ARIANA CANDIDO-MARKOWITZ
Baltimore
Summary
Creative visual designer with 4+ years of experience translating complex ideas into engaging visual stories. I combine strong design fundamentals with strategic thinking to create graphics that are both visually compelling and easy to understand. Experienced in graphic design, presentation design, branding, information design, and Adobe Creative Suite, with a background in architectural visualization that brings a unique perspective to problem-solving. Passionate about design work that informs, inspires, and creates meaningful connections with its audience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
3D Visualization Specialist
Ayers Saint Gross
Baltimore
08.2022 - 06.2026
- Produced digital visual assets, including animations, walkthroughs, and VR experiences to convey design intent.
- Collaborated with graphic design team to establish UI/UX standards and digital presentation guidelines.
- Provided training to architects and designers on AI visualization tools and visual communication methods.
- Created interactive presentation experiences focused on user engagement and clear spatial information communication.
- Supported multidisciplinary teams by advising on effective visualization strategies and digital tool usage.
- Applied principles of typography, layout, color composition, and visual hierarchy across media platforms.
- Advanced AI-assisted processes in Photoshop compositing techniques and visualization technologies to enhance concept development.
Designer
Ayers Saint Gross
Baltimore
08.2022 - 12.2025
- Developed architectural renderings and visualizations using 3ds Max, SketchUp, V-Ray, and Adobe Creative Suite to convey design concepts.
- Transitioned visualization capabilities from Twinmotion to Unreal Engine for enhanced cinematic animations and real-time environments.
- Transformed architectural models into engaging visual narratives through expert lighting and post-production techniques.
- Created interactive 3D presentations and virtual walkthroughs using 3DVista to facilitate client engagement.
Summer Intern
Ayers Saint Gross
Baltimore
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Researched and tested real-time visualization workflows using Unreal Engine and Twinmotion for animation exploration.
- Assisted in creating design presentations for client meetings and project proposals.
- Trained in SketchUp, Revit, 3ds Max, and Photoshop to enhance architectural static rendering capabilities.
Teaching Assistant
Maryland Institute College of Art
Baltimore
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Instructed on Unity and C# fundamentals, covering 2D tile systems, UI menus, and interface design.
- Facilitated remote learning for students, providing support in technical troubleshooting.
- Guided students in mastering interface layout design alongside core programming concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Game Design/Illustration
Maryland Institute College of Art
Baltimore, MD12.2021
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Visual communication
- Real-time visualization
- 3D modeling software (SketchUp, 3ds Max, Maya, Rhino)
- Rendering techniques (Enscape, V-Ray, real-time rendering)
- Game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity 3D/2D)
- Digital art tools (Procreate, digital painting)
- UI/UX design principles
- Graphic design fundamentals
- Photography and visual storytelling
- Architectural visualization techniques
- Lighting and composition strategies
- Material development and color theory
- Drawing skills (traditional and perspective drawing)
- Printmaking techniques
Selected Projects
- Wayfinding Signage, Bowdoin College, Collaborated with the graphic design team to transform signage elevations into presentation visuals, environmental renderings, and an interactive interface showcasing design options.
- Garland Hall, Vanderbilt University, Developed an interactive 3DVista presentation platform with custom UI/UX design, rendered axonometric floor plans, and hotspot-driven navigation to showcase architectural renderings and animations.
- Dragun Building and Renovation Addition, Anne Arundel Community College, Produced photorealistic interior and exterior renderings for the Dragun Science Building Renovation at Anne Arundel Community College, supporting marketing and project presentations.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Fine Art And Visual Communication
- Color Theory
- Composition
- Drawing
- Digital Painting
- Traditional Painting
- Perspective Drawing
- Visual Storytelling
- Printmaking
Visualization And Design
- UI/UX Design
- Illustration
- Post-Production
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Architectural Visualization
- Photorealistic Rendering
- Real-Time Rendering
- Virtual Tours
- 3D Modeling
- Lighting & Composition
- Material Development
Timeline
Designer
Ayers Saint Gross
08.2022 - 12.2025
3D Visualization Specialist
Ayers Saint Gross
08.2022 - 06.2026
Summer Intern
Ayers Saint Gross
04.2022 - 07.2022
Teaching Assistant
Maryland Institute College of Art
08.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Game Design/Illustration
Maryland Institute College of Art