I'm a freelance illustrator, graphic designer, and apparel graphics designer. I have so many areas of interest regarding design and I haven't met a project that wasn't challenging and fun in one way or another. Please contact me if you have any questions, need a designer, or a design consultation. Thank you! Marissa Luca

Education: Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, California Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration Design, August 2008

Professional Experience:
Excel Graphics, El Monte, California -Currently researching, developing, and designing new line for emerging MMA company.
-Designed shirts for junior-women's line. -April 2009-Present Wicked Quick, Portland, Oregon
-Currently designing for men's and women's line. -Research and development for new design directions. -July 2009-Present, Affliction, Inc., Seal Beach, California -Graphic and Illustration Designer for men's and women's apparel. -Created fully colorized/realized analog and digital artwork in Photoshop and Illustrator. -Worked along side owner to create new concepts for future apparel artwork. -Researched and presented brand identities and personas. -November 2008-June 2009

Skills: - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator. - Fine-tuned traditional illustration skills, i.e., painting, drawing, collage, etc. - Knowledge of color sep., silk-screening, archetype press, personal clothing / accessory design and execution, sewing, and crocheting. - Excellent communication / problem solving abilities and work ethic.

Qualifications: Experience with customer service, oral presentation, interior design, and construction manager's assistance.