Alvin Lin, California-based graphic designer, embraces diversity through brand design, celebrating cultures and identities.
Works
02. Performing Identities
03. NASA
04. Basecamp
05. HeartPin
06. Vignetta
07. Los Angeles LGBT Center
About
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Alvin Lin, California-based graphic designer, embraces diversity through brand design, celebrating cultures and identities.
02. Performing Identities
03. NASA
04. Basecamp
05. HeartPin
06. Vignetta
07. Los Angeles LGBT Center
Info
About Me
From my earliest memories, I've been driven by curiosity, always seeking ways to express and explore. I was the kid who lingered in art class, absorbed in art books, and constantly convincing my parents to let me stay longer at museums. As I grew and discovered digital design software, I realized that graphic design was the perfect medium for me—a powerful form of visual communication that solves problems and conveys ideas.
I'm Alvin Lin, a graphic designer based in California, specializing in brand and packaging design. My work is deeply rooted in diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability, honoring and celebrating different cultures and identities while striving for environmental responsibility. For me, design is more than aesthetics; it's a tool for connection and positive change, helping to bridge differences and inspire others.
Education
05.2022 – Present ArtCenter College of Design
Pasadena, CA
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design with an emphasis in identity, typography, and packaging design.
05.2024 – 08.2024Focused Coursework at ArtCenter
Sponsored TransdisciplinaryStudio:
Cesar Canine Cuisine | Mars Petcare
Pasadena, CA
Conceptualized future Cesar identity and packaging design. Combined research, design, and physical prototyping. Developed a digital system to enhance dogs' health through healthy eating.
Experience
09.2024 – Present The Recording Academy
Santa Monica, CA (Hybrid)
Creative Services (Graphic Design) Intern
Contributes to the design of the GRAMMY Nominations live announcement and 67th GRAMMY Awards campaign, preparing production files and branding for digital campaigns, presentations, and social media.
09.2022 – 12.2022 ArtCenter College of Design
Pasadena, CA
Teacher’s Assistant — Type 1 with Scarlit Bloome
Collaborated closely with Professor Scarlit Bloome to provide support to students, particularly in typography-related projects. Facilitated one-on-one sessions, clarified assignments, and provided constructive critiques to enhance students' typographic skills.
Recognition
2022 – 2024 ArtCenter Provost’s List
2022 – 2024 ArtCenter Student Gallery
Basecamp Outdoor Cooking (Packaging Design)
Brutal Vodka (Packaging Design)
Circular (Font Specimen Poster)
SingleThread (Packaging Design)
Strength of Rainbow (3D Motion)
NASA (Identity Design)
Los Angeles LGBT Center (Identity Design)
2023Basecamp Outdoor Cooking (Packaging Design)
Pentaward 2023, Silver
ADC Young Ones 2023, Merit
Dieline Awards 2023, Featured
2024SingleThread (Packaging Design)
Dieline Awards, Gold
ADC Young Ones 2024, Merit
Pentawards 2024, Shortlist
Communication Arts 2024, Shortlist
2022 – PresentArtCenter Entrance Scholarship
2024Berlin Study Abroad Scholarship
ArtCenter Berlin Scholarship
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
2022 – 2024ArtCenter Graphic Department Portfolio Scholarship
ArtCenter 100 Scholarship
Pentagram Design Endowed Scholarship
Jerry V Johnson Endowed Scholarship
J. Yang Scholarship
Hoffmitz Miken Typography Scholarship
Press
Shoutout LA
Bold Journey
Canvas Rebel
Skills
Proficient in:
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Figma, SolidWorks, KeyShot,
Keynote, MadMapper
Familiar with:
After Effects, Cinema 4D, XD, Lightroom
Additional:
3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Kongsberg Cutting, Letterpress
Language:
English, Mandarin