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Read the stories of Panther Graphic Designers
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Award-winning Designer, Illustrator, and Brand Consultant
Hello there! I'm Miguel Camacho, and from an early age, I studied the traditional arts of illustration and design. Everything started by wanting to draw characters and tell stories for people around the world. With a deep passion for visual storytelling, I bring ideas and concepts to life through my artistic expertise. I possess a keen understanding of composition, color theory, and an unwavering eye for detail, enabling me to craft unique visual stories that stir and engage audiences.
My work embodies a timeless essence, blending contemporary flair with classical finesse. Throughout my career, I have worked on a wide range of projects, including brand development, editorial design, illustrations, art direction, photography, advertising for campaigns, and marketing collateral such as email and social media.
With experience as a mentor and team leader, I excel in elevating projects and companies to their highest potential. My approach involves dedicated mentoring, unwavering support, and a commitment to overcoming challenges with enthusiasm. I consistently strive for excellence and success in every endeavor.
My work embodies a timeless essence, blending contemporary flair with classical finesse. Throughout my career, I have worked on a wide range of projects, including brand development, editorial design, illustrations, art direction, photography, advertising for campaigns, and marketing collateral such as email and social media.
With experience as a mentor and team leader, I excel in elevating projects and companies to their highest potential. My approach involves dedicated mentoring, unwavering support, and a commitment to overcoming challenges with enthusiasm. I consistently strive for excellence and success in every endeavor.
Vivian Bermudez - Class of 2020
Senior Digital Designer at Regent Seven Seas Cruises Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
My passion for design began in my high school journalism classroom, where I worked on designing both the yearbook and the newspaper. The creativity of this role paired with the problem-solving aspect left me feeling fulfilled. However, my career trajectory in the creative world wasn’t the most streamlined journey.
I began my first year of college as a marketing major in the School of Business at Florida International University. I was miserable. After some soul-searching and completing my first internship as a designer at Young & Rubicam (now VMLY&R Miami), I realized that I was unhappy in my original major and switched my major to Fine Arts with a minor in Art History. The internship at Young & Rubicam helped me realize that school was only enjoyable if I felt passionate about what I was learning and who I was learning from.
I interned at The Walt Disney Company where I created both print and digital collateral that included some of the world’s most iconic characters. While at Disney, I continued to do freelance work with VMLY&R Miami as an Interactive Designer and learned about the intersection of design and coding. I am currently a Digital Designer at Regent Seven Seas Cruises. I create, design, and code projects such as paid social and display campaigns, emails, and digital toolkits for the domestic and international teams. I have a fantastic team and a manager who provides me with opportunities to grow. I am beyond excited and proud of the work I am helping to build at Regent and cannot wait for what’s to come.
Ashley Nicoli - Class of 2021
Digital Web Experience Specialist at Baptist Health South Florida | Passionate Digital Marketer
As a member of the website marketing team at Baptist Health, I am committed to leveraging my marketing expertise to enhance our website's effectiveness and support the healthcare needs of the South Florida community.
I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, specializing in Graphic Design, from Florida International University. This was paired with a minor in Art History and a Certificate in Social Media & Digital Marketing Analytics, achievements I attained with Magna Cum Laude honors.
Beyond my professional and academic endeavors, I cherish spending quality time with my family and friends, indulging in my favorite television shows, such as "This Is Us" and "The Office," maintaining an active lifestyle through gym sessions, yoga, and pilates, exploring the world through travel, and enjoying moments with my dog and cats.
I am enthusiastic about the intersection of marketing and healthcare, aiming to contribute meaningfully to my community while pursuing excellence in my career and studies!
I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, specializing in Graphic Design, from Florida International University. This was paired with a minor in Art History and a Certificate in Social Media & Digital Marketing Analytics, achievements I attained with Magna Cum Laude honors.
Beyond my professional and academic endeavors, I cherish spending quality time with my family and friends, indulging in my favorite television shows, such as "This Is Us" and "The Office," maintaining an active lifestyle through gym sessions, yoga, and pilates, exploring the world through travel, and enjoying moments with my dog and cats.
