Graphic Designer - Print, Digital, Branding Expert
Resume:
MARIA CRUZ
Los Angeles, CA ****5
E-Mail: ***********@*********.***
Web Site: mcruzdesign.com
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Highly experienced Graphic Designer with a strong background in media, entertainment, and corporate visual communications across print, digital, and presentation platforms. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
(InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) with demonstrated expertise in layout, typography, and visual hierarchy. Proven ability to translate complex data, narratives, and regulatory or brand-driven content into clear, compelling, and on-brand visual designs. Exceptional organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills, consistently delivering high-quality work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Strong collaborator with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, working effectively with creative teams, marketing departments,and executive leadership. Adept at managing multiple concurrent projects while maintaining accuracy, brand consistency, and attention to detail. Extensive experience supporting media campaigns, corporate branding initiatives, and high-visibility projects for major studios and global brands.
Superior organizational, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills. Strong time-management, prioritization, and multitasking abilities. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator). Strong conceptual design skills with expertise in layout, typography, and visual hierarchy. Ability to translate complex data, narratives, and regulatory content into polished, on-brand designs. Experience producing media design assets for print, digital, and presentation formats. Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, evolving environments with multiple concurrent priorities.
EDUCATION
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design
DESIGN EXPERIENCE
Creative Vision Graphics – North Hollywood, CA. Feb 2011 to Dec 2025 Graphic Designer
• Designed key art, media assets, and promotional materials for film and entertainment clients including CBS Films, RealD 3D, Focus Features, and Film District. Developed on-brand visual solutions across print, digital, and presentation formats. with internal teams, marketing departments, and external stakeholders to meet creative objectives.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting aggressive production schedules. Applied strong typography, layout, and visual hierarchy principles to enhance messaging clarity.
• Translated complex creative briefs into clear, compelling visual designs. Ensured brand consistency and compliance across all deliverables. Supported campaign development from concept through final production. Freelance Graphic Designer – Los Angeles, CA. Sep 2005 to Jan 2011 Graphic Designer
• Provided comprehensive graphic design services for clients including Walt Disney, NBC Studios, Universal Studios, Mattel, Frederick’s of Hollywood, and major creative agencies.
• Designed corporate identities, logos, packaging, advertising, and marketing collateral. Produced media design materials for print, digital platforms, and executive presentations. Managed end-to-end project workflows, timelines, and client communications.
• Collaborated with creative directors, marketing teams, and production vendors.
• Translated complex brand narratives and product information into effective visual solutions.
• Maintained high design standards while meeting tight deadlines. Adapted design strategies to meet diverse brand and regulatory requirements.
Graphic Orb – Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, Culver City, CA. Nov 2004 to Jul 2005 Graphic Designer
• Designed packaging and media assets for home entertainment releases. Applied brand guidelines to ensure consistency across national and international markets. Collaborated with marketing, legal, and production teams to meet compliance standards.
• Managed multiple projects in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Prepared production-ready files for print and manufacturing.
• Utilized strong layout and typography skills to enhance consumer engagement.
• Supported creative development for promotional campaigns. Ensured accuracy and quality control across all deliverables. Freelance Graphic Designer – Los Angeles, CA. Sep 2005 to 2011 Graphic Designer
• Provided comprehensive graphic design services for clients including Walt Disney, NBC Studios, Universal Studios, Mattel, Frederick’s of Hollywood, and major creative agencies.
• Designed corporate identities, logos, packaging, advertising, and marketing collateral.
• Produced media design materials for print, digital platforms, and executive presentations.
• Managed end-to-end project workflows, timelines, and client communications.
• Collaborated with creative directors, marketing teams, and production vendors.
• Translated complex brand narratives and product information into effective visual solutions.
• Maintained high design standards while meeting tight deadlines. Adapted design strategies to meet diverse brand and regulatory requirements.
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