Elias Thomas Guerra

Graphic Design Portfolio

Born in Whittier, CA

Lives & works in Los Angeles, CA

Hello, my name is Elias Guerra and I am junior graphic designer with an AS as well as certificate in visual communications. I have completed various projects to enhance my creative and technical skills. I have skills in drawing, sketching, UI/UX design, layout design, design elements and principles, photo manipulation, logo design, and typography.  My goal is to complete my bachelors degree at Cal State Los Angeles and work within a design studio with an emphasis on logo design, photoshop graphics, and creative freedom. Part-time I work on freelance work and manage my clothing brand. The programs I have knowledge in are Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe XD and InDesign.

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DVD Disc Set Design

This project showcases my design work for a DVD set, featuring cohesive packaging, disc labels, and promotional materials. Emphasizing visual storytelling, the design elements reflect the theme and essence of the content, providing a compelling and aesthetically pleasing experience. The project highlights my skills in layout design, typography, and visual coherence, ensuring a professional and engaging presentation.

Event Brochure

This project highlights my design of an event brochure, created to inform and engage attendees. The brochure features a clean and attractive layout, compelling imagery, and clear typography, ensuring that all key information is easily accessible. This work demonstrates my ability to create visually appealing and functional print materials that effectively communicate event details and enhance the attendee experience.

Product Packaging

This project features my design for product packaging, focused on creating a visually striking and functional package that stands out on shelves. The design includes thoughtful use of color, typography, and imagery to reflect the brand's identity and appeal to the target market. This work demonstrates my ability to balance aesthetic appeal with practical considerations, resulting in packaging that is both attractive and user-friendly.

Logo Styleguide

This project presents a comprehensive logo style guide, detailing the usage, color schemes, typography, and variations of a brand's logo. The guide ensures consistent application across all media, maintaining brand integrity and visual coherence. This work showcases my attention to detail and expertise in creating cohesive brand guidelines that facilitate effective and uniform branding.

Illustrations

This project showcases a series of hand-drawn illustrations created with pencil, emphasizing intricate detail and expressive line work. Each piece reflects my ability to capture texture, depth, and emotion using traditional techniques. This collection demonstrates my foundational skills in illustration, bringing concepts to life with precision and artistic flair.

This project highlights my process in concept development, from initial brainstorming and sketching to refined visual solutions. It includes a series of exploratory designs and iterations that demonstrate my ability to generate and evolve creative ideas. This work showcases my strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, ensuring that each concept aligns with the project's objectives and resonates with the target audience.

Concept Development

Magazine Insert

This project features a magazine insert design, crafted to capture the reader's attention and enhance the magazine's content. The insert integrates engaging visuals, compelling typography, and a well-balanced layout to effectively convey the message. This work demonstrates my ability to create eye-catching and informative print materials that complement and elevate the overall reading experience.

Brand Development

This project showcases comprehensive brand development, encompassing logo design, color palette, typography, and visual identity guidelines. The process involved creating a cohesive brand strategy that aligns with the client's vision and target audience. This work demonstrates my ability to build a strong, recognizable brand identity that communicates the brand's values and differentiates it in the market. Adobe suite used for development.

Typography Specimen Book

This project features a typography specimen book dedicated to Franklin Gothic, showcasing its versatility and aesthetic appeal. The book includes various weights, styles, and applications of the font, highlighting its strengths in different contexts. This work demonstrates my expertise in typography and my ability to create informative and visually engaging type specimen book.