Diego Guillen
About Diego Guillen
Diego Guillen is a Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in graphic design and trade show coordination. He has worked at Basic Fun! since 2015 and has held various roles in design and production since 2011.
Current Role at Basic Fun!
Diego Guillen serves as a Senior Graphic Designer at Basic Fun! in Boca Raton, FL, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he collaborates with high-profile visual artists to develop premium assets tailored to the company's needs. His responsibilities include handling quick revisions and producing unanticipated props onsite during trade shows. Guillen's work is integral to ensuring that the visual standards of the final products align with the company's branding and marketing objectives.
Previous Experience in Graphic Design
Before his current position, Diego Guillen worked at Basic Fun! as a Creative Service Coordinator from 2014 to 2016. He also has extensive experience as a Managing Partner, Designer, and Production Lead at G Squared Print & Design since 2011. His background includes over four years of experience in trade show design, setup, and coordination, where he managed in-house printing and production for multiple shows simultaneously. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive skill set in graphic design and production.
Educational Background in Graphic Design
Diego Guillen studied Graphic Design at The Art Institute of Washington, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) from 2005 to 2007. He furthered his education at Old Dominion University, achieving another Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design from 2007 to 2013. His academic training has provided him with a solid foundation in design principles and practices, contributing to his expertise in creating interactive packaging experiences and engineering packaging structures.
Early Career and Roles
Diego Guillen began his career in the service industry, working as a Head Lifeguard and Pool Operator at AAA Pool Services from 2005 to 2014. He also worked as a Spa Attendant at Windsor Lake Apartment Complex from 2010 to 2014. These early roles helped him develop strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach, which he has carried into his design career.