Top Talent like Candice 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.

Candice Madrid

Creative & Brand Strategist • Brand Designer • Graphic Designer • TX, US
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Photography
Photo Editing
Photography Lighting
Shopify
Squarespace
Canva
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Acrobat
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Experienced Creative Director | Graphic Designer
Seasoned graphic designer and photographer with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in bringing brands to life through compelling visual storytelling. My role as an Art Director for magazines has been enriched with multiple awards from the American Horse Publication, highlighting my ability to captivate audiences. Beyond my professional pursuits, I enjoy sharing my craft as an instructor and embracing the creativity that flows from exploring new perspectives and ideas.

Work History

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Creative Director

Rodeo CompanyAs the Creative Director I oversee the development of advertising campaigns and lead a team of creative professionals to produce compelling visual content for our clients.
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Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer

CDM CreativeAs a Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer at CDM Creative, I provided creative design and photography services to various clients, delivering high-quality visual assets for their marketing and branding needs.
A

Creative Partner

Ace High Strategic MarketingMay 2020 - May 2022 • 2 yrs 1 moAs a Creative Partner at Ace High Strategic Marketing, I collaborated with the team to develop innovative marketing strategies and creative solutions for clients, contributing to the overall success of the agency.
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Art Director-Equine Journal Magazine

Morris Media NetworkSep 2017 - Sep 2019 • 2 yrs 1 moAs the Art Director at Equine Journal Magazine within Morris Media Network, I led the visual direction of the publication, overseeing the design and layout of editorial content to ensure a visually engaging and cohesive magazine.
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Senior Graphic Designer - Equine Journal Magazine

Morris Media NetworkJan 2015 - Sep 2017 • 2 yrs 9 mosAs a Senior Graphic Designer at Equine Journal Magazine within Morris Media Network, I played a key role in creating visually impactful designs for the publication, contributing to the overall aesthetic and brand identity.
M

Graphic Artist / Production Assistant

Morris Media NetworkFeb 2014 - Jan 2015 • 1 yrAs a Graphic Artist / Production Assistant at Morris Media Network, I supported the design and production processes, contributing to the creation of visually compelling content for the company's publications.
R

Graphic Design/Production Artist Intern

Red Line EditorialFeb 2013 - May 2013 • 4 mosAs a Graphic Design/Production Artist Intern at Red Line Editorial, I gained valuable hands-on experience in graphic design and production processes, contributing to the creation of visual assets for the company's projects.
D

Founder / Art Coordinator

Deadline GalleryJan 2011 - Dec 2012 • 2 yrsAs the Founder and Art Coordinator of Deadline Gallery, I established and managed the creative direction of the gallery, curating and coordinating art exhibitions and events to showcase the work of emerging artists.

Education

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Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Art, Graphic Design & Photography2008 - 2012

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.
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Experienced Creative Director | Graphic Designer
Seasoned graphic designer and photographer with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in bringing brands to life through compelling visual storytelling. My role as an Art Director for magazines has been enriched with multiple awards from the American Horse Publication, highlighting my ability to captivate audiences. Beyond my professional pursuits, I enjoy sharing my craft as an instructor and embracing the creativity that flows from exploring new perspectives and ideas.

Talk with a Talent Expert

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

Top Talent like Candice 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.

Candice Madrid

Creative & Brand Strategist • Brand Designer • Graphic Designer • TX, US
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Photography
Photo Editing
Photography Lighting
Shopify
Squarespace
Canva
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Acrobat
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

R

Creative Director

Rodeo CompanyAs the Creative Director I oversee the development of advertising campaigns and lead a team of creative professionals to produce compelling visual content for our clients.
C

Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer

CDM CreativeAs a Freelance Graphic Designer & Photographer at CDM Creative, I provided creative design and photography services to various clients, delivering high-quality visual assets for their marketing and branding needs.
A

Creative Partner

Ace High Strategic MarketingMay 2020 - May 2022 • 2 yrs 1 moAs a Creative Partner at Ace High Strategic Marketing, I collaborated with the team to develop innovative marketing strategies and creative solutions for clients, contributing to the overall success of the agency.
M

Art Director-Equine Journal Magazine

Morris Media NetworkSep 2017 - Sep 2019 • 2 yrs 1 moAs the Art Director at Equine Journal Magazine within Morris Media Network, I led the visual direction of the publication, overseeing the design and layout of editorial content to ensure a visually engaging and cohesive magazine.
M

Senior Graphic Designer - Equine Journal Magazine

Morris Media NetworkJan 2015 - Sep 2017 • 2 yrs 9 mosAs a Senior Graphic Designer at Equine Journal Magazine within Morris Media Network, I played a key role in creating visually impactful designs for the publication, contributing to the overall aesthetic and brand identity.
M

Graphic Artist / Production Assistant

Morris Media NetworkFeb 2014 - Jan 2015 • 1 yrAs a Graphic Artist / Production Assistant at Morris Media Network, I supported the design and production processes, contributing to the creation of visually compelling content for the company's publications.
R

Graphic Design/Production Artist Intern

Red Line EditorialFeb 2013 - May 2013 • 4 mosAs a Graphic Design/Production Artist Intern at Red Line Editorial, I gained valuable hands-on experience in graphic design and production processes, contributing to the creation of visual assets for the company's projects.
D

Founder / Art Coordinator

Deadline GalleryJan 2011 - Dec 2012 • 2 yrsAs the Founder and Art Coordinator of Deadline Gallery, I established and managed the creative direction of the gallery, curating and coordinating art exhibitions and events to showcase the work of emerging artists.

Education

V

Valdosta State University

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Art, Graphic Design & Photography2008 - 2012

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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