David Espinosa
Visual Brand Designer
Austin, TX, USAI have over 25 years of experience in conceptualization, design, brand identity, and creative management with business and consumer clients of all sizes. I approach creative problems with a strategic point of view and use both practical experience and data-driven analysis to envision and deliver on the needs of clients and stakeholders. I am highly adaptable - I was WFH before it was cool. I’ve achieved success as a team of one and a team of many, with agency, in-house, and freelance experience.
Work Experience
Specialized Products / PulseTech Products
Senior Graphic Designer (Remote)
I was directly responsible for creating and maintaining consistent brand design across various marketing materials, including numerous unique product manufacturer brands. I worked in both a team-based and independent capacity to deliver projects on a deadline driven timeline.
2019
- 2023
Texas, United States
Nexus Grafix
Graphic Designer / Sr. Production Artist
I oversaw multiple projects simultaneously from conception to completion, all while adhering to strict graphic and brand guidelines and ensuring corporate design principles were met. I directly managed relationships with customers and vendors to ensure expectations were aligned with organizational processes and capabilities. Additionally, I managed on-boarding, design guideline training, assigned project work responsibilities, and otherwise mentored junior teammates.
2012
- 2019
Colorado, United States
CreativeRobot Design
Freelance Graphic Design
I worked closely with clients & vendors on all aspects of the creative process and production workflow from ideation to completion. Projects included all forms of marketing materials and brand identity assets. In my role as operator and owner of the business, I managed all aspects of a graphic design business, including creative and administrative duties, as well as nurturing client relationships and growing business prospects.
2001
- 2012
Colorado, United States
Rose Productions
Graphic Designer
I balanced creative and administrative tasks for multiple client accounts with monthly budgets of $100k+. I aligned senior management and staff to create effective and engaging advertising campaigns from start to finish. In coordination with outside media vendors, I designed all forms of print advertising to successfully present a unified brand image for our clients.
2005
- 2007
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Gulf Coast Advertising
Senior Graphic Designer
I was responsible for producing all print production assets for the in-house agency of an automotive dealership spanning 5 locations with 14 different branded product lines. I collaborated with all levels of management and staff to create effective advertising while monitoring all agency advertising to ensure compliance with specific brand and regulatory guidelines.
2003
- 2005
Houston, Texas, United States
GillCook Advertising
Print Production Manager / Graphic Designer
I created design and layout for a wide range of advertising collateral. I facilitated communications with vendors, clients, and third-party representatives to ensure timely completion of all design projects. In my role as a Production Manger, I oversaw all administrative and supervisory duties for running the production department.
1998
- 2003
Houston, Texas, United States
Education
The Art Institute Of Pittsburgh - Online Division
Bachelors of Fine Arts
Studied courses in graphic design, art direction, typography, layout, among other courses.
2011
United States
Skills
Acrobat,
Adobe CC,
After Effects,
Figma,
Illustrator,
Indesign,
MS Office ,
Photoshop,
XD,