Rick Fernandez

Creative Director @Creativeblox Design Studio

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Rick Fernandez is a seasoned Creative Director currently working at Creativeblox Design Studio. As a dedicated professional with over two decades of experience in the design industry, he has developed a reputation for delivering innovative and strategic design solutions. Prior to his position at Creativeblox, Rick held leadership roles at various reputed design firms, honing his skills in graphic design, branding, and creative direction. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from the Rhode Island School of Design. Known for his creative vision and leadership, Rick has been instrumental in driving the success of numerous advertising campaigns and brand launches. His commitment to staying abreast of the latest design trends and his ability to adapt to the evolving digital landscape make him a valuable asset in the industry.

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Work Background

iTalk Call CenterSenior Partner

Jan. 2024On-siteiTalk Call Center serves as a central point for communication between customers and businesses, offering a range of services to enhance customer experience and streamline business operations.

iTalk Call CenterSenior Partner

Jan. 2024HybridiTalk Call Center serves as a central point for communication between customers and businesses, offering a range of services to enhance customer experience and streamline business operations.

CreativeBlox.comFounder/Creative Director

Jan. 2001PhilippinesI run a design studio in the Philippines offering product photography and branding for Amazon and eCommerce. Not just pretty pictures, but images that tells a story and convert in to sales. I partner with influencers to create white label content for their clients.

Pixel PartnersCreative Director and COO

Feb. 2013 - Jan. 2024Region XI - Davao, PhilippinesProvides direction both for the long term and daily operations of the organization. Overseeing both operations and creative departments. Directly interfaces with clients and vendor partners in contracts/agreement preparation as well as staff management. Since 1981 we have helped hundreds of clients with their creative services projects. Not just pretty pictures, but designs that communicate effectively and meet goals. Now we offer this same quality and service to our peers. If you are a Design Studio, Marketing Agency, Printer or Publisher, PixelPartners is here to help with print design at wholesale prices. PixelPartners is a new studio specializing in design projects for the trade. Our talented designers will quickly turn personalized graphics for your clients. Choose from branding products such as business cards, letterhead, envelopes to social media graphics such as Facebook covers, Twitter backgrounds and iTunes podcast covers. Flat rates. No Surprises. ...and we've made it easy to order.

Bally TechnologiesGame Designer

Aug. 2011 - Jul. 2012Huntington Beach, CACreating all graphic aspects of gaming and mobile applications including buttons, icons, logos, splash screens, photos, and icons.

Lakeshore Learning MaterialsCreative Consultant

Jan. 2010 - Jul. 2011product developer and packaging designer on a broad range of educational products and toys.

Creative CircleSr Designer / Art Director

Jan. 2005 - Jul. 2010

Bigfoot EntertainmentGraphic Design Consultant

Dec. 2008 - Apr. 2010PhilippinesResponsible for marketing communications and promotional campaigns for all studio releases, dvd, and PR for a small movie studio and film school in Cebu, Philippines.

Aquentfreelance art director

Jan. 2005 - Dec. 2009

Robbins Bros.Design Manager

Oct. 2007 - Jul. 2008

Bigfoot Entertainmentdesign consultant

Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2008

The Disney Storefreelance designer

Jan. 2007 - Dec. 2007design packaging for Disney toys, games and novelties.

Sapientgraphic designer

Jan. 2006 - Dec. 2007

AmerichipSr Graphic Designer

Jan. 2005 - Jul. 2005I designed interactive paper mechanisms, popups & 3D paper projects with a team of paper. Technologies used include voice & led chips, conductive inks, radio frequency ID tags, facial animation in print and inductive coil technology. At Americhip, we constantly work with new, emerging technologies to find unique and clever applications for print, packaging, POP and publishing.

Nikota USADirector of Creative Services

Jan. 2004 - Dec. 2005

AC Internationalart director

Jan. 1995 - Dec. 2005

GameSpy IndustriesArt Director

Jun. 2002 - Aug. 2003GameSpy.com is a leading online entertainment site that delivers live multiplayer gaming and editorial content to gamers worldwide. There I assumed management of the Creative Services staff. I identify all ongoing design projects and ensured that all projects are tracked in our creative request system. I managed and mentored designers (both on and off-site) in developing, designing and supporting over 100 web sites. We created everything from simple buttons and ad products to complex flash presentations and complete site redesigns. My duties included caring and fine-tuning the GameSpy brand as well as creating sales materials, establishing budgets, working with marketing and advertising departments for client pitches, hiring freelance talent and more. I was also actively involved in company strategy meetings, employee performance reviews, trade show management and vendor sourcing and responsible for the company's presence in Trade Shows and seminars.

Answerthink Consultingsr designer

Jan. 2001 - Dec. 2002

PhilipsGraphic Designer CD rom & Print

Jan. 1996 - Oct. 1996Philips along with Sony shares the patent for the invention of the CD. I originally started in Creative Services for Philips Media developing packaging for the marketing department. There I designed hundreds of full color RTE & STE boxes, corrugated inserts, CD jewel art, multi-language Manuals, labels etc.. I single-handedly reduced Cost of Goods Sold (CoGS) in print by more than 30%. I was promoted to Product Development because of my experience with licensed characters & my desire to be involved in animation. I became part of the award-winning Philips Home & Family Division. My responsibilities included interface design & content development on many educational CD-ROM titles. I was called on to create backgrounds & prop designs, character illustrations & animation, image manipulation & retouching using proprietary software. I worked with such well-known licenses as Peanuts, The Flintstones, Jumanji, NFL & many others.

ImagesmithArt Director

Jan. 1994 - Dec. 1995

BozellProduction Designer

Jan. 1987 - Feb. 1988A division of Bozell worldwide, I assisted Art Director with production & design using traditional paste up / mechanicals & inking as well as digital design. Created packaging mock-ups, assisted in print traffic, marker comps, & did some copy writing. Accounts included: Kawasaki Motorcycles, Mrs. Gooche's Markets, Baskin & Robbins, Sega Games, Cal Comp Computers, California Federal Bank & others.