— UX Designer —

Based in Oregon,
I’m a creative director and web designer

Welcome

Hey there!

I’m Javier Baltazar (he/she/they/2s), a creative powerhouse who thrives on diving headfirst into exciting challenges! I’m all about pushing boundaries, taking on projects that get my imagination racing, and stepping way outside my comfort zone. Every new adventure is an opportunity to break the mold and create something unforgettable! Let’s make some magic happen!

Javier Baltazar headshot

About

I use Adobe Creative Cloud to create professional designs for print, digital, and multimedia, launching projects across various platforms as a Creative Director, Senior Graphic Designer, and Visual Designer. My strengths include time management, meeting deadlines, clear communication, and building strong client relationships. I excel at understanding design requirements, developing execution processes, and choosing the right distribution channels for each project. I’ve managed website graphic layouts, designed banners and pop-ups with OptinMonster, and created B2B email blasts, from concept to execution, using MailChimp or similar tools.

Basic Information

Email:
Location:
Language:

baltazarjavier@gmail.com
Portland, OR
English, Spanish

Skills

Typography75%
Creative Strategy Planning80%
Color Theory85%
Project Management95%
Web Design75%
CSS75%
WordPress Gutenberg/Beaver Builder/Wix80%
Accessibility File Set-up95%

Software

Adobe InDesign95%
Adobe Illustrator85%
Adobe Photoshop85%
Adobe Express/Canva85%
Salesforce75%
Monday.com/Trello70%
Klaviyo/Mailchimp80%
Hootsuite75%

Work Experience

Sep 2020 – Present

Faces & Voices of Recovery

Brand & Design Manager

I lead and execute brand strategy for a recovery advocacy organization, focusing on design, UI/UX, and digital accessibility (508 compliance). I develop and manage marketing projects, producing creative deliverables aligned with organizational goals and messaging, and establish brand voice guidelines for all collateral. I collaborate with leadership to ensure brand strategy supports organizational objectives and advocacy efforts. Additionally, I conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities, provide creative direction, and manage external contractors to maintain brand consistency. I also oversee the creation of graphics, layouts, and multimedia for proposals, presentations, and business development materials.

Nov 2022 – Jul 2023

Yummers Pet Supply, Co.

Freelance Graphic Designer

I utilize Photoshop to design eye-catching email campaign layouts and social media graphics, working closely with the creative director, copywriter, and other internal leads to ensure alignment with the campaign’s vision and messaging. I then use Klaviyo software to execute the approved email designs, building email flows from scratch to drive engagement and conversions. Additionally, I apply image retouching and enhancements to ensure all visuals are polished and ready for social media publishing, maintaining high-quality standards that align with the brand’s aesthetic and engage the target audience effectively.

Sep 2019 – Mar 2020

Pacific Investment Management Co. (PIMCO)

Production Designer

I collaborated closely with project managers and the marketing department to update and prepare financial information data sheets for global distribution, ensuring the files were accurately translated into multiple languages and ready for release across various markets. In addition, I created compelling marketing graphics for social media, tailoring each design to the specific platform’s requirements while maintaining high-quality standards. I provided high-resolution images optimized for sharing, ensuring the graphics were not only visually engaging but also perfectly sized for optimal performance and visibility across all social media channels.

Aug 2016 – Jun 2019

Center for Homeland Defense and Security

Senior Graphic Designer

I was responsible for creating and distributing all marketing materials aimed at enticing first responders from local, state, and federal government agencies to apply for FEMA-sponsored graduate degree programs. Additionally, I redesigned the organization’s decade-old brand, developed a comprehensive brand book for consistent use across both print and digital assets, and created MS Office templates. I also provided brand ambassador support to various departments, ensuring brand integrity. My work extended to designing signage and other marketing materials for national conferences and events. By conducting market research and gathering competitor quotes, I collaborated with external vendors to distribute marketing materials nationwide, achieving an average annual cost reduction of 30%.

Oct 2014 – Aug 2016

Naval Postgraduate School

Senior Graphic Designer

I collected written stories and designed quarterly magazines, monthly newsletters, annual reports, and other marketing materials for distribution to both the general public and the military community on a national scale. I worked closely with various departments to establish strong relationships and gather essential data for marketing materials, ensuring accurate and relevant content. Additionally, I operated and maintained a Canon Image Press C6000 to print annual reports, magazines, and other materials, ensuring high-quality output for all printed collateral.

Education

Certificate

Certificate of Accomplishment

UX Design

Google Certificates

Certificate

Certificate of Accomplishment

Introduction to UX Design

SuperHi

Master’s Degree

Masters of Fine Arts

Motion Pictures and Television: Cinematography

Academy of Art University – San Francisco, CA

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor of Science

Graphic Design

Art Institute of CA – San Diego

Let’s Collaborate

What I believe in

O1. Commitment

If you’re not going all-in, you’re just spinning your wheels! To hit those top-tier results, you’ve gotta dive in, give it everything you’ve got, and watch the magic unfold. Go big or go home!

O2. Focus

In today’s attention-grabbing world, being able to laser-focus on one thing at a time is a superpower! It’s like having a secret weapon to cut through the noise and crush it!

O3. Quality

If you’re not giving it your all, you’re just hitting the snooze button on success! Don’t waste anyone’s time—bring your A-game and let’s make things happen!

O4. Dare to be bold

The world’s overflowing with “meh” – average people, average businesses, you name it. But YOU? You’ve got to be bold, take risks, and SHINE like the star you are! Dare to stand out and make some serious waves!

Services

My Portfolio

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