About
My name is Amy Briones and I am a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in El Paso, Texas. Most of my work is composed of illustrations with free-flowing movement and a wide range of colors.
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, Minor in Museum Studies
WORK EXPERIENCE
Graphic Designer and Illustrator | May 2021 - Present
Space Science Institute
Design print, digital, social media, and educational assets for national STEM engagement programs that serve families and underserved communities.
Translate complex scientific concepts into approachable illustrations and visuals that support learning and increase public engagement.
Prepared production ready files and coordinated with print vendors to ensure accurate materials for national outreach and educational campaigns.
Collaborate with project managers, writers, educators, and external partners to develop cohesive campaign visuals and educational resources.
Support branding, exhibit materials, and community-facing content for national library and science-education initiatives.
Graphic Designer | March 2015 - May 2021
Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
Designed visual identities, exhibit graphics, educational signage, and promotional campaigns to support community-centered museum exhibitions and public programs.
Completed the full design process for exhibitions, including concept development, production, and installation.
Created print and digital marketing materials including posters, banners, brochures, and event campaigns.
Prepared production ready files and coordinated with printers, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Updated and maintained museum website content using HTML, CSS, and Cascade CMS.
Served as a technical liaison, troubleshooting digital assets and providing design-related IT support.
Freelance Graphic Designer | January 2015 - Present
Self Employed
Provide branding, illustration and campaign design for non profits and community projects.
Create custom logos, vector illustrations, educational graphics, and print collateral tailored to client storytelling and mission goals.
Support clients with Adobe Creative Cloud workflows, template creation, and file preparation.
SKILLS
Design & Illustration
Brand design, campaign graphics, social media content, educational illustration, exhibit graphics, iconography, infographics
Software
Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat)
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Technical
Print production, prepress, file optimization
Strengths
Storytelling & visual communication
Cross-team collaboration
Managing multiple concurrent deadlines
Community-focused and mission-driven design