Hey :)
My name is Kevin Cortez (he/him), or as my mom calls me: Kevito.
I am a creative designer based in Los Angeles, California. Drawing was my first love and music was my second. I am constantly inspired by psychology and how culture influences us all. Somebody once told me that's because I'm a Libra, but I think I just find it fun.
I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from California State University, Los Angeles under the Graphic Design/Visual Communications option. With an emphasis in print design and marketing strategy, I have also worked doing logo design, branding, social media, illustration, freelance photography, copywriting, video production, merchandise design and art direction.
I have had the honor of working with world-renowned trailblazers such as DC Comics, Netflix, Wacom, and Interscope Records. Most recently, I earned a Certificate of Recognition from the City of West Hollywood for my contributions to queer arts. My experience has helped sharpen my skills and allowed me to push my creative process while remaining a student for life.
I take my craft very seriously, but myself not at all.
Credits
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YouTube thumbnails featured on POZ for Walk4Humanity.
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Design work featured on KTLA 5 to promote Walk4Humanity.
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Digital assets published in The Los Angeles Tribune for Walk4Humanity.
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Design work published in CALÓ News for Walk4Humanity.
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Interviewed by Wacom for their online community blog.
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Illustrative merch design collaboration with Wacom.
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Official Certificate of Recognition from the City of West Hollywood for contributing to its queer public arts.
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Featured in Art Memo Magazine for "ART-TEASE" art show review.
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Design work published in DC Comics PRIDE 2024 graphic novel for The TransLatin@ Coalition.
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Featured in WEHO Times for "ART-TEASE" art show announcement.
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Featured in group art gallery show "ART-TEASE" at the historic Circus of Books in West Hollywood in celebration of PRIDE.
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Design work published in Adelante Magazine for The TransLatin@ Coalition (page 13).
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Photography published in San Gabriel Valley Tribune article covering The TransLatin@ Coalition's Grand Opening Block Party.
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Photographed for GLAAD + The Wellness Center article highlighting Trans & Non-Binary Latine Advocates.
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Design work published in The Los Angeles Blade article covering The TransLatin@ Coalition 15 year anniversary celebration.
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Illustration featured in the Mid City MINC online gallery for their community 2021 local artist competition.
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Illustration published in Phineas: The Literary Magazine of San Bernardino Valley College (No. 51, page 23/56).
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