Rayna Hernandez

Enjoyably Serious

Passionate about the Possibilities. My mantra has become: The one important thing I have learned over the years is the difference between taking one's work seriously and taking one's self seriously. The first is imperative and the second is disastrous. -Margot Fonteyn

Resume

Objective: To use my talents and skills to create effective visual communication that stands out amongst a media saturated society.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Studied and learned creative solutions to visual problems, I've applied design fundamentals to modification, incorporation and composition of the project. Explored type families, combinations of display and text. Learned to use all aspects of computer, hand drawing, and marketing tools while working independently and as a team. Experienced in designing identity systems, brochures, packaging and ads combining research, concept, design and reproduction for the intended viewers.

EXPERIENCE

Graphic Designer [ Mae Photography ]
Los Alamitos, CA
February 2008 - December 2008
Responsible for re-branding look and feel of the company, which includes marketing collateral, web page design, customized cards for individual client styles, book layout design, window design and various other pieces. Resized and retouched images per clientele orders.

Graphic Designer [ Color Dots, Inc. ]
Pasadena, CA
October 2007 - January 2008
Worked in Adobe CS3 to create and re-create printed materials such as business cards, calendars, advertisements etc. in a fast paced environment.

Private Tutor/Art Curriculum Coordinator [ Zinsmeyer Academy ]
Long Beach, CA
February 2005 - September 2007
Upon Intense Studio Art and Design Study at California State University Long Beach I also taught emotionally disturbed and juvenile delinquent children about art history and helped them to find their own vision, gain confidence and improve their academic skills. I also helped keep grading documentation along with organizing valuable academic material.

Graphic Designer [ United Flyer ]
Van Nuys, CA
June 2004- December 2004
Designed brochures, advertisements and booklets, menus, signs and business cards. Managed, produced and did pre-press lay-out for Home Magazine Group

EDUCATION:
California State University, Long Beach, CA
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design 6/07
Brooks College, Long Beach, CA
Associates Degree in Visual Communications

Computer Skills:
Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign

Status

Interested in Fulltime Employment and Freelance Projects

Location

Long Beach, CA

Specialties

  • Art Direction
  • Print
  • Packaging

Experience

4 years