusive Concepts
06.2020 - 08.2020
BFA - Graphic Design
Emmanuel College