hi, i’m rory.
i am a researcher, sketcher, and thinker that uses these skills to my advantage in my process. with experience in motion graphics, illustration, video, UI, apparel, print, and merchandise, i use design to bring stories to life.
i graduated from laguna college of art + design in december 2024 with a bfa in graphic design + digital media, and an emphasis in illustration.
when i’m not designing, i am throwing all excess energy into oshikatsu and otakudom. you may commonly find me at an idol show or anime convention.
projects & experience
datefest
brand designer
august – december 2023
- redesigned the brand identity for Riverside County Fairgrounds.
- designed print, digital, and motion graphic promotional material.
- concepted a guerilla marketing campaign through photo mockups.
- created and utilized a brand voice for copywriting.
LCAD x Prana
pattern designer
april – june 2023
- worked with Prana’s head of pattern design to create an apparel collection based on the given project brief.
- pitched concepts based on design research in weekly meetings.
- designed presentations spotlighting process and final product.
- created patterns in unique colorways using vector illustration.
Laguna College of Art + Design
notetaker
august 2021 – january 2022
- transcribed clear, detailed notes and formatted them for PDF.
- managed a weekly mailing list for students with accomodations.
education
Laguna College of Art + Design
december 2024
BFA graphic design + digital media w/ illustration emphasis
Software
- adobe creative suite
- final cut pro
- microsoft office suite
- wordpress
skills
- organized and punctual
- self-motivated
- passionate about design
- creative and adaptable
- communication
- writing
languages
- english
- spanish
- japanese