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Melanie Mendez-Villarrubia

Hoffman Estates,Unites States

Summary

An artist looking to bring diversity and advocacy into the arts by carrying an interdisciplinary mindset into multi-media work.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Artist

11.2019 - Current
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.

IBM Accelerate Program Participant

IBM
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Selected as one of the top 7% of applicants to participate in the program
  • Participated in design review meetings to brainstorm new UX developments through collaborative thinking.
  • Worked closely with UX and product teams to define visual and functional requirements.
  • Participated in team-based design collaborations to facilitate the development of effective client marketing and communications programs.


Press Play Education Series Participant

Activision Blizzard
02.2022 - 03.2022
  • Worked under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Worked in a team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.

Graphic Designer

The Hernández Chicago Group
07.2021 - 07.2021
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Applied skill in color theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition.

Education

Bachelors of Fine Arts - Fine Art

The School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago IL

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2026

Skills

  • UI/UX Design
  • Visual Design
  • Design Research
  • Conceptual & Critical Thinking
  • Creative Ideation & Problem Solving
  • Game Art & Development
  • Web Design & Development
  • Professional Communication
  • Presentation Skills
  • Team management
  • Hybrid & Remote Working
  • Social Media
  • Online Presence Management
  • Adobe
  • Google Suite & Microsoft Office
  • Traditional Fine Art Skills
  • Three-Dimensional Modeling
  • Graphics and Photo Imaging
  • Digital Rendering and Illustration

Skills

  • UI/UX Design
  • Visual Design
  • Design Research
  • Conceptual & Critical Thinking
  • Creative Ideation & Problem Solving
  • Game Art & Development
  • Web Design & Development
  • Professional Communication
  • Presentation Skills
  • Team management
  • Hybrid & Remote Working
  • Social Media
  • Online Presence Management
  • Adobe
  • Google Suite & Microsoft Office
  • Traditional Fine Art Skills
  • Three-Dimensional Modeling
  • Graphics and Photo Imaging
  • Digital Rendering and Illustration

Certification

  • Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner, IBM
  • Working in a Digital World: Professional Skills, IBM
  • IBM Accelerate - Design 2023, IBM

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

IBM Accelerate Program Participant

IBM
06.2023 - 07.2023

Press Play Education Series Participant

Activision Blizzard
02.2022 - 03.2022

Graphic Designer

The Hernández Chicago Group
07.2021 - 07.2021

Artist

11.2019 - Current

Bachelors of Fine Arts - Fine Art

The School of The Art Institute of Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Columbia College Chicago

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