Avelino's Portfolio

  • 8 items
  • 232K in disk
  • 167K available

CV/Resume

  • Work Experience
  • Apple Inc. (Oct. 2022 – Present)
    • Delivered personalized customer service by leveraging a deep understanding of Apple products to guide customers through their purchasing decisions, enhancing their in-store experience.
    • Criminal (Jan. 2024 – Present)
    • Developed pitch decks with a focus on user interface design and strategic storytelling, enhancing the communication of value to potential clients.
    • Incorporated environmental initiatives and core company values into pitch narratives, bridging the gap between corporate identity and societal responsibility.
    • Established a new standard for proposal presentations by integrating the company’s ethics and efforts into the visual narrative, highlighting integrity and environmental consciousness.
  • Ketchup (Apr. 2024 – Present)
    • Head Designer for a social media food sharing platform, leading the design of user interfaces and experiences to enhance user engagement and interaction.
    • Developed branding and visual identity guidelines, ensuring a consistent and appealing aesthetic across all digital products.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align design strategies with business goals, improving the overall user satisfaction and platform usability.
  • Mayor’s Office, San Diego (Jun. 2019 – Mar. 2020)
    • Drafted official city proclamations, contributing to the articulation of the city’s achievements and initiatives with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Freelance Designer (Jun. 2016 – Present)
    • Collaborated with clients to create logos, web designs, and print materials, delivering creative solutions that resonate with their target audience.
  • ASP Member and Leader (Aug. 2017 – Jun. 2020)
    • Engaged in design and renovation initiatives, including leading a committee to enhance school common areas, making them more welcoming and functional for students.
  • Education
  • University of San Francisco (Dec. 2024)
    • B.A. in Design with a Minor in Architecture
    • Dean's List Scholar; 4.0/4.0 GPA
    • Volunteer Graphic Designer for KUSF (USF Radio Station), involved in campus architecture projects.
  • Skills & Interests
  • Skills: UI/UX Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma Prototyping, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, User Research, Wireframing & Prototyping, Responsive Web Design, Architectural Drafting, Project Management, Team Collaboration, Visual Communication, Design Thinking, Fundraising
  • Interests: Tech innovation, UI prototyping, DIY projects, coding, self-publishing, exploring automation and engineering



CV/Resume

  • Work Experience
  • Criminal (Jan. 2024 – Present)
    • Developed pitch decks with a focus on user interface design and strategic storytelling, enhancing the communication of value to potential clients.
    • Incorporated environmental initiatives and core company values into pitch narratives, bridging the gap between corporate identity and societal responsibility.
    • Established a new standard for proposal presentations by integrating the company’s ethics and efforts into the visual narrative, highlighting integrity and environmental consciousness.
  • Ketchup (Apr. 2024 – Present)
    • Head Designer for a social media food sharing platform, leading the design of user interfaces and experiences to enhance user engagement and interaction.
    • Developed branding and visual identity guidelines, ensuring a consistent and appealing aesthetic across all digital products.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align design strategies with business goals, improving the overall user satisfaction and platform usability.
  • ASP Member and Leader (Aug. 2017 – Jun. 2020)
    • Engaged in design and renovation initiatives, including leading a committee to enhance school common areas, making them more welcoming and functional for students.
  • Education
  • University of San Francisco (Dec. 2024)
    • B.A. in Design with a Minor in Architecture
    • Dean's List Scholar; 4.0/4.0 GPA
    • Volunteer Graphic Designer for KUSF (USF Radio Station), involved in campus architecture projects.
  • Skills & Interests
  • Skills: UI/UX Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma Prototyping, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, User Research, Wireframing & Prototyping, Responsive Web Design, Architectural Drafting, Project Management, Team Collaboration, Visual Communication, Design Thinking, Fundraising
  • Interests: Tech innovation, UI prototyping, DIY projects, coding, self-publishing, exploring automation and engineering



Trash

  • Name
  • Size
  • Kind

As a design student specializing in UI/UX, publication, product, and graphic design, I merge form and function to create user-centric experiences. My journey in design bridges abstraction and humanity, making complex ideas accessible and effective. I believe in purposeful design that enriches daily life, blending usability with aesthetics to craft meaningful experiences. Let's embark on a design journey where functionality meets elegance, adding value to our lives. Top Expertise Proficient in prototyping and web design, I specialize in creating innovative and aesthetically pleasing digital experiences at the intersection of technology and art.

© 2024 Avelino J. Cortina IV