TaoX - 8 Years in Graphic Design for Print, POD & Crafting - 5K+ Designs Published - 10K+ Happy Customers
1. Education
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
- Portland State University, Portland, OR - Graduated 2018
- Concentration in Visual Communication & Print Media · GPA 3.7 / 4.0
2. Work Experience
- Graphic Designer - Inpavilion.com (2023 - Present):
Designs and publishes digital design products for Inpavilion.com, a platform specializing in ready-to-use digital files for makers and crafters. Delivers designs in SVG, PNG, DXF, and EPS formats, fully optimized for Cricut and Silhouette cutting machines. Specializes in T-shirt graphics, SVG cut files, seamless patterns, and themed clipart collections for the crafting and DIY market. Each file is personally tested for cut accuracy and layer alignment before publishing to ensure customers receive print- and cut-ready assets with zero rework.
- Senior Graphic Designer - BluePrint Creative Studio, Portland, OR (2020 - 2023):
Led print production design for packaging, marketing collateral, and brand identity systems for mid-size retail and consumer goods clients across the Pacific Northwest. Managed press-ready file delivery and maintained consistent quality across offset and digital print runs.
- Graphic Designer - Westside Design Co., Seattle, WA (2018 - 2020):
Produced brochures, trade show materials, catalogues, and brand assets for SME clients. Developed strong foundations in print-ready file preparation and press specifications.
3. Certifications
- Graphic Design Specialization - California Institute of the Arts via Coursera (2020)
- Adobe Certified Professional - Adobe Illustrator (Adobe Inc., 2021)
- Print Production & File Preparation - Printify Seller Academy (2022)
4. Skills
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Affinity Designer, SVG & cut file creation, Print-on-Demand workflow, seamless pattern design, typography & lettering, Canva Pro, file optimization for Cricut & Silhouette.
5. Goal
TaoX aims to build a library of high-quality commercial designs that serve independent creators, POD shop owners, and crafting enthusiasts worldwide. Every product is technically optimized for real-world printing, cutting machines, and digital use - helping customers skip the guesswork and get professional results from day one.
6. Interests
Hand lettering, paper crafting, street photography, retro pop culture, design book collecting, lo-fi music, and exploring Pacific Northwest hiking trails.
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