I am enthusiastic about the intersection of marketing and healthcare, aiming to contribute meaningfully to my community while pursuing excellence in my career and studies!
Mike Mitchell - Class of 2018
Co-founder @ Mike and Mike's Desserts LLC
Over the past year, my core dedication has been focused on establishing the roots of Mike & Mike's brand within the Lakeland community. The approach? Start from within and expand outward.
By fostering a strong local foundation, we've built a following that's been the driving force behind our expansion journey. From Lakeland to other prominent Florida cities, the strategy of growing organically has led to the creation of genuine brand enthusiasts.
By fostering a strong local foundation, we've built a following that's been the driving force behind our expansion journey. From Lakeland to other prominent Florida cities, the strategy of growing organically has led to the creation of genuine brand enthusiasts.
Samantha Hurtado - Class of 2018
Art Director
From a young age, I’ve always been drawn to art and creativity. Through illustration and photography widely inspired by the culture and bright colors that surrounded me while growing up in Miami, I found my passion for Graphic Design.
After graduating with my bachelor’s in fine art degree in Graphic Design from Florida International University, I realized the many different fields I had as options to begin my career. Wanting to work with many brands and experience as much as possible (and while binge-watching Mad Men), I decided to look into Advertising.
Starting as a Graphic Designer at Ogilvy Miami, I was able to delve into advertising life headfirst and learn the processes of working with brands and how to effectively visualize ideas. Since joining the team, I’ve worked on projects for American Express, Starbucks, KFC, Merck, Red Stripe, and Alpina. In my spare time, I love to work on personal projects that bring me joy such as the work I did for the non-profit State of Latinas or the pieces I’ve created for my own personal shop, Shop Franjo.
Alexander Lozano - Class of 2017
Graphic Designer
I am a Graphic Designer and I use my creativity and artistic skill set, including drawing and digital photography, to make my designs. I have a lot of experience in social media design with my main point of interest being book cover design in publishing. My designs have leaned towards poppy, commercial aesthetics with clean typography. Many approved covers for a commercially bestselling author are set to release.
Through my years in school and self-teaching I have become advanced in the Adobe Creative Cloud applications mainly with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Lightroom.
I have also been a part of two exhibitions; one for graphic design students and another was a two-person show that displayed mixed media photographs and mono-prints. For the second exhibit I had also designed the promotional flyer and poster.
Through my years in school and self-teaching I have become advanced in the Adobe Creative Cloud applications mainly with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Lightroom.
I have also been a part of two exhibitions; one for graphic design students and another was a two-person show that displayed mixed media photographs and mono-prints. For the second exhibit I had also designed the promotional flyer and poster.
Samantha Lopez - Class of 2019
Associate Designer at Little Buddy Agency
I'm a graphic designer specializing in digital media. I've worked for clients in the Hospitality, Food and Beverage, Editorial, Technology, Architecture, Fitness, Night Life, Wellness, Retail, Broadcasting, Fitness, and Members-only industries.
Ariel Camino - Class of 2016
Graphic Designer + Visual Artist
As a highly creative and results-driven graphic designer, I am excited to contribute my expertise in crafting captivating designs that resonate with audiences and drive meaningful impact. Let's partner to bring your vision to reality, and together, elevate your brand's presence through compelling and unforgettable design experiences.
Paula Gil - Class of 2020
Multidisciplinary Designer
As a Senior Graphic Designer in my current role, I greatly enjoy taking the lead on projects and being hands on in conceptualizing and executing successful campaigns, all while ensuring consistency and top-notch quality throughout. I pride myself in being a designer who has an unwavering commitment to continuous growth, always searching for new graphic design trends as to maintain a dynamic, creative, and resourceful mindset.
I'm looking to be a part of a collaborative and positive work environment, one where my creativity is nurtured and I can inspire and be inspired by my colleagues. All-in-all, I’m a great team player, a problem-solver, a creative enthusiast, and someone who is always looking forward to the next big project that comes their way!
