THE NICK

Nicholas Botelho is a seasoned Senior Graphic Designer and multifaceted Digital & Print Artist, with over 14 years of professional experience in the creative industry. Throughout his career, Nicholas has cultivated a set of skills he calls his "tool belt", ensuring he is prepared to tackle any creative problem with the appropriate creative solution.

Nicholas was born and raised in Massachusetts, where he was professionally trained in Graphic Design, Photography, Fine Art & Portraiture, and Film & Video Production. He also held several roles in management, including Manager (McDonald's), Supervisor (BJ's Wholesale Club), Ambassador (Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots Planet Protectors), and Coordinator (UMD's College Positive Tour Guides).

After earning his degree in Communications Media (and a diploma from a vocational school majoring in Visual Design), he packed his bags and set for the west coast, where he currently resides in California. He has visited many states over the years, touching all four borders of the United States, and enriching his craft every step of the way. He has served hundreds of clients over the years, taking pride in the body of work he has amassed. "There's nothing more rewarding than driving around and seeing your work in random places, whether it's on a billboard, a storefront, a promotional poster, or even just a business card."

THE KNACKS

• Graphic Design
• Print Preparation (Preflighting, Standard, Large Format, Digital, Offset, Screen Printing, Dye Sublimation, DTG & DTF, Specialty Finishes, etc.)
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Express, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)
• Video Production & Post Production (Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, ARRI Lighting, Kino Flo Lighting, Digital Camera Systems including: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Black Magic, etc.)
• Promotional Marketing
• Photography & Fine Art Portraiture
• Management & Team Leadership
• Adaptability & Solution Oriented