Hello, I’m a Graphic Designer & Illustrator from San Antonio, Texas. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Digital Communication from the University of Texas at San Antonio.
I am a self-driven designer who is passionate about the power of design and its ability to impact change. I believe the design field can break down barriers through advocacy, inclusion, and collaboration. I have learned the importance of design and the power of bringing different perspectives to the table. I strive to create impactful designs that inspire and move organizations. My mission is to help create a better world through purposeful and creative design.
When I’m not designing, you can find me traveling, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. I love learning new things and challenging myself with new adventures! Feel free to get in touch with me to work on a project, collaborate, or just to connect with one another.
Graphic Designer for the UTSA Office of University Strategic Communications. I conceptualized and designed engaging social media graphics, stories, videos, highlights, and templates for UTSA’s official social media channels: Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Photographed campus events, football games, and student activities to promote on social media. Designed short videos and animated GIFs in Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Rush. Developed social media content plans for Hispanic Heritage Month and Black History Month.
Adobe Student Ambassador at UTSA. Formulated a marketing plan, strategizing tactics on how to shape the program and carry out initiatives capturing at least 250 student leads, 20 clubs, and 5 professors interested in learning more about Adobe. Planned and executed 4+ Adobe workshops teaching students how to best utilize Adobe applications. Promoted Adobe through content creation and advertising through personal social media channels, driving students’ awareness and interest, leading to increased activations of free Adobe Creative Cloud at UTSA and grow brand awareness.
Collaborated with a team of students to create promotional videos for the Harvey Najim Center for Innovation and Career Advancement at UTSA. Conceptualized video ideas, drafted a script, conveyed ideas through storyboarding, and planned out video shoot logistics. Scouted video shoot locations; setup and staged scenes for video shoot.
During the Fall of 2020, I worked as a Marketing Intern for the UTSA Office of University Marketing. I designed graphics for UTSA’s official social media channels and email communications. Created call-to-action banners and email headers for web. Worked with the marketing team to conceptualize and design graphics for the UTSA 2020 Election, Hispanic Heritage Month, and UTSAGrad social media marketing campaigns. Organized logo files for UTSA institutes, colleges, and departments.
During the Spring of 2020, I interned as a Social Media Coordinator and Graphic Designer for Artist Legit, an Artist and Repertoire Agency that works closely with recording artists to promote their creative passions and experiences with the world. I designed social media graphics in Photoshop and Illustrator. Uploaded short videos and photos on Instagram Stories to promote the Artist Legit Playlist event. Researched background information on target audience to create engaging stories and content for social media.
Worked on special projects and events for the department. Created and presented project status reports, timelines, and budget milestones to the CEO and department directors. Monitored department budget and expenditures; worked with the DFA to determine program budget, process purchase orders, review purchase requisitions, and reconcile transactions. Managed and maintained the department website. Created graphics, brochures, and flyers; reviewed marketing materials, maintained branded premiums and informational collateral. Ensured all marketing material was in accordance with Pre-K 4 SA brand standards. Reviewed and maintained the SCALA digital signage system. Managed email marketing communications; created content for web, email, and social media.
Supported administrative operations; maintained calendars, scheduled meetings; coordinated travel arrangements and submitted expense reports; organized and facilitated campus events. Composed, typed, and proofread reports, letters, memos, and flyers; prepared public relations brochures and handouts. Maintained personnel records and data entry for payroll and HR. Worked with the Finance department to process purchase orders, review purchase requisitions, and requests for payments.
B.A. Communications, 2021
A.A. New Media Arts, 2018
Amber is unafraid of any innovative or difficult design problem – she embraces the most demanding of goals take flight into strategic communication campaigns, products, or services. Whether applying her knowledge of UX design for a new app prototype or creating original communication design content to tell a brand or data story, Amber can get your organization to the finish line with effective design strategies.
I worked with Amber for several years in a few different roles. She was successful in every role and made changes that would help her learn and develop new skills. She found her passion in graphic design and is on her way to a successful career!
In my time at UTSA, Amber has presented herself as a highly organized individual and has always shared her vision to educate and inspire others. Her skills as a graphic designer, and in marketing, speak for themselves.
Amber is a true team player. She is reliable, efficient, timely and organized in her work. Working with her was a pleasure and any would be fortunate to have Amber as an employee.