ALexa is a graphic designer based out of Southern California
Currently — Senior Graphic Designer @ CUENTO Marketing
My love affair with design goes back a long way. Far enough back that the term “graphic designer” barely registered on my radar. The first shimmer of creative intrigue surfaced in my formative middle school years, when a scrapbooking project for our family's two-week camping trip up the California coast revealed a fascination with layout. I loved piecing together postcards, stickers, and photos to craft a beautiful story.
Not long after—in a coming-of-age, stars-have-aligned type moment—I stumbled across a COSMOgirl magazine article detailing what it is that a "graphic designer" actually does. And that was the moment all the pieces started to fall into place. I knew in that moment that graphic design wasn’t just what I wanted to do—it’s what I was meant to do. I followed that passion through high school, earned my BFA in Graphic Design, and have built a professional career full of vibrant, exciting experiences that every creative hopes for.
I began my career in Chicago with Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, where I worked on print and digital campaigns for three years. After leading creative teams at two other restaurant groups, I returned to San Diego in 2018, joining the San Diego Padres’ marketing team for over three years. Now, as part of CUENTO Marketing, I bring my creative expertise, along with a positive and bubbly personality, to every project and challenge I tackle.
Where I’ve Worked:
• Senior Graphic Designer, CUENTO Marketing (2022 - Present)
• Senior Graphic Designer, San Diego Padres (2019 - 2022)
• Graphic Designer, San Diego Padres (2018 - 2019)
• Creative Lead, Wow Bao (2017 - 2018)
• Junior Creative Director, Gage Hospitality Group (2017 - 2017)
• Mid-Level / Designer, Lettuce Entertain You (2015 - 2017)
• Junior / Entry-Level Graphic Designer, Lettuce Entertain You (2014 - 2015)
Life Flair:
• Candle Maker
• Half Dome (Hiking) Survivor
• Published Designer
• Grilled Cheese Savant
• European Backpacker
• Etsy Shop Owner