Top Talent like Ana are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.
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Ana Ortiz

Graphic Designer • UI Designer • Brand Designer • Houston, TX, US
Team Building
Graphic Design
Journey Mapping
User Flows
Prototyping
Wireframing
Collaboration
UX research
UI/UX Design
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Full-Time Roles
Contracts
Creative and intuitive digital designer with expertise in graphic and UI design, crafting clean, engaging experiences for all types of users and brand
Creative and intuitive digital designer with a passion for crafting clean, engaging experiences that connect users with purpose-driven brands. With over 10 years of visual design experience and 3+ years in UX research and product development, I bring a thoughtful, user-centered approach to every project. My work blends creativity with cognitive empathy, allowing me to design intuitive interfaces that not only meet user needs but spark delight in every interaction.

Projects

Ortiz Creative Works

A mix of my life's work. Artwork, Graphic and UX Design along with my hobbies, volunteer work and about me.

Work History

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Graphic/UI/UXDesigner

National LED & EVFreelancer• Redesigned two company websites to enhance user experience and reflect updated brand identity. • Create a range of print and digital marketing materials, including flyers, greeting cards, & social media graphics. • Design product spec sheets, business cards, and branded manuals to support sales and internal operations. • Produce and edit promotional videos to showcase products and services across multiple platforms.
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Graphic Designer

Task MeFreelancer• Create polished photo collages in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop tailored to client needs. • Organize diverse photos with attention to detail for balanced, cohesive designs. • Prepare accurate client proofs and print-ready files meeting production standards.
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Graphic Designer

Dominion Global Inc.Freelancer• Create custom mock-up designs for clients using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. • Edit and manipulate images, integrating typography, colors, and graphics to produce polished apparel design concepts. • Prepare client proofs and deliver high-quality, print-ready files for production.
T

UX/UI Designer

ThreplFreelancerAug 2023 - Nov 2023 • 4 mos• Produce high-fidelity wireframes in Figma for a novel desktop-based task management and productivity application. • Develop an interactive prototype to demonstrate key features and functionality. Prepare meticulous design files and assets optimized for seamless development integration. • Established a comprehensive UI design system encompassing visual elements, UI components, typography, iconography, interaction patterns, and color swatches.
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Product Manager

CivilienceNov 2022 - Apr 2023 • 6 mos• Lead and facilitated design critiques, fostering collaborative environment to give and receive feedback. • Managed product development for web-based application, overseeing current and upcoming projects. • Collaborated with front-end and data science teams to translate user requirements into actionable features. • Spearheaded preparation and execution of usability testing plan for a new feature.
C

UI/UX Designer

CivilienceOct 2022 - Nov 2022 • 2 mos• Identified and assessed potential accessibility risks and implemented risk mitigation strategies on prototype • Presented, and thoroughly explained my accessibility audit findings to the founder and UX team. • Collaborated with UX team to implement approved iterations while maintaining design system standards.
8

UX Designer/Researcher

8 Billion MindsMay 2022 - Oct 2023 • 1 yr 6 mosEstablish and perform usability testing sessions to gather qualitative information and enhance functionality and experience of website. Create simple and practical research report from findings for product team and stakeholders. Contribute to brainstorming and problem solving sessions with product manager, UX designer, and software engineer to redefine user needs/goals and enhance site’s functionality. • Delivered expert-level UX support with budget and time constraints.
S

Illustrator/Graphic Designer

Smile OutsideFreelancerApr 2018 - Jun 2022 • 4 yrs 3 mos• Created custom illustrations and brand designs using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. • Collaborated with stakeholders to deliver aligned visual solutions.. • Prepared print-ready files for children’s books and marketing materials.
A

Graphic Design/AP 2D Studio Educator

Alief ISDFull-time EmployeeSep 2009 - May 2022 • 12 yrs 9 mos• Cultivated a creative, collaborative environment teaching digital arts and design principles. • Developed customized lessons to help students explore the creative process using traditional & digital media. • Instructed and guided students in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, building strong technical skills applicable to custom design projects.
S

Graphic Designer

Statewide Independent BrokersMay 2017 - Oct 2022 • 5 yrs 5 mosUpdated logo and marketing material, which doubled and increased in customers and revenue. Updated letterhead, business cards, signage and website design. Conducted meetings with owner to discuss redesign of logo and marketing design in efficient manner.
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Graphic Designer

Fabian's Latin FlavorsJan 2017 - Jun 2018 • 1 yr 5 mosDeveloped restaurant marketing campaign for brand venue, including graphic and marketing materials, such as menus, flyers, social media advertisements, business cards, letterheads, signage and website. • Served as the sole graphic designer and brought 1.2 million revenue per year using brand, logo, menu design, while managing and executing multiple projects efficiently.
J

Graphic Designer/Production Manager

JGI Outdoor AdvertisingFull-time EmployeeSep 2006 - Sep 2009 • 3 yrs 1 mo• Led end-to-end design projects, from concept to final production, for large-scale visual campaigns. • Designed impactful billboard advertisements that supported business growth and brand visibility. • Managed client relationships & coordinated with designers and vendors to ensure smooth project delivery.

