Let's Work Together
My Expertise
Currently, finishing my MFA in Communication Design at Texas State University and expected to graduate in summer 2020 with a focus on social impact and to simplify public policy for people of color and the immigrant community. My skills range from brand identity, illustration, print, and more. I believe graphic design is a tool that can help tell your story and why you’re different.
Currently, finishing my MFA in Communication Design at Texas State University and expected to graduate in summer 2020 with a focus on social impact and to simplify public policy for people of color and the immigrant community. My skills range from brand identity, illustration, print, and more. I believe graphic design is a tool that can help tell your story and why you’re different.
I have experience speaking to large public audiences through numerous panels, Austin Design Week, AIGIA, TEDx, museums, and public institutions. Learn about my work in using art and design as a social tool for cultural resistance. Art should be accessible to document our history and build call to actions for our struggles.
Art and design is a social tool for the community and cultural resistance. I work with non-profits across the country to spread awareness on human rights, women empowerment, and civic engagement. By educating the community on how to use creative thinking, we can motivate our people to take action for a cause.
Who I Am
A multidisciplinary creative seeking to tell stories and aspire others to do the same.
Motivation
As a woman of color I’m always striving to make more space for representation wherever I go.
What's Next
Working on ways to educate others to find their niche to establish their brands.
My Design Process
01
Let's Talk
We first set up a consultation and you fill out the intake form so I may learn more about your project and needs.
02
Proposal
After we set up the project scope, you’ll receive a proposal that goes over the statement of work, timeline, and project fee.
03
Approval
Once approved you will sign an e-contract and pay an invoice to cover a 50% deposit to make things official.
04
Production
Nothing happens in one go. I will explore concepts , research, and do a check in so we can choose the creative direction together.
05
Review
During the creative process you will have opportunities to provide feedback and so we may make revisions before we finalize the product.
06
Deliver
Once we’re done I will send you final digital deliverables and a pdf presentation of your project to present to your team.
Let's Work Together
Whether you want to create a custom design for your business or need something eye-catching to bring more awareness to a campaign I have the experience to help you succeed.
Speaking & Workshops
Lecture Titles
To Hell With Good Intentions
Fences, Families, and Futures
Approximate Length
15-20 minutes
Optional Q&A + Artist Workshop
Lecture Synopsis
We all have tools and skills, so who you are and what you do with them is the difference. Join visual artist and designer Yocelyn Riojas as she discusses her upbringing on the border and her journey into cultural resistance.
To Hell With Good Intentions aims to break through the silence on the difference between our actions and good intentions when giving back to the community as designers or your everyday human being.
Fences, Families, and Futures goes into depth about Yocelyn’s projects and installations discussing the issues with immigration and empowerment in cultural identity. You will get to learn how her work has achieved national recognition and view other collaborations in simplifying public policy.
