I’m a seasoned graphic design/ visual designer known for my ability to collaborate seamlessly with EDUCATION cross-functional teams, including designers, engineers, and peers. My expertise spans a wide range of areas, from content management systems and big data analysis to user-centered design and UI patterns. Visual Communication/ Animation I specialize in prototyping, crafting high-fidelity mock-ups, and designing interactive experiences that Art institute of Seattle engage users effectively. My skills extend to visual communications, motion graphics, and branding, com- plemented by a background in 3D character animation and visual effects. Renowned for fostering open 3D Animation collaboration, I ensure that every aspect of our art pipelines is meticulously documented, contributing to Mesmer Labs a smooth development process.
SKILLS & EXPERTIZE EXPERIENCE
Photoshop Illustrator Mar. 2023 / Senior UI Designer InDesign Mar. 2024 Rewardify After Effects As the Senior UI designer, I collaborate closely with the design team and assist the creative Animate director in crafting a comprehensive style guide. My role involves updating UI elements to enhance Maya existing titles and designing front-end art assets for new projects. I work hand-in-hand with the Unity Figma development team, utilizing tools like Figma to create comps and ensuring seamless integration of
Unreal art assets into Unity for development.
3DS Max Sketch Art Manager Nov. 2022 / Blender SHA - Housing Support Authority Mar. 2023 As the Art Manager, I oversaw the recruitment of art instructors and supervised the hiring and training process for interns who provided additional support. Additionally, I was responsible for creating promotional materials for public outreach. I took the lead in designing the curriculum and formulated an action plan to guide participants through the program, culminating in an art show at the conclusion of each cycle of classes.
May 2022/ Senior UI/ UX Designer
Nov. 2022 Simutronics Corp.
As the Senior UI/UX Designer, I was deeply involved in the design process, producing mock-ups and prototypes using Figma to iterate and test concepts. I also created wireframes for prototyping and seamlessly implemented them into Unity for development. Additionally, I illustrated marketing materials, crafting ad frameworks to promote product releases effectively. My influence extended beyond visuals as I actively shaped design decisions to enhance user experience, advocating for long-term scalability and improved feedback mechanisms. Leveraging AI, I swiftly generated con- cepts for future UI designs, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality. Collaboration was key, as I regularly communicated with fellow team members to ensure proposals maintained consistency with our overall art style. Moreover, I contributed to 3D modeling efforts and conducted formative research, auditing and evaluating existing interfaces to optimize usability and intuitiveness. ROBERTO SANCHEZ VISUAL DESIGN/ UI/UX DESIGN
As the Lead UI/UX Designer, I spearheaded the user-centric flow and functional design for both Knowledge of HTML current and upcoming titles within the studio’s portfolio. Leveraging Figma, I crafted assets like Knowledge of CSS animations and visual effects to produce dynamic in-game user interface designs, complete with Usability Studies data-driven layouts and seamless transitions. These assets served as invaluable references for Navigational Structures developers during asset creation. Additionally, I contributed to competitive analyses and conduct-
Proactive Research ed iterative design research to inform development decisions. I also played a key role in designing
Brainstorming folder structures and art pipelines, while creating journey maps to ensure the development team had clear access to deliverables throughout the process. Mentor Leadership Collaboration June. 2021/ UI/UX Designer Schedule Oriented Sept. 2021 AT&T Self-Motivated As the UI/UX Designer, I collaborated closely with fellow creatives to conceptualize and refine Problem Solver ideas, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives across various disciplines. Grounding my solu- Content Writing tions in research, data, and best practices, I developed journey maps, flow diagrams, wireframes, Typography and interactive prototypes to address complex customer experience (CX) challenges. Through PROFESSOR OF Branding objective evaluation and refinement informed by user testing, I continuously iterated on concepts D Mapping Journey IGITAL MEDIA to enhance their effectiveness and usability. User-Centric Game Attention Production to Detail IADT Sept. 2020/ Implementation Designer Presentations 2011 - 2013 May 2021 Randstad - Microsoft (Note: Gap in employment due to marketing consultant with non-profit organization) Communication Focus: Maya, 3D Max, Adobe Personas As the Implemention Designer, I collaborated closely with both UX and development teams to Flash, Photoshop and After Data Oriented craft dynamic in-game user interface designs and interaction experiences. This involved imple- Effects Prototyping menting data-driven layouts and providing information architecture layouts for designers to inte-
Documentation grate animations and transitions effectively. I utilized a Sketch to XAML coding engine to translate
ProductAnimation and Rigging
Design Principles interactive designs seamlessly and rigorously tested components by generating sample data code Northwest Facilitating College of Art Workshops to ensure scalability and consistency across UI content. Additionally, I contributed to the devel- 2009 - 2011 opment of a visual library of Sketch components for UI screens and established an updated icon Leading and Creating Demos Focus: Maya, Photoshop and library for franchise-wide use. To streamline icon development and delivery, I maintained a data-
After Effects base using Microsoft Power App to keep leads informed of icon development status and progress.
