Jay A. Cordovado
Graphic Designer & Digital Illustrator
Phone:
770-769-0560
Email:
Address:
9320 Windsor Lane NE,
Olympia, WA 98516
Date of Birth:
July 3rd, 2000
About Me
Hi, I'm Jay—a graphic designer, digital illustrator, infographic enthusiast, and occasional cartoonist based in Olympia, Washington.
I love transforming complex information into clear, engaging, and accessible visual experiences through thoughtful branding, information design, and visual storytelling. Whether I'm developing a logo and brand library, designing a series of infographics, producing a long-form publication, or creating materials for a public engagement campaign, I'm always looking for creative ways to help people connect with information. More often than not, that means designing communication systems—not just individual deliverables—that create a consistent experience from start to finish.
Outside of work, I stay creative (and keep my skills sharp!) through cartooning and other personal projects. When I'm not at my desk, you'll usually find me spending time with my two cats, Ragnar and Rollo, who do an excellent job reminding me to take the occasional break.
Featured Work
& Case Studies
Curious to see what I've been working on? Browse a gallery of projects in Featured Works, or take a deeper dive into a handful of standout projects in Case Studies, where I explore the goals, design process, and creative thinking behind the final deliverables. Or, keep scrolling to learn more about my experience, skills, and education.
Skills & Software
Every project calls for a different set of tools! Here's an overview of the professional skills, software, and creative strengths I bring to branding, publication design, and visual communication projects.
Branding & Identity
Brand identity systems, logo design, typography, and marketing collateral supporting cohesive visual communication.
Visual Communication
Layout and information design for presentations, publications, infographics, and digital illustration focused on clarity and accessibility.
Digital & Creative Tools
AI-assisted creative ideation, generative workflow integration, and other tools supporting concept development and execution.
Accessibility
Print production, ADA-compliant design, and accessible document formatting with a focus on readability and visual hierarchy.
Collaboration
Client communication, cross-functional teamwork, and coordination across multidisciplinary projects in fast-paced environments.
Adobe Creative Suite
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Rush, Character Animator
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
Sites
Other Tools
Canva, WordPress, Squarespace, Miro, Sprout Social, Metricool
Work Experience
Every project I've worked on and every position I've held has taught me something new, from building visual identities and publication systems to collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients across state—and even international—lines. Here's a look at the professional experience that has shaped my approach to visual communication, collaboration, and thoughtful design.
January 2023 - Present
Summer 2018 - Present
July 2022 - October 2022
Graphic Designer | SCJ Alliance
Graphic Designer at a 100% employee-owned AEC firm, primarily producing branded print and digital materials that support client needs, public outreach, and internal initiatives across a multidisciplinary, multi-state organization.
Specializing in transforming complex technical information into clear, accessible visual systems through branding, layout, and information design. Work includes brochures, engagement materials, presentations, social graphics, and long-form documents, along with internal communications and employee engagement design, including ESOP and DEIB initiatives.
Freelance Graphic Designer | "Bluejay Design"
Freelance graphic designer providing branding and visual communication services for nonprofit, community, and independent clients. Work includes creating logos, brand assets, promotional materials, and event graphics from concept through final production.
Sales Associate | The Wasteland Gaming
Customer-facing retail role focused on sales support, inventory management, and client service in a specialty retail environment. Responsibilities included point-of-sale operations, order handling, and customer assistance.
Education
From typography and printmaking to illustration and digital design, my education at the University of Georgia introduced me to
a wide range of creative disciplines that continue to inform my approach to visual communication.
2018-2021
B.A, Interdisciplinary Art & Design, Minor in English.
University of Georgia
Graduated Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 3.9).
Focused on interdisciplinary design practice with a concentration in graphic design, emphasizing visual communication, typography, and print production. Coursework included both traditional and digital processes, with foundational training in letterpress, linocut/relief printing, and bookmaking to support a more intentional approach to contemporary design systems.
Explored experimental, process-based work through material studies and sculptural projects using reclaimed materials, including repurposed textbooks and found objects, emphasizing structure, transformation, and narrative.