CREATIVE VISUAL ARTIST
SUMMARY
Dynamic visual artist and creative designer with over 15 years of experience in graphic design, animation, and interactive media. Expert in transforming complex concepts into engaging visual narratives across print, digital, and immersive platforms. Proven success implementing emerging technologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and audience engagement. Skilled collaborator and team leader, delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ROYAL CARIBBEAN LTD | MIAMI, FL
Sr. HTML Developer, Launch Creative | 2021 - Present
Sr. HTML Developer, Launch Creative | 2021 - Present
Designed and developed responsive digital marketing assets, including direct mail, animated and static banners, enhancing customer engagement and click-through rates.
Optimized creative workflows and asset performance across platforms to ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables.
MIAMI DADE COLLEGE | MIAMI, FL
Professor of Character Design | 2021 2022
Instructed students in character design, storyboarding, and 2D/3D animation for Fine Arts programs.
Developed course syllabi, instructional materials, and hands-on projects aligned with professional industry standards.
Guided students in creating professional demo reels to prepare them for creative industry careers.
Developed course syllabi, instructional materials, and hands-on projects aligned with professional industry standards.
Guided students in creating professional demo reels to prepare them for creative industry careers.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN LTD | MIAMI, FL
Associate III, VR Systems / Sr. Web & Graphic Designer | 2014 - 2020
Integrated 3D animated graphics and characters into VR simulation environments (e.g., CAVE), collaborating with architects, vendors, and clients.
Led design initiatives for marketing and product teams, including a full redesign of the Travel Agent onboarding website, improving user retention and engagement.
Produced immersive promotional campaigns that elevated brand storytelling across multiple digital channels.
Led design initiatives for marketing and product teams, including a full redesign of the Travel Agent onboarding website, improving user retention and engagement.
Produced immersive promotional campaigns that elevated brand storytelling across multiple digital channels.
BUENO INC. | MIAMI, FL
Creative/Interactive Designer 2012 -2014
Conceptualized and produced visually striking design solutions that increased product engagement by 40% and print sales by 25%.
Executed cross-platform marketing campaigns and digital assets, driving a 35% rise in customer response and 15% in overall sales.
Executed cross-platform marketing campaigns and digital assets, driving a 35% rise in customer response and 15% in overall sales.
ART GALLERY FABRICS | HOLLYWOOD, FL
Web Designer | 2011 - 2012
Designed two websites, a mobile app, and product catalogs, enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement by 40%.
Created storyboards, animatics, and 3D animations for promotional videos, improving customer interaction by 30%.
Created storyboards, animatics, and 3D animations for promotional videos, improving customer interaction by 30%.
FREELANCE WORK
CITIUX CORPORATION & OTHER CLIENTS
Developed full brand identities, marketing materials, and user interfaces that significantly increased client revenue.
Redesigned multiple websites for improved UX and accessibility, driving higher traffic and conversions.
Created digital and print promotional assets that strengthened brand presence and client engagement.
Redesigned multiple websites for improved UX and accessibility, driving higher traffic and conversions.
Created digital and print promotional assets that strengthened brand presence and client engagement.
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Animation
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) – Savannah, GA
Focus: 3D Animation
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) – Savannah, GA
Focus: 3D Animation
Certificate in VR, AR, and Game Engines
MAGIC – Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex – Miami, FL
MAGIC – Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex – Miami, FL
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts
Higher Institute of Art (ISA) – Havana, Cuba
Focus: Painting, Illustration, and Sculpture
Higher Institute of Art (ISA) – Havana, Cuba
Focus: Painting, Illustration, and Sculpture
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Design & Animation: Photoshop • Illustrator • Animate • InDesign • After Effects • Premiere • Substance
3D & Immersive Tools: Maya • AutoCAD • Unreal Engine 5 • VR/AR Development
Web & UI: HTML5 • Dreamweaver • Figma • UX/UI Design
Creative Skills: Illustration • Storyboarding • Character Design • Storytelling • 2D/3D Animation • Painting • Video Editing