I'm looking to be a part of a collaborative and positive work environment, one where my creativity is nurtured and I can inspire and be inspired by my colleagues. All-in-all, I’m a great team player, a problem-solver, a creative enthusiast, and someone who is always looking forward to the next big project that comes their way!
Ramon Ernesto Perez - Class of 2019
Designer
Ramon Ernesto Perez is a Nicaraguan designer based in Miami. He began his career in 2017 and has since worked across different areas of design including branding, digital, advertising, print, apparel, & more. He is currently a Graphic Designer for the Miami HEAT.
Director of Marketing and Community
I recently completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Media and Graphic Design with a minor in Marketing at Florida International University. I have experience in Social Media Marketing, Personal Branding and Brand Development, Communication Strategies and Marketing. Currently seeking opportunities to grow within the Graphic Design and Marketing field, as well as various roles within the Social Media world. In my free time, I run my own small business and binge watch Netflix shows!
Andres Rojas - Class of 2019
Graphic Designer at Holiday Inn Club Vacations
Creative and versatile Graphic Designer with passion for arts and technology. Great eye in defining and creating unique graphic content that communicates effectively, enhances the company brand, inspires and captivates consumers. Team player and goal driven. Resourceful, organized and agile with ability to adapt successfully in diverse environments.
Mathew Sotelo - Class of 2019
Senior Graphic Designer at SRAM, LLC
Mathew Sotelo is a designer, thinker, maker, cyclist and music lover amongst other things which contribute to his identity. He received a BFA from Florida International University in 2019. Since then he has had the opportunity and privilege of working as a designer in a variety of creative teams for both commercial and cultural clients.
Co-Founder @ AHXE Labs | Official Framer Expert | Graphic & Product Designer
Brian is skilled in Product Design, and web development using Framer. Offering services from Product Design to intuitive UI/UX experiences.
Crystal Alyssa Rodriguez - Class of 2018
Graphic Designer at History Miami Museum
Currently the lead graphic designer for HistoryMiami Museum. My duties involve conceptualizing, designing, and managing all aspects of marketing and exhibition graphic design from brand identities and ads (digital and print) to exhibition graphics, and print collateral. This also includes designing and publishing publications such as Tequesta and the annual report and other print pieces respectively to any project/initiative throughout the museum and its departments.
My strengths include branding and identity, exhibition graphic design, print design, pre-press, photo re-touching, videography, illustration.
My strengths include branding and identity, exhibition graphic design, print design, pre-press, photo re-touching, videography, illustration.
Maria Eugenia D. - Class of 2018
Research Ops Specialist at Dropbox
As I am sitting today in the Parsons Library looking over 5th Avenue in one of the most promising cities in the world, I take a moment to look back at the experiences and people who helped me get here.
Without a doubt, the Graphic Design courses I took at FIU with Professor Silvia Pease were foundational for my success in the design field. In particular, the portfolio course—in which I created my own brand and identity as a designer—was something that truly prepared me for the competitive nature of the job market, and also bolstered my acceptance to graduate design programs in schools such as Parsons and SVA.
Throughout my time in the courses taught by Professor Pease, I had the incredible opportunity to gain real-world experience in the field. In Graphic Design 3, I built a partnership with a non-profit organization and created posters for their cause; in Graphic Design 4, I helped organize and participated in an exhibition (Design for Good) showcasing my work and that of fellow student Citizen designers; in the History of Graphic Design, I even wrote my own design manifesto and made a pledge to design sustainably, both in an environmental and social sense.
This is what I believe truly sets apart the FIU Graphic Design program from most others—Professor Pease not only ensures that her students gain the technical skills necessary to succeed, but she also provides a sense of direction and guidance that is vital for young professionals after graduation. For this reason, I am extremely grateful to have benefited from Professor Pease's practical advice and wisdom while at FIU.
