Kennedy Barrera Cruz
About Kennedy Barrera Cruz
Kennedy Barrera Cruz is a Digital Designer based in the Portland, Oregon area, known for her advocacy of design as a tool for social change and environmental awareness. She has a diverse background in graphic design, having worked with various organizations and studied at Portland State University and Western Oregon University.
Work at Thesis
Kennedy Barrera Cruz has been employed at Thesis agency as a Digital Designer since 2021. In this role, she applies her skills in graphic design to create digital content that aligns with the agency's objectives. Her work contributes to various projects, showcasing her ability to blend creativity with strategic design.
Previous Experience in Graphic Design
Prior to her current position, Kennedy worked in various graphic design roles. She served as a Graphic Designer at Morrison Child and Family Services for eight months in 2020. Additionally, she held positions as a Marketing Graphic Designer at Timber Press for three months in 2019 and as a Digital Illustration Intern at Willamette Week for two months in 2019. She also completed a five-month internship as a Graphic Design Intern at SMART (Start Making A Reader Today) in 2019 and worked as a Studio Resident at VISIBLE for two months in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Kennedy Barrera Cruz studied Graphic Design at Portland State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA). She also attended Western Oregon University. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in design principles, which she applies in her professional work.
Advocacy for Social Change and Environmental Awareness
Kennedy advocates for the use of design as a tool for social change and environmental awareness. She emphasizes the importance of integrating these values into her work, reflecting her commitment to making a positive impact through design.
Cultural Influences in Design
Kennedy draws inspiration from her indigenous roots and the cultural heritage of Oaxaca, Mexico. Raised in Hillsboro, Oregon, these influences shape her design perspective and approach, allowing her to incorporate diverse cultural elements into her work.