Efrain Garcia

Efrain Garcia

General info
Graphic Design and Illustration Specialist
Monument, Colorado
Offering ad agency and in-house environment experience, a background in visual communication with specialty in print design, web graphics, illustration and production. Ability to thoroughly research, analyze situations, propose creative solutions, develop good rapport, and bring projects to completion under deadlines.
Experience
Colorado Springs, CO
Jun 2023 - Present
Senior Graphic Designer
World Challenge
Design and develop promotional materials: annual reports, manuals, monthly newsletter, book covers, publications, display banners, logos, charts, website templates and web graphics. Manage all brand materials and mentor a small team of designers.
Charlotte, NC
Jan 2022 - Mar 2023
Senior Bilingual Graphic Designer
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Design of all print and web promotional materials. Implemented brand strategy and managed each project from concept to final production including press check and quality-control on all print collateral.
Colorado Springs, CO
Jun 2020 - Mar 2021
Art Director (Freelance/Contract)
The Navigators
Design of marketing collateral; annual reports, corporate brochures, corporate identity and web material. Oversee color proofs for press approval.
Los Alamos, NM
Dec 2018 - Jan 2020
Graphic Designer III
Los Alamos National Laboratory
As part of the Communication Arts & Services department I helped design and project manage print materials for the Department of Defense, Department of Energy and Los Alamos Neutron Science Center. I worked closely with internal and external print vendors to produce quality controlled materials including multiple page brochures, large promotional displays, posters and signage. (Note: Position required level Q security clearance).
Colorado Springs, CO
Jun 2015 - Oct 2018
Senior Graphic Designer
Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk
Design digital art for company web site including promotional print materials. Work with digital department to develop, implement brand strategy and manage each project from concept to final design.
Colorado Springs, CO
Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
Art Director
The Broadmoor Hotel
Design/Art Direction on all print collateral and promotional materials. Worked closely with department clients to develop, implement brand strategy and managed each project from concept to final production including press check and quality-control on all print collateral.
Colorado Springs, CO
Aug 2014 - Oct 2014
Graphic Designer (Freelance/Contract)
Do More Good Advertising
Design of marketing collateral; brochures, corporate identity, newsletters, packaging and web material.
Colorado Springs, CO
Oct 2009 - Apr 2012
Senior Graphic Designer
CSK Marketing & Advertising
Lead designer for major campaign projects. Presented creative to clients to achieve strategically targeted communications. Designed and developed special event marketing material (print and web), designed brand kits for both national and international organizations. Mentored a team of designers and production artists. Managed and directed photography sessions for special projects.
Colorado Springs, CO
Apr 2003 - Oct 2009
Art Director
Focus on the Family
Design/Art Direction on all collateral, promotional materials and packaging. Worked closely with clients, marketing and creative teams to develop and implement brand strategy and managed each project from concept to final production including press check and quality-control on all print collateral. Managed and mentored junior team members. Lead photographer and illustrator for special corporate projects.
Colorado Springs, CO
Apr 2001 - Dec 2002
Senior Graphic Designer
Cukjati Design & Advertising
Conceived and designed all CD packaging, collateral materials, advertising and merchandising products. Managed a team of designers in the U.S. and Internationally. Organized and directed photographers, and print vendors. Press check and quality-control on all print material. Lead photographer for special national and international live concert events.
Houston, TX
Jan 1996 - Feb 2001
Art Director
CanZion Producciones
Conceived and designed all CD packaging, collateral materials, advertising and merchandising products. Managed a team of designers in the U.S. and Internationally. Organized and directed photographers, and print vendors. Press check and quality-control on all print material. Lead photographer for special national and international live concert events.
Education
Houston, TX
May 1985 - Dec 1987
Associate Degree in Visual Communication
The Art Institute of Houston
Full-time studies included: Graphic design, composition, layout, color theory, photography and illustration.
Graduated with a PGA of 3.8
New York, NY
May 2013 - Dec 2014
Certificate
Janus Collaborative School of Art
To further my education in the classical fines arts area I attended full-time studies at Janus Collaborative School of Art in NYC. Studies included: Live drawing, painting and sculpture.
Achievements
Awards
2001 Latin Grammy Award (24/7 Album CD Cover Design)
2004 Gold ADDY (Sanctity of Human Life Campaign)
2005 Gold ADDY (Be a Voice Campaign)
2007 Best of Print ADDY (RU-486 Brochure)
2008 Silver ADDY (Focus on the Family Marriage & Parenting Brochures)
Technical Proficiency
Software Skills
Mac & PC platforms.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS) QuarkXPress, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Additional Skills
Additional Skills
Photography skills (Studio and Outdoors)
Illustration skills: Drawing, Painting and Sculpture
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
Activities
2012 Volunteer art teacher at Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Kansas City, KS.
Percussion/drum player and cycling enthusiast.
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