Mar. 2018/ Visual Designer/ UI Designer
Game Design Sept. 2019 Cat Daddy Games (Note: Gap in employment due to tech information consultant with government funded organization) Bellevue College 2009 - 2011 As the Visual Designer, I was responsible for producing art assets for Take Two’s mobile releases Focus: Unreal, Maya, of “WWE Super Card” and “NBA 2K19 and 2K20.” My primary focus was on crafting creative and Photoshop, Flash/ Animate and original visual effects, in-game marketing assets, icons, in-game HUD elements, and captivat- After Effects ing playing cards featuring animated backgrounds. Additionally, I played a key role in creating prototype comps for future features, utilizing tools such as Figma, Sketch, and the InVision App to visualize and iterate on design concepts effectively. ROBERTO SANCHEZ VISUAL DESIGN/ UI/UX DESIGN
In my role as art director, I led project management efforts and spearheaded the development of Salon de Primavera a comprehensive visual asset library. This centralized repository facilitated access for developers, 2021 - 2023 artists, and project managers, ensuring alignment with product owners’ and government guide- Monkey Shines Artist lines. Emphasizing User Centered Design, I utilized CMS platforms like Drupal and employed tools 2018 - 2023 such as Sketch, inVision, and Figma to create simple prototypes and asset libraries. Mi Centro/ Centro de Latino Additionally, I delved into cutting-edge technologies, including early AI versions, to explore 2016 - 2021 potential tools for research and implementation. I also undertook projects utilizing the Unreal City of Tacoma/ Tacoma Mall game engine, where I crafted journey maps and developed prototypes for VR simulations aiding 2018 military personnel with mental health. This involved creating basic geometry, static meshes, and Tacoma Art Museum visuals to populate the VR environment. Through these endeavors, I gained valuable insights into 2018 Python and C+ languages, enriching my skill set and reinforcing my commitment to innovation in art direction.
INTERESTS Mar. 2014/ Senior UX Designer/ UI Artist
Dec. 2015 DoubleDown Interactive
As The Senior UX Designer/ UI Artist, I specialized in front-end HUD design and the creation of en- gaging visual effects. Alongside these primary responsibilities, I actively conducted user research, gathering valuable data from similar platforms to inform our design decisions. I also took charge of Biking Traveling Art building wireframes and developing prototypes, ensuring a seamless user experience by providing a clear understanding of the front-end’s look and functionality. Additionally, I explored prototype concepts for future projects using Unity, contributing to the ongoing innovation and improvement of our design approach.
Music Photography Jan. 2013/ Lead UI Designer Feb. 2014 K.A.L.E - Microsoft
LANGUAGES As the lead UI designer, I focused on crafting compelling front-end HUD designs and captivating visual effects. Alongside these core responsibilities, I actively engaged in user research, gathering valuable insights from similar platforms to inform our design process. I took charge of building English wireframes and developing prototypes, ensuring a user-friendly experience by providing a clear Native speaker understanding of the front-end’s look and functionality. Additionally, I spearheaded prototype ex-
Spanish ploration for upcoming projects utilizing Unity, contributing to the ongoing innovation and enhance-
2024 - 2025 Newbies Guide to UI/UX Design Using Figma: Fundamentals of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design Using Figma to Create User-centric Interfaces and Interactive Prototypes
