John Robert Casares
Summary
Senior Graphic Designer experienced in creating high-impact digital, social media, and broadcast graphics for fast-paced media environments. Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, visual storytelling, and brand design. Known for producing engaging creative assets that support marketing campaigns, drive audience engagement, and maintain consistent brand identity across digital platforms.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Graphic Designer
Power 106 (Meruelo Media)
12.2022 - Current
- Design branded digital graphics, promotional visuals, and social media assets for events, talent, and marketing campaigns.
- Produce graphics for Instagram, YouTube, website banners, and digital marketing campaigns.
- Create video thumbnails, lower thirds, and event visuals that increase engagement and content performance.
- Collaborate with marketing, programming, and content teams to maintain a unified visual identity.
Designer & Graphics Operator
Power 106 (Meruelo Media)
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Designed on-air graphics, digital assets, and motion elements for live broadcasts and social platforms.
- Operated real-time graphics systems during live shows to ensure seamless visual execution.
- Created promotional graphics for concerts, artist interviews, and marketing campaigns.
Digital Assistant
Power 106 (Meruelo Media)
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported digital content production by preparing creative assets and publishing social media content.
- Assisted with video shoots, artist interviews, and behind-the-scenes media production.
- Maintained website articles, event listings, and show pages with SEO-friendly formatting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
University of Oregon
01.2019
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe After Effects (Basic)
- Social Media Design
- Branding & Identity
- Typography & Layout
- Motion Graphics
- Digital Marketing Assets
- Photography & Retouching
- Illustration
- Email Marketing Design
- Layout Design
- Social Media Graphics
- Website Graphics
- Image Editing
- Visual Design
Timeline
Senior Graphic Designer
Power 106 (Meruelo Media)
12.2022 - Current
Designer & Graphics Operator
Power 106 (Meruelo Media)
12.2020 - 12.2022
Digital Assistant
Power 106 (Meruelo Media)
04.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
University of Oregon