— 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!
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
Software
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
Faces & Voices of Recovery
About the Project Faces & Voices of Recovery is a national and rapidly becoming international company that offers resources and training to local recovery center…
Yummers Pet Supply Co.
About the Project Yummers Pet Supply Co. was created by pet parents – for pet parents. Sharing a love for pets, Antoni Porowski and Jonathan…
Pacific Investment Management Co. (PIMCO)
About the Project Pacific Investment Management Co. (PIMCO) is a global investment management firm focusing on active fixed-income management. We worked closely with project managers,…
The Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS)
About the Project The Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) provides graduate-level educational programs and services that meet the immediate and long-term leadership needs…
The Naval Postgraduate School | Public Affairs Office
About the Project The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) is a graduate university offering master’s and doctoral degrees in more than 70 fields of study to…
National Geographic Learning | Cengage Learning
About the Project National Geographic Learning (NGL) | Cengage Learning, is an extension of Cengage Learning, is a leading educational publisher of PreK–12 School and…