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Professional Experience

Graphic Designer at Flimp Communications 

July, 2022–Present 

  • Leading designer for branded illustration across marketing, product, and internal communications, ensuring visual consistency and alignment with brand identity.
  • Design and edit illustrated storyboards for animated explainer videos by translating voiceover scripts into clear, engaging visual narratives using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Creating visually compelling layouts for benefits guides by combining illustration, typography, and imagery.
  • Provide design support for marketing initiatives, including website graphics, sales collateral, and promotional campaigns. 


Owner & Freelance Designer at LISARISA Studio 

September, 2019–Present 

  • Collaborate with local and international clients to develop custom branding solutions such as logos, brand kits, and illustration assets, that visually communicate their identity and values.
  • Specialize in thoughtful, visually engaging packaging design that enhances shelf appeal and reflects brand identity.
  • Provide creative direction and design solutions across digital and print media, including website and social media  graphics, printed advertisements, and more.
  • Formerly operated an online shop offering original stationery and illustrated goods, gaining hands-on experience in product development and marketing.  


Business & Communications Specialist at Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) 

July, 2018–July, 2019 

  • Developed branding  and marketing materials for various restaurants and retail shops, ensuring cohesive and impactful brand representation across print and digital channels.
  • Designed menus, promotional assets, and signage tailored to the diverse in-house concepts.
  • Developed web and social media graphics to support various campaigns and boost engagement. 


Graphic Designer at Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) 

June, 2012–July 2018 

  • Designed creative layouts and advertising collateral for Okinawa Living, a 76-page monthly lifestyle magazine, using illustrations, typography, and photography.
  • Art directed a 250-page annual publication, Okinawa Guide, for three consecutive years, managing a team of five in-house artists, overseeing photography, and coordinating with print vendors.
  • Created marketing collateral such as signage, posters, and web graphics for large festivals and concerts with 10,000+ attendees.
  • Designed promotional merchandise and branded items for special events and campaigns.

Skills

Software and Creative Websites

Software and Creative Websites

Software and Creative Websites

  • Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Lightroom
  • Procreate
  • Sketchbook Pro
  • Squarespace
  • Shopify
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google office applications

Professional Skills

Software and Creative Websites

Software and Creative Websites

  • Hand-drawn illustrations
  • Logo design
  • Packaging design
  • Layout design
  • Typography
  • Marketing campaigns
  • Branding
  • Knowledge in offset printing processes
  • Photo editing
  • Digital design
  • Color theory
  • Merchandise and product design knowledge
  • Video production for social media platforms

Education

Communications Arts - Graphic Design

University of Hawaii

2008–2012

3.8/4.0 GPA 

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