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 ILBachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2026
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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