Christina Bueno

Bueno2395@yahoo.com | Lathrop, CA

Summary

Design artist with a B.F.A. in Graphic Design. Skilled in branding, packaging, typography, print production, and digital media. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite with strong collaboration, adaptability, and leadership experience from a prior career as a U.S. Air Force medic. Passionate about crafting impactful visual communication in collaborative environments.

Education:

  • B.F.A. Graphic Design, CSU East Bay

  • A.A. General Studies, Allied American University – 2014 (Cum Laude)

  • A.A.S. Practical Nursing, Community College of the Air Force – 2013

Skills

Design & Software:

  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Dimensions, Lightroom Classic)

  • Visual Communication & Conceptual Design

  • Typography, Color Theory, Layout & Information Design

  • Branding & Packaging Design

  • Print Production, Digital Printing, Photography & Image Editing

Professional:

  • Creative Problem-Solving

  • Collaboration & Teamwork in diverse, multidisciplinary environments

  • Excellent Written/Oral Communication

  • Project Management & Leadership

Professional Experience

United States Air Force – Combat Medic | Various Locations (2003–2018)

  • Delivered critical care in high-pressure environments with precision and accuracy.

  • Coordinated with multi-disciplinary teams, including allied forces, demonstrating adaptability and collaboration.

  • Led training sessions and mentored junior personnel, strengthening instructional and communication skills.

  • Served as medical liaison for patient evacuations, managing logistics and documentation.

  • Developed training materials, building an early foundation in instructional and visual communication.

Projects

Branding Identity | CSU East Bay, 2024

  • Developed a complete branding package for an exclusive tropical plant house, including logo, color palette, typography, merchandise, and brand guidelines.

  • Produced both digital assets and printed collateral, including packaging design.

Information Design | CSU East Bay, 2024

  • Simplified complex data into a clear, engaging visual system using toothpaste as the subject matter.

  • Applied typography, hierarchy, and layout principles to improve clarity and audience understanding.

  • Delivered both a print-ready design and a digital presentation.

Photography Magazine | CSU East Bay, 2023

  • Produced a 46-page magazine showcasing curated photographs with sequencing, layout, and professional print production. Commissioned photographs featured on freeway billboards, social media, and the River Islands community website.