My Philosophy

“It’s not how fast you go around the track, it’s how you go around the track fast.”

GRANDPA VILLANUEVA
Former NASCAR Driver // All Around Bad-Ass
Some Context

My grandfather, a retired race car driver, repeated that quote throughout my childhood. Going 180mph in a stock car on a track with 30 other drivers requires thoroughly examining all of your variables beforehand. I didn’t know at the time that Strategic Risk-Taking would turn into my personal and professional philosophy. I have intentionally exercised this thought process in my design, business, and management practices.

Who I Am

I am a seasoned senior designer with multifaceted skill-sets that includes experience in print design, web design, photography and videography.

What I do

Currently, I am the Lead Designer for the Visit San Antonio where i lead the design and direction of company branding, focused external and internal campaigns in both print and digital platforms. I also am responsible for educating our team in the learning of new technology and practices in order to efficiently produce an effective product.

Fun Facts

I have been married to the love of my life for 4 years.  I have 2 dogs, “Stella” and “A Boy Dog Named Sue.” We are foodies on a budget and occasionally have a glass of whisky or wine.

Some Numbers
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Design Hours
Over 12,000 professional design hours spent on projects throughout my career.
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Job Requests
Over 3,000 job requests fulfilled during my in a corporate experience.
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Clients
I have serviced over 100 clients in my professional and freelance career.
Capabilities
Strengths

Branding & Identity
Ideation
Art Direction
Photography

Software

Photoshop
InDesign
Illustrator
Premiere Pro
Final Cut Pro
Lightroom
Microsoft Office

Photo/Video

Nikon
Canon
Sony
Studio Lighting

Web

UI/UX Design
HTML5
CSS3
Bootstrap

360º Video

GoPro Omni
AutoPano Gigia
AutoPani Video Pro

Platforms

Mac
PC

Awards
2017
Addy Awards
Gold
2017
Addy Awards
Gold
2017
Addy Awards
Gold
2017
Addy Awards
Silver
2017
Addy Awards
Silver
2017
Addy Awards
Bronze
2015
48 Hr Film Festival - San Antonio Chapter
1st Best Film
2016
Emmy Nominee - Lonestar Chapter
Photography
2016
Emmy Nominee - Lonestar Chapter
Cinematography
2015
Emmy Nominee - Lonestar Chapter
Photography
2015
Emmy Nominee - Lonestar Chapter
Cinematography

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