Jahnathan  Jones

GRAPHIC DESIGNER |ILLUSTRATOR |VISUAL ARTIST

Creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer and Illustrator with a Bachelor of Arts in Art from California State University, Northridge and hands-on freelance experience in graphic design, digital illustration, branding, logo development, web and social media design, and print-ready creative assets. Skilled in Photoshop, Procreate, traditional and digital drawing, product branding, animation, and web design, with a strong foundation in visual storytelling and creative problem-solving. Brings additional professional experience in project coordination, customer service, youth development, and collaborative team environments. Eager to contribute a fresh creative perspective, strong work ethic, and growing design expertise to an entry-level opportunity in graphic design, illustration, visual design, branding, or creative production.

SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES

Animation, Critical and Analytical Skills, Drawing, First in Class Customer Service, Google Workplace Suite, Logo Creation, MacOS, Microsoft Office Suite, Office and Clerical Skills, Photoshop, Problem Solving, Procreate, Product Branding, Project Management, Team Building and Collaboration, Time Management Skills, Web Development and Design, Windows

WORK EXPERIENCE

July 2023 – Present • Boys and Girls Club of the West Valley • Canoga Park, CA
Youth Development Professional
As a Youth Development Professional, I support a wide range of Club functions and special events, supervising groups of up to 20 members while fostering teamwork among staff and volunteers. My role includes assisting with outreach and recruitment efforts, participating in school events alongside the Site Coordinator, and consistently upholding the safety, program quality, and overall appearance of the Club. I provide academic, enrichment, and athletic support to members, and help plan, organize, and implement diverse programming across education, sports and recreation, the arts, health and wellness, and leadership and service. To keep leadership informed, I submit daily activity reports through platforms like BTBapp and MyClubHub, and I stay engaged in my own growth by participating in ongoing professional development and staff meetings.

Beyond day-to-day programming, I serve as a mentor and role model for members, guiding them toward positive outcomes by delivering the most impactful Club experience possible. This means applying the Five Key Elements for Positive Youth Development, offering high-yield activities, running targeted programs, and encouraging consistent attendance. I also help drive member engagement by promoting program participation, registering new members, and guiding them through the Club orientation process. Finally, I contribute monthly program highlights to support the Club's marketing and communications efforts.

March 2025 – Present • NuVision Solution LLC • Los Angeles, CA
Freelance Graphic design Artist
As a Freelance Graphic Design Artist, I collaborate closely with project managers to plan and implement design strategies from concept through completion. My work spans website and social media design, as well as logo and brand identity creation, combining traditional and digital techniques to produce polished digital imaging and print-ready files using a variety of design software. Throughout each project, I prioritize strong team collaboration to ensure the final designs align with client goals and vision.

June 2021– June 2024 • Jones Management McDonald's • Los Angeles, CA
Office Clerk – Temporary Seasonal Employee
As an Office Clerk, I managed a wide range of administrative and clerical responsibilities to support smooth daily operations. This included answering incoming phone calls and directing them to the appropriate department or individual, as well as sorting, delivering, and processing both incoming and outgoing mail and packages. I regularly ran company errands and handled interoffice deliveries for internal and external parties, while also maintaining organized office records through consistent filing and documentation. Additionally, I monitored office inventory levels and coordinated supply orders to ensure resources were always available. I worked collaboratively with the broader team and provided support on special projects and requests from the Director of Operations as needed.

May 2023 – Present • Sharon's Lotus Cancer Foundation • Los Angeles, CA
Freelance Graphic design Artist
·As a Freelance Graphic Design Artist, I work closely with project managers to plan and implement design strategies that bring each project's vision to life. My responsibilities include developing designs for websites and social media platforms, as well as creating logos and brand identities, using a blend of traditional and digital techniques to produce high-quality digital imaging and print-ready files with various design software. I value strong team collaboration throughout the design process, ensuring alignment and consistency across all deliverables.

June 2021 – Present • Big Black Tea • Houston, TX
Freelance Graphic Design Artist
As a Freelance Graphic Design Artist, I collaborate with project managers to plan and implement design concepts tailored to each project's needs. My work focuses on developing designs for Loose Leaf Tea Bags, blending traditional and digital techniques to create high-quality digital imaging and print-ready files using a variety of design software. I emphasize strong team collaboration throughout the process to ensure the final product aligns with the client's brand and vision.

EDUCATION

California State University Northridge, Spring 2026

Bachelor of Arts - Art

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