Aurelio Rodriguez Jr Design Portfolio

AURELIO RODRIGUEZ JR GRAPHIC DESIGNER

OBJECTIVE

A Graphic Design position where I can apply my creativity, experiences and leadership skills in a teamwork environment.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

-Leader-Professional-Creative Thinker-Teamwork Oriented-Multitasker-Problem Solver-Detail Oriented-Dependable-Organized-Amiable-Experience in the design of higher education materials-Able to represent a company with utmost professionalism, confidence and decorum-Able to manage a team to meet project deadlines-Bilingual: read, write, speak English and Spanish

Experience with posters, self-mailers, collateral, POS,book jackets, brochure sets, letterheads, adverts, compact-disc packaging, magazine spreads, branding/identity, marketing, vehicle wraps, large format design, web graphics, social media boost, heat applied graphics for athletic wear, t-shirt design

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Uni-Sport, INC(Aug 2011 - Current) Graphics Production Supervisor16933 Gramercy Pl, Gardena CA 90247 Straub Distributing Company (Budweiser)(July 2010 - June 2011) Graphic Designer 4633 East La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807St. Gertrude School(February 2008 - April 2008) Temporary 3rd and 7th grade Fine Arts and Music Instructor6824 Toler Ave, Bell Gardens CA 90201AR Graphic Design-Freelance(2007 - Current) Graphic Design DirectorClients: California State University, Fullerton, Hispanic Market Link, Universal, Burger Factory,Sweet Dreams Dessert LoungeUnited Parcel Service(August 2004 - April 2007) Third Shift (3am-8am)Package Handler for pre-load dock

EDUCATION

BFA-(2007) California State University, FullertonBachelor of Fine Arts emphasis in Graphic Design(Fullerton, CA)

DESIGN SKILLS AND SOFTWARE

-Adobe CS Series: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Adobe Acrobat-Social Networking, Wordpress, HTML-Corel Draw X4 & X5, Versa Works Rip Software-Summa Software and Hardware (Cad Cut Machines)-Free-hand illustration, drawing, photography-Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel-Proficient in both Mac & PC based Systems

REFERENCESReferences available upon request. You can also find me at LinkedIn or Coroflot.com

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CLIENTCervantes Produce

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:Aurelio Rodriguez Jr.

PROGRAMS:Illustrator

BRIEF: Re-design of client’s logo into a contemporary fresh look seperating it from it’s competition.

CLIENT The Fullerton Arboretum @ CSUF



BRIEF: Re-design of client’s dated brand identity. The use of colors clearly characterizes the seasonal changes that occurs here in the state of California. The substitution of an orange instead of the letter “O” indicates the location of the arboretum, Orange County.

CLIENTCLFSA @ California State University, Fullerton


PROGRAMS:Illustrator / Photoshop

BRIEF: Logo that celebrates the 25 years of Chicano/Latino and Native Americans graduates at CSUF.

CLIENTGood & Fabylous Desserts



BRIEF: For this design the idea was to design a logo that represents the playful character of the client/owner.

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CLIENTThe Fullerton Arboretum @ CSUF

PROJECTBrochures



BRIEF: Re-design of client’s dated brand identity into a more contemporary and consistent look.

Brochures


CLIENT:Straub Distributing Company (Budweiser) /Monster Beverage Company

PROJECTF-150 Absolute Zero Truck / Vehicle Wrap

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:Aurelio Rodriguez Jr.Rolando Villaseñor (Design Director)


BRIEF: Vehicle Wrap that promotes a new Monster

brand all over Orange County and Inland Empire.


CLIENT The Human Element

PROJECTThe Human Element: The Viability of the

Culinary Culture / Conceptual Newsletter


PROGRAMS:Illustrator / Photoshop / InDesign

BRIEF: Design and layout of a culinary newsletter. This newsletter concentrates specifically on the culinary culture that exist in

the United States.

Two Page Spread Single Page Spread


CLIENTHispanic Market Link

PROJECT

California State University, Fullerton Alumni

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:

Aurelio Rodriguez Jr.


BRIEF: Creative development through production of a newspaper ad to build brand recognition and awareness of California State University, Fullerton among the Hispanic community. Print campaign displayed in Spanish newspapers La Opinion and Excelsior through a six-week period.


CLIENTChicano/Latino Faculty and Staff Association (CLFSA)

PROJECT20th Chicano/Latino and Native American Graduation Celebration Collateral


PROGRAMS:Illustrator / Photoshop / InDesign

BRIEF: Create brand identity for the 20 years of Chicano/Latino and Native American graduation celebration.The idea of the design was based on a indigenious hieroglyphics theme that represents the years of sacrifice and hard work.

ITEMSInvitation for faculty and staff (Pyramid), brochure for students and event tickets.

Brochure / Tickets / Faculty & Staff Invitation


CLIENTSweet Dreams Dessert Lounge Brand Identity

PROJECT

Brand Identity/Marketing



BRIEF: Fresh New Bakery that was looking for a classy yet modern brand indetity that went well with their theme.

Company Logo

4x4 Sticker

4x6 PostcardRound Edge Business Card with UV Spotcoating


CLIENTEqual Opportunity Program (EOP)

PROJECTCalifornia State University, Fullerton’s EOP Hall of Fame Scholarship Gala invitation.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:



BRIEF: For EOP’s first annual Hall of Fame Scholarship Gala the client wanted a theme that looked back to past activist figures. This invitation was based on a gate fold that was wrapped with a band that read “ Access & Educational Equity is a Right.” The construction of the invite brought forward a sense of power, success and welcoming.


CLIENTComrades Liquor Collection

PROJECTComrades: Liquor Collection/ Package Design (Tequila, Vodka and Whiskey)

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:



BRIEF: Design and development of a limited edition liquor

bottle collection for “Comrades”.


CLIENTECHO

PROJECTECHO: Latino Music and Fashion / Conceptual Magazine

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:


PROGRAMS:Illustrator / hotoshop / InDesign

BRIEF: Develop a magazine that appeals to youth culture that is well in-tune with Latino music and fashion.

Magazine with page spreads and Masthead.


CLIENTUni-Sport, INC

PROJECTBarcelona FC Product Launch

GRAPHIC DESIGNER:



BRIEF: Launch Kit to promote new business with sipesa s.a. Uni-Sport became the official supplier for FC Barcelona Player Kits. Print and Web related designs were created in this project.

Uni-Sport website with final slide

Web slide Samples

Product Placement SlideMagazine Advert

Documents

Aurelio Rodriguez Jr Design Portfolio