​Diego Alfonso Rodriguez
diegoal4863@gmail.com
213-910-5512
https://www.linkedin.com/in/diego-alfonso-rodriguez-729825105/
OBJECTIVE
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I am a dedicated and bilingual UX Designer with expertise in integrating storytelling and strategic design to develop intuitive user experiences. I possess a comprehensive background in animation, art, and product design, which allows me to effectively combine creativity with functionality within the domain of UX design. My proficiency in multiple languages provides me with a diverse perspective that enhances collaboration and fosters innovation.
I am eager to contribute innovative insights in an entry-level UX Design Generalist role and remain committed to creating engaging, user-centered designs. I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate in order to innovate and elevate every digital interaction, ensuring they are both meaningful and impactful.
EDUCATION
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Bachelor of Science in Radio, Television, and Film
The University of Texas at Austin, 2015
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CERTIFICATIONS
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Emile Cohl Atelier – Storyboard Artist Certificate, June 2021
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MIT Professional Education – Sustainability: Strategies and Opportunities For Industry, June 2022
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Google – UX Design Certificate, August 2024
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UC Santa Barbara – AI, Empathy, & Ethics, August 2024
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Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania – AI Strategy & Governance, October 2024
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Meta – Programming in Python, November 2024
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IBM – AI Product Manager Professional Certificate, December 2024
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Stanford Online – Machine Learning Specialization, February 2025
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University of Pennsylvania – Regulatory Compliance Specialization, March 2025
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CAREER SUMMARY
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Prompt & Logic Designer – AI Training Focus | Outlier, Remote | Apr 2025 - Present
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Coordinate review processes of the Hypno AI project for creative and conceptual test assets, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
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Analyzed outputs from Hypno AI’s state-of-the-art models to identify consistent patterns of misinterpretation and logic failure, ensuring quality control across creative assets.
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Maintain casual and excited conversation via Zoom for the Xylophone English Convo training.
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Craft human-centered critiques that translate technical shortcomings into meaningful insights for developers and general audiences alike.
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Support model improvement by targeting areas involving ambiguity, cultural nuance, and interpretive reasoning.​
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Production Coordinator | Encantos Media, Remote | Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
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Managed production schedules and deliverables for an international animation series, Canticos, ensuring the timely delivery of creative assets to partners.
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Processed invoices for freelance artists, ensuring accurate documentation and timely payment.
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Monitored the freelancer pipeline, tracked deadlines in Monday.com and Google Workspace, and proactively followed up to prevent delays for the Canticos series.
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Cultivated partnerships with cross-regional teams in Miami, New York, Colombia, Los Angeles, Brazil, and Mexico to streamline content production workflows and ensure timely delivery of IP-related assets
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Oversaw the approvals process for creative materials and ensured accurate final delivery via Google Drive and Slack.
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Led production timelines for the Canticos series on YouTube, utilizing a suite of digital tools to guarantee adherence to deadlines and streamline project delivery.
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Innovated prompt engineering techniques in collaboration with the Canticos producer and marketing director, leveraging AI tools such as ChatGPT and Jasper to enhance script quality and audience engagement.
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Authored and storyboarded engaging scripts for Canticos: In-Between Seasons YouTube episodes, utilizing Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and Premiere Pro under the guidance of the series producer.
TV and Film Development Intern | 3Pas Studios, Los Angeles, CA | Sep 2022 - Dec 2022
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Crafted comprehensive coverage and provided critical feedback on books, TV pilots, feature films, and animated features, evaluating their potential for IP adaptation and cross-media opportunities.
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Developed and optimized organizational templates in Google Docs, conducting in-depth industry and IP research to support executive producers and strengthen strategic decision-making.
Marketing Coordinator | Food Management System Solution LLC, Remote | Feb 2021 - Sep 2022
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Redesigned the company’s UX on Wix, significantly improving user engagement and accessibility.
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Utilized advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT and DALL-E, along with creative software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, to generate and refine content, boosting user interaction and website accessibility.
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Managed content development and brand positioning strategies on Wix, effectively enhancing the company’s visibility and market presence.
Storyboard Artist | Night of the Animated Dead, Los Angeles, CA | Oct 2019 - Dec 2020
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Produced storyboards that vividly aligned with the director’s vision, utilizing Adobe Photoshop to bring cinematic ideas to life.
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Generated detailed sketches, concepts, and thumbnails for the Director using Procreate, actively contributing to the narrative development of the project.
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OTHER WORK EXPERIENCES
Production Coordinator | Freelance, Berlin, Germany | Feb 2018 - Dec 2018
Production Assistant | Freelance, Brussels, Belgium | Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
Junior Content Designer | El Saber Enterprise, Houston, TX |Aug 2015 - Dec 2016
Development Intern | NBC Universal, Los Angeles, CA | Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
PUBLISHING HISTORY
Chaos’s Key: Book I - The Awakening of the Transcendental Deity (In Progress)
The Silly Chronicles of Mrs. Flibbertigibbet – USA (2024)
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Published through Amazon (Kindle/Amazon Books)
Las Aventuras de Doña Despiste – Venezuela (2007–2014)
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Published by Editorial Alfa (reaching its 5th edition)
Las Aventuras de Doña Despiste – Argentina (2007 & 2008)
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Published by Editorial Dunken (2nd edition in 2008)
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
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Autor más joven en la 33ª Feria Internacional del Libro de Bueno: Honored as Autor más joven en la 33ª Feria Internacional del Libro de Buenos Aires (Youngest Author at the 33rd International Book Fair of Buenos Aires) in Argentina for Las Aventuras de Doña Despiste (2007).
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El Autor Más Joven de Venezuela: Nationally recognized in 2007 as El Autor Más Joven de Venezuela (The Youngest Published Author in Venezuela) for Las Aventuras de Doña Despiste.
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Las Aventuras de Doña Despiste – Weekly Bestseller List in Venezuela:
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7th place (Feb 2010)
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4th place (Oct 2011)
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