Thomas Talavera Karslake - CV Linkedin v2
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Thomas Talavera is a digital graphic designer based in London specializing in branding and digital experiences. He has over 10 years of experience in graphic design, web development, and 3D modeling. Currently, he works as a digital designer for Medicine Man, where he designs websites, 3D renders, and digital marketing campaigns for clients such as BBC and Compass Group. He also works as a freelance consultant providing design services to companies like Quipro Software Solutions.
Thomas Talavera Karslake - CV Linkedin v2
- 1. Thomas Talavera Karslake Digital graphic designer www.thomastalavera.com [email protected] Skills Programming languages: CSS3, HTML5, JQuery, PHP Software: Adobe suite, WordPress,Maya, 3ds Max, Office Languages: Spanish (Native), English (Native), French (Conversational) Education Digital Design University: Bachelor of digital graphic design Awards: Honorific mention for attaining the highest over-all grade of my generation Certifications: Advanced WordPress with PHP programming Profile I'm a digital graphic designer,with passion for solving problems through a function driven and creative approach .I specialize in creating intelligent brands and carefully crafted digital experiences. I’m ambitiously driven to deliver pixel perfect projects with the highest degree of professionalism, creativity and attention to detail. I enjoy working in a studio environment were team collaboration is key to success. Employment Digital designer Medicine Man November 2013-Present / London Medicine Man has allowed me to work with many high profile companies, such as BBC, Lovell, McNicholas and Compass Group in large scale design projects. Since joining Medicine Man I’ve enriched their digital offer by creating interactive 3d renders, designing and programming websites with different platforms and technologies,producing audio visual content,designing immersive digital applications, implementing content management systemtraining sessions and deploying digital marketing campaigns for many of their key clients. My role is also focused around creating rich brand identities and bringing them to life across diverse platforms. Freelance design consultant Quipro Software Solutions January 2013- Present / London After creating a successfuland recognizable identity for Quipro it has been my job to safeguard all design aspects for the company and give creative direction to new materials. I designed,programed and launched the company’s website and created promotional materials. I act as a design consultant whenevernew materials need to be created. Freelance Designer Thomas Talavera August 2010-Present
- 2. I’ve developed a wide portfolio of work that touches many design disciplines, focusing mainly on the digital front. It has given me valuable insight into pitching projects, account handling, timekeeping and developing client relationships. My business is mainly focused on web development and offers hosting,consulting and training services.Some of my main clients include: TEDx, Skibug, Montés,Quipro Software Solutions, SEJ (Department of education of Jalisco), Mettletest, University of Advanced Technologies and Wimberley Glassworks. Editorial designer Game Production Magazine August 2009- October 2011 / Guadalajara This job introduced me to editorial publications, it was a fast paced environment where timing was the key to success. Iquickly became a key player within the magazine’s team and directed a team of designers and writers to ensure all articles met high quality standards.I also assisted in the structure of the issue, wrote and designed articles, took pictures and prepared the magazine for print. Since I entered the magazine, it quickly grew from a small publication to being distributed across many big cities in Mexico and having big commercial backers such as PlayStation. Junior graphic designer Lava Studio September 2010-October 2011 / Guadalajara As a junior designerI worked with the creative director in order to generate content for a wide portfolio of clients. Working from home reinforced my timekeeping skills and taught me to follow succinct design directions and interpret short instructions in a fast paced environment. My key responsibilities included designing web layouts,editing photographs,animating banners,creating illustrations and creating diverse marketing materials. Graphic designer Digital Design University August 2009- March 2012 / Guadalajara I decided to start working for my university in order to gain industry insight and develop my design skills. I worked with the design team in order to create advertising material, maintain the university’s website, generate signage materials and create video tutorials for the universities TV channel. Other responsibilities included teaching 3d modelling and photography to prospective university students. Featured web projects www.quantonemusic.com www.urbanmoves.com www.wheldons.co.uk www.sourcedesignservices.co.uk