Tom Hebblethwaite

UX/UI, Graphic Designer

San Diego, CA, USA
I am a UX/UI Designer with 20+ years of professional experience in the Design Industry. I specialize in UX/UI design, OOH Marketing, Themed Experience Design and Graphic Design. I love to create memorable experienced through design that can be applied to different scenarios and situations.

Work Experience

Independent Contractor

UX/UI, Graphic Designer

• Communicating with clients to understand the project scope, and visualize the design process.
• Designing advertisements, artwork, brochures, logos, signs, branding and other design materials.
• Creating designs by using computer software such as Adobe CC.
• Design revisions and updates.
• Project Management.
• File prep and communication with vendor's for printing, install, or design implementation.
August 2020 -

Universal Studios, Super Nintendo World

Graphic Designer - Contractor

• Responsible for ideation and creation of graphics and environmental designs to be approved by Art Directors and Senior Designers.

• Created production files, color elevations, 3D models and presentation decks for construction and concepts.

• Attended morning meetings to alight with daily goals.

• Met deadlines for each phase of a project, and informed Director of changes to the deadline.
May 2022 - August 2022 Universal City, California, United States

Universal Studios Hollywood And CityWalk

Graphic Designer

Oversee Print Media for venus both within Universal Studios and City Walk.

•Responsible for ideation and creation of graphics and environmental designs to be approved by the Art Director, and Park President/ COO
• Created production files, color elevations, 3D models and presentation decks for construction and concepts.
• Oversaw construction and installation of elements designed and project management.
• Prepared elements for cost estimates and bids.
• Attended or coordinated production meetings as needed.
• Met deadlines for each phase of a project, and informed Director of changes to the deadline.
• Assisted other department as needed. Departments include but not limited to: Showset, Intelectual Property, Food, Merchandise, Park Operations, Legal, CityWalk, Sign Shop.
June 2018 - August 2020 California, United States

SeaWorld And Aquatica San Diego

Senior Graphic Designer

Designing Print media for in-park usage and Seasonal Events for both SeaWorld and Aquatica. Designs include: Menus, Events, Attractions, Brand Development.

• Renders drawings, illustrations and models of design concepts, and presents for approval.
• Read and prepare working drawings and/or construction documents including plans, elevations and color elevations of scenery, signs, and properties to be constructed.
• Create full size print ready art for production of signs and printed scenic elements.
• Oversees construction and installation of elements designed.
• Prepares elements for cost estimates and bids.
• Attend or coordinate production meetings as needed.
• Monitors progress of new design elements and keeps supervisor and others informed of changes.
• Meet deadlines for each phase of a project, and inform supervisor of changes to the deadline.
February 2016 - June 2018 San Diego, California, United States

Sign King

Art Director/Graphic Designer

My main responsibilities include meeting with client to discuss their needs regarding design. Create graphics to be applied to substrate such as signs, business cards, Trade show displays, and other materials. Electronic PrePress and file set up, and typesetting.

• Schedule artwork to be completed on time and within budget.
• Met with clients to discuss their needs regarding design.
• Create graphics for signs, business cards, trade show displays, and other media.
• Electronic Pre-Press and file check.
• Video production and editing.
January 2007 - February 2016 California, United States

Keller Williams Real Estate Brokerage

Graphic Designer/ Marketing Assistant

Met with Real Estate Agents to discuss their marketing needs. Services included Branding, Designs from concept to completion, and EDDM.

• Met with Real Estate Agents to discuss their marketing needs.
• Branding and Logo Design.
• Design from concept to completion.
• Every Door Direct Mailers (EDDM).
• Administrative tasks.
January 2010 - March 2011 California, United States

IKEA

Graphic Design Intern

Created signs and graphics for the show room and marketplace. Strict adherence to images and typography was maintained through the use of the IKEA Style guide.

• Created signs and graphics, for the show room and marketplace.
• Strict adherence to images and typography through the use of the IKEA Style guide.
• Administrative tasks.
2006 - California, United States

Education

Coursera

Google UX Design Professional Certificate

A rigorous training designed for entry-level job readiness. Seven courses covering topics like: UX research fundamentals, inclusive design, wireframing, low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes, and tools like Figma and Adobe XD. Completed hands-on projects and developed a portfolio including 3 projects to received the certificate.
January 2023 - February 2023

Technology And Continuing Education

Multi-Media

Video Effects, Video Editing, Motion Graphics, Animation, Action Scripting, Web Design, CSS, HTML, Coding
March 2015 - December 2015 San Diego, California, United States

Continuing Education

Electronic PrePress Operations

Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, File Preparation and set up. Plate Making, Production.
July 2006 San Diego, California, United States

San Diego State University (CSU)

Bachelors of Fine Art

Graphic Design, Panting and Print Making, Fine Art.
2003 - 2009 San Diego, California, United States

Languages

English (Native),
Spanish (Beginner),

Skills

Adobe, Adobe XD, After Effects, Figma, Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, UI Design , Usability Testing, User Research , UX Design, UX Design, Wireframing,