Education

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The Art Institute of Houston

Bachelor's Degree, Graphic DesignOct 2002 - Sep 2006
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CareerFoundry

Certificate in UX Design, UX/UI DesignJul 2021 - May 2022

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Creative and intuitive digital designer with expertise in graphic and UI design, crafting clean, engaging experiences for all types of users and brand
Creative and intuitive digital designer with a passion for crafting clean, engaging experiences that connect users with purpose-driven brands. With over 10 years of visual design experience and 3+ years in UX research and product development, I bring a thoughtful, user-centered approach to every project. My work blends creativity with cognitive empathy, allowing me to design intuitive interfaces that not only meet user needs but spark delight in every interaction.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Top Talent like Ana are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Ana Ortiz

Graphic Designer • UI Designer • Brand Designer • Houston, TX, US
Team Building
Graphic Design
Journey Mapping
User Flows
Prototyping
Wireframing
Collaboration
UX research
UI/UX Design
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Full-Time Roles
Contracts

Projects

Ortiz Creative Works

A mix of my life's work. Artwork, Graphic and UX Design along with my hobbies, volunteer work and about me.

Work History

N

Graphic/UI/UXDesigner

National LED & EVFreelancer• Redesigned two company websites to enhance user experience and reflect updated brand identity. • Create a range of print and digital marketing materials, including flyers, greeting cards, & social media graphics. • Design product spec sheets, business cards, and branded manuals to support sales and internal operations. • Produce and edit promotional videos to showcase products and services across multiple platforms.
T

Graphic Designer

Task MeFreelancer• Create polished photo collages in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop tailored to client needs. • Organize diverse photos with attention to detail for balanced, cohesive designs. • Prepare accurate client proofs and print-ready files meeting production standards.
D

Graphic Designer

Dominion Global Inc.Freelancer• Create custom mock-up designs for clients using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. • Edit and manipulate images, integrating typography, colors, and graphics to produce polished apparel design concepts. • Prepare client proofs and deliver high-quality, print-ready files for production.
T

UX/UI Designer

ThreplFreelancerAug 2023 - Nov 2023 • 4 mos• Produce high-fidelity wireframes in Figma for a novel desktop-based task management and productivity application. • Develop an interactive prototype to demonstrate key features and functionality. Prepare meticulous design files and assets optimized for seamless development integration. • Established a comprehensive UI design system encompassing visual elements, UI components, typography, iconography, interaction patterns, and color swatches.
C

Product Manager

CivilienceNov 2022 - Apr 2023 • 6 mos• Lead and facilitated design critiques, fostering collaborative environment to give and receive feedback. • Managed product development for web-based application, overseeing current and upcoming projects. • Collaborated with front-end and data science teams to translate user requirements into actionable features. • Spearheaded preparation and execution of usability testing plan for a new feature.
C

UI/UX Designer

CivilienceOct 2022 - Nov 2022 • 2 mos• Identified and assessed potential accessibility risks and implemented risk mitigation strategies on prototype • Presented, and thoroughly explained my accessibility audit findings to the founder and UX team. • Collaborated with UX team to implement approved iterations while maintaining design system standards.
8

UX Designer/Researcher

8 Billion MindsMay 2022 - Oct 2023 • 1 yr 6 mosEstablish and perform usability testing sessions to gather qualitative information and enhance functionality and experience of website. Create simple and practical research report from findings for product team and stakeholders. Contribute to brainstorming and problem solving sessions with product manager, UX designer, and software engineer to redefine user needs/goals and enhance site’s functionality. • Delivered expert-level UX support with budget and time constraints.
S

Illustrator/Graphic Designer

Smile OutsideFreelancerApr 2018 - Jun 2022 • 4 yrs 3 mos• Created custom illustrations and brand designs using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. • Collaborated with stakeholders to deliver aligned visual solutions.. • Prepared print-ready files for children’s books and marketing materials.
A

Graphic Design/AP 2D Studio Educator

Alief ISDFull-time EmployeeSep 2009 - May 2022 • 12 yrs 9 mos• Cultivated a creative, collaborative environment teaching digital arts and design principles. • Developed customized lessons to help students explore the creative process using traditional & digital media. • Instructed and guided students in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, building strong technical skills applicable to custom design projects.
S

Graphic Designer

Statewide Independent BrokersMay 2017 - Oct 2022 • 5 yrs 5 mosUpdated logo and marketing material, which doubled and increased in customers and revenue. Updated letterhead, business cards, signage and website design. Conducted meetings with owner to discuss redesign of logo and marketing design in efficient manner.
F

Graphic Designer

Fabian's Latin FlavorsJan 2017 - Jun 2018 • 1 yr 5 mosDeveloped restaurant marketing campaign for brand venue, including graphic and marketing materials, such as menus, flyers, social media advertisements, business cards, letterheads, signage and website. • Served as the sole graphic designer and brought 1.2 million revenue per year using brand, logo, menu design, while managing and executing multiple projects efficiently.
J

Graphic Designer/Production Manager

JGI Outdoor AdvertisingFull-time EmployeeSep 2006 - Sep 2009 • 3 yrs 1 mo• Led end-to-end design projects, from concept to final production, for large-scale visual campaigns. • Designed impactful billboard advertisements that supported business growth and brand visibility. • Managed client relationships & coordinated with designers and vendors to ensure smooth project delivery.

Education

T

The Art Institute of Houston

Bachelor's Degree, Graphic DesignOct 2002 - Sep 2006
C

CareerFoundry

Certificate in UX Design, UX/UI DesignJul 2021 - May 2022

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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