art director + designer
Hiya! My name is Gabe Molina
A little bit about me:
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The Story of the Coconut Head
During my childhood, my mom styled my hair into perfectly circular bangs. I would dash around our home, until one day, I collided with my kitchen counters, leaving me with a Harry Potter-like scar on my forehead. While I didn't possess magical powers, I did inherit a headstrong nature and unwavering determination.
Despite occasional teasing for my haircut, I proudly embraced it as a symbol of my passionate personality. It's no coincidence that my mother's maiden name is Casco, which is 'Helmet' in Spanish. If you ever spot me in public, you'll likely see me adjusting my bangs – a manifestation of my perfectionist persona. This attention to detail extends to my art and design, where every color and line represents a piece of my creative journey.
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Awards and Associations
2024 Silver Addy in the Regional Richmond/Hampton Road Competition
Awarded annually to a project in the Out-Of-Home & Ambient Media category by the American Advertising Federation.
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2024 Silver Addy in the Regional Richmond/Hampton Road Competition
Awarded annually to a project in the Magazine Advertising Campaign category by the American Advertising Federation.
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(2x) Gold Rammy's Award & (2x) Silver Rammy's Award
Awarded annually to selected Robertson School students who excel in their
advertising work. (Client: Tide, VA Quilt Museum, Duke’s Mayo and Monster Jam)
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2024 National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC)
Lead Designer/Art Director for VCU team. Provided comprehesive brand guidelines
and it’s application to marketing strategy booklet. Delegated tasks to supporting
designers. (Client: Tide)
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Peace Corp Prep
Eagle Scout Award
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Interests
Doodling
Cooking and taking pictures of food
Tennis and running
Watching reality T.V. shows
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Contact me
571.455.6396