Oscar Hernandez - Class of 2018
Junior Content Strategist at Florida International University
I started working at the Counseling & Psychological Services Center for Florida International University towards the end of my first semester there. I’ve been working there to this day helping promote mental health by using graphic design and the arts. This meant that by the time I started taking graphic design classes, I would already have some experience in the field. However, the courses pushed me to further expand my repertoire of skills by challenging me with a variety of projects that I wouldn’t normally do at my job. FIU has helped me by giving me these two sources to practice and gain experience in the field and each of them helping me do better in the other.
Now I create content for multimedia platforms to spread awareness of mental health issues while still basing the designs and content on the principles of graphic design. Back when I started, the counseling center founded the Kiwi the Alien campaign. The basis of this is that college can make you feel like an alien, so we created this alien creature to be our mascot and we’ve been using it since then. As for the future, I plan on going forward with my education and getting a Masters in Visual Arts furthering my skills in graphic design along with printmaking and photography since I also enjoy those two. I’m excited to see where this takes me.
Danny Ayala - Class of 2018
Graphic Designer | Artist | Creative Professional
Experienced Graphic Designer & Artist | Bachelor's degree focused in Graphic Design from Florida International University | Skilled in Adobe software including Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects
Erik Soriano - Class of 2017
Designer
I’m a designer with experience working in the Miami Metropolitan Area, and I understand the importance of prioritizing the client's needs at all times, in order to achieve the best visual solutions.
Aside from User Experience, I am also interested in mobile application development, as well as emerging technology such as VR/AR. My colleagues would describe me as resourceful, disciplined, and open to constructive feedback. My other interests include: science, music, languages and finance.
Aside from User Experience, I am also interested in mobile application development, as well as emerging technology such as VR/AR. My colleagues would describe me as resourceful, disciplined, and open to constructive feedback. My other interests include: science, music, languages and finance.
Vivian Ruiz - Class of 2019
Chief Operating Officer at The Digital Marketing Studio
As a chief operating officer with over 5 years of experience, I excel in developing and implementing effective digital marketing strategies that drive business growth globally. I bring a strong background in Digital Marketing, having earned my degree in Communications Advertising as well as Graphic Design from Florida International University.
I am recently finished my Master’s program in Digital Marketing & E-Commerce at EAE Business School in Barcelona, Spain.
Throughout my career, I have experience working with multiple projects worldwide as well as managing digital campaigns, analyzing data to measure performance, and making data-driven decisions to optimize results. I have a talent for project planning and management and have successfully managed cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
I pride myself on my strong communication and collaboration skills and have built strong relationships with clients, partners, and team members alike. My experience has provided me with a solid understanding of digital consumers, modern media principles, CMS, social media technologies, search, analytics, content strategy, and operations. Overall, I bring a diverse set of skills and experiences to the table, making me a well-rounded and valuable addition to your digital marketing team. I am eager to leverage my skills and pursue new opportunities that will foster positive growth in both my career and your company.
I am recently finished my Master’s program in Digital Marketing & E-Commerce at EAE Business School in Barcelona, Spain.
Throughout my career, I have experience working with multiple projects worldwide as well as managing digital campaigns, analyzing data to measure performance, and making data-driven decisions to optimize results. I have a talent for project planning and management and have successfully managed cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
I pride myself on my strong communication and collaboration skills and have built strong relationships with clients, partners, and team members alike. My experience has provided me with a solid understanding of digital consumers, modern media principles, CMS, social media technologies, search, analytics, content strategy, and operations. Overall, I bring a diverse set of skills and experiences to the table, making me a well-rounded and valuable addition to your digital marketing team. I am eager to leverage my skills and pursue new opportunities that will foster positive growth in both my career and your company.
Yekaterina Alvarez - Class of 2015
ARTographer
After graduating from FIU in 2016, Yekaterina began working for a middle/high charter school in Little Havana as an art teacher. Yekaterina teaches drawing, sculpture, and AP Art and Design and is also the school’s yearbook advisor. Apart from being an art educator, Yekaterina received her Master of Arts in Art Education degree from the University of Florida. Yekaterina’s art and design along with her educational pursuits can be viewed on her website: https://www.lobuzova.com/
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