MY STORY
I graduated from the National School of Fine Arts (ENBA) in Honduras, Central America, with a major in Painting and Art Education. While I spent my early years in my home country, I now call the Washington, DC metropolitan area home.
After graduation, I began my career as a graphic artist and illustrator for a manufacturing company, where I worked for seven years, balancing both commercial and fine art.
In 1995, I moved to the United States and continued my work as a graphic artist for a publishing company in Old Town, Alexandria, VA. There, I helped produce 15 weekly newspapers, including The Alexandria Gazette Packet, one of the oldest continuously published newspapers in America, founded in 1784. I have had the privilege of paginating this historic publication every week.
In 2022, with the support of my wife, I co-founded Gebeco Multimedia, a real estate photography and video studio. We provide services to real estate agents, including HDR photography, 3D virtual tours, walkthrough videos, and aerial photography and videography.
In addition to my work, I dedicate time to painting in my home studio.
As a Professional
I am a highly creative and versatile Graphic Designer with over 25 years of experience in the complete design process—from conceptualization and layout to production and prepress. Known for my strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, I thrive in team environments and excel in both written and verbal communication.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro, I bring a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering visually compelling designs. Additionally, as a Part 107 licensed drone pilot, I incorporate aerial photography and videography into my creative work, expanding the possibilities of visual storytelling.
Highlights
• Exceptional Design Expertise – Strong creative vision with a keen eye for aesthetics, typography, and composition.
• Extensive Print & Digital Design Experience – Skilled in magazine and newspaper layouts, posters, flyers, brochures, postcards, banners, and illustrations.
• Advanced Photo Editing & Retouching – Proficient in color correction and image enhancement using Photoshop, Lightroom, and Camera Raw.
• Thrives Under Pressure – Adept at managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability – Strong ability to troubleshoot and refine designs throughout the creative process.
• Expertise in Color Theory & Composition – Fine arts background enhances precision in color selection and visual harmony.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) – Effective communicator in both languages, facilitating collaboration in diverse teams.
• MacOS & Adobe Creative Suite Proficiency – Extensive experience working within the Mac design ecosystem and industry-standard software.
Awards
Certificate of Merit – 2012
Special Sections Design/General Award
Mount Vernon Gazette
VPA Virginia Press Association
Second Place – 2009
General Makeup/General Award
Alexandria Gazette Packe
The Connection Newspapers
MDDC Maryland-Delaware-D.C., • VA Press Assoc
Second Place – 2002
Feature/News Page Design
Potomac Almanac – The Connection Newspapers
MDDC Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association
First Place – 2002
Informational Graphics/General Award
Potomac Almanac – The Connection Newspapers
MDDC Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association
First Place – 2002
Informational Graphics/Sports
Potomac Almanac – The Connection Newspapers
MDDC Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association
Second Place – 2001
Informational Graphics/General Award
Potomac Almanac – The Connection Newspapers
MDDC Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association
First Place – 2000
Informational Graphics/General Award
Potomac Almanac – The Connection Newspapers
MDDC Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association
My Skills Levels
InDesign CC
98%
Photoshop CC
98%
Illustrator CC
95%
Lightroom Classic
95%
WordPress
90%
Adobe Premier Pro
80%
Digital Illustration
95%
Traditional Illustration & Fine Art
98%
