Resume

  • Hi there! I’m Ivan, a graphic designer, art director, new father and a proud Texan. After earning my BFA from ACU, I spent two years in New York City before returning home. At Belmont Icehouse, I created impactful campaign designs and collaborated on ads for various platforms. In my free time, I enjoyed painting, old-school Polaroid photography, and hanging out with my friends & family!

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts

    Abilene Christian University Art, Graphic Design

    Magna Cum Laude - 3.8

  • Technical

    Adobe Creative Suite

    Image Editing & Retouching

    Microsoft Office

    Procreate

    Professional

    Creative Problem Solving

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Strong Visual Communication

    Attention to Detail & Quality Control

    Client Communication & Presentation

  • Belmont Icehouse – Dallas, TX

    Art Director

    September 2023 – October 2024

    • At Belmont Icehouse, I played a key role in crafting meaningful campaign designs that resonated with our target audience. This required close collaboration with diverse teams, drawing on their skills to produce eye-catching, impactful designs. I also presented dynamic presentations to showcase fresh campaign ideas and strategies. Ultimately, we created advertisements across various platforms, including digital out-of-home, social media, and print, as well as designed branded items such as clothing and accessories to enhance our client's brand identity.

    Pulse Creative – New York, NY

    Graphic Designer

    February 2023 – August 2023

    • As a graphic designer at Pulse Creative, an award-winning NYC agency, I handle diverse projects, from presentation decks to complete brand redesigns. I work both collaboratively with teams of two to four designers and independently on assignments that allow for creative freedom. My time at Pulse has given me the opportunity to see projects through from concept to production, sharpening my design skills while working under tight deadlines and enhancing my communication with clients and colleagues. Additionally, I've improved my proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, which has increased my productivity and ability to deliver effective creative solutions.

    Bárbara Astrini - Motion + Design – New York, NY

    Freelance Creative

    January 2023 – March 2023

    • As a freelance creative for Bárbara Astrini, I was responsible for various creative projects. This can include designing resumes, creating various social media ads/post, and presentations. Throughout my time with Bárbara I have had to work under tight deadlines and solve many creative problems. I have done this by using excellent communtication skills and varous softwares in the Adobe Creative Suite. The not only saves Barabara time but also allows me to give my own creative input and coming up with unique solutions.

  • Austin Public Health

    Powerplay NYC

    Visit College Station

    College Track

    Persistent Systems

    KidBoss

    Tarrant County Beat HIV

    Sendero Health

    TEES Turbomachinery Laboratory