Alex Chen
Hello, I'm Alex

Crafting Visual Stories That Connect

I'm a graphic designer based in San Francisco with over 8 years of experience helping brands tell their stories through thoughtful, strategic design. My work spans brand identity, web design, print, and illustration.

What drives me is the challenge of translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals. I believe great design isn't just about aestheticsβ€”it's about solving problems, communicating effectively, and creating meaningful connections between brands and their audiences.

When I'm not designing, you'll find me exploring SF's coffee scene, sketching in my Moleskine, or hiking the trails of Marin County. I'm always learning, always curious, and always excited about the next creative challenge.

8+

Years Experience

150+

Projects Completed

50+

Happy Clients

Expertise

Skills & Tools

Technical proficiency meets creative vision

Design

Brand Identity 95%
UI/UX Design 90%
Print Design 92%
Illustration 85%

Software

🎨 Adobe Illustrator
πŸ–ΌοΈ Adobe Photoshop
πŸ“ Adobe InDesign
✨ Figma
🎬 After Effects
πŸ“± Sketch
Career Path

Experience

My professional journey

2020 - Present

Freelance Graphic Designer

Self-Employed

Working with clients across tech, lifestyle, and e-commerce sectors. Specializing in brand identity and web design for startups and established businesses.

2018 - 2020

Senior Designer

Creative Studio SF

Led design projects for Fortune 500 clients. Mentored junior designers and established design systems for large-scale projects.

2016 - 2018

Graphic Designer

Tech Innovations Inc.

Created marketing materials, product packaging, and digital assets for tech products. Collaborated with product and marketing teams.

2014 - 2016

Junior Designer

Design Collective

Assisted senior designers on various projects. Developed skills in branding, print design, and client communication.

Learning

Education & Certifications

Continuous growth and development

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BFA in Graphic Design

California College of the Arts

2010 - 2014

Graduated with honors. Focus on brand identity, typography, and digital design.

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UX Design Certification

Nielsen Norman Group

2019

Advanced training in user experience design principles and methodologies.

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Brand Strategy Workshop

AIGA San Francisco

2021

Intensive workshop on strategic brand development and positioning.

Recognition

Awards & Features

Honored to be recognized for my work

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AIGA Design Award

Brand Identity Excellence

2023
⭐

Behance Featured

Project of the Day

2023
🎨

Communication Arts

Design Annual Winner

2022
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Awwwards

Site of the Day

2022
Trusted By

Selected Clients

Proud to have worked with amazing brands

Client Love

What Clients Say

Real feedback from real projects

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"Alex transformed our brand identity completely. The new logo and visual system perfectly captures our company's essence. Professional, creative, and a pleasure to work with."

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

CEO, TechFlow

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"Working with Alex was seamless. He understood our vision immediately and delivered designs that exceeded our expectations. The website redesign has significantly improved our user engagement."

Michael Chen

Michael Chen

Founder, Wellness App

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"Alex's packaging design helped our products stand out on shelves. Sales increased by 40% after the rebrand. His attention to detail and strategic thinking made all the difference."

Emma Rodriguez

Emma Rodriguez

Owner, Organic Coffee Co

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