• About & Contact

    My name is Michelle Aguilar, and I am currently majoring in

    Communication with a Media Concentration and minoring in Music at TAMIU.

    I provide a diverse academic foundation, including a background in General

    Studies and an Associate of Arts Degree, which together strenghten my

    multidisciplinary approach to creative work. My coursework and hands-on

    experience span film and digital photography, digital art, Photoshop, Media

    Production, and Video Editing. I am skilled in Adobe Premier Pro, InDesign,

    Canva allowing me to edit, design, and produce professional visual and

    multimedia projects with a polished, modern aesthetic.

    Contact Info:

    Email: aleaguilar1312@hotmail.com

  • Fashion Event Flyer

    Date: 9/28/25


    Programs Used: Adobe InDesign, AI-generated imagery, DaFont typography

    Purpose:
    To design a promotional flyer for a local Fashion Show event using Adobe InDesign and custom typography that reflects modern fashion aesthetics.

    Goal:
    To create an eye-catching, professionally styled flyer that clearly communicates the event details while showcasing a bold, contemporary visual theme.

    Tasks:

    • Selected and customized an AI-generated image to fit the fashion concept.
    • Imported and formatted custom typography from DaFont to match the event’s style.
    • Organized the event information and arranged the layout for clarity and impact.
    • Applied design principles such as visual hierarchy, contrast, and composition to enhance readability and overall presentation.

    Skills Learned:
    Learned how to create a complete layout in Adobe InDesign, work with custom fonts, integrate AI-generated imagery, and apply effective design principles. Strengthened abilities in combining digital tools and creative design to produce polished promotional materials.

  • TAMIU Promo: Where To Register

    Date: 10/19/25

    Purpose:
    This flyer was created to promote registration for the upcoming academic term at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU). The goal was to design a clear and professional promotional piece that encourages students to begin the registration process early and understand the resources available to them.

    Goal:
    To visually communicate important registration information in a way that is easy to understand, appealing to students, and aligned with TAMIU’s branding and messaging standards.

    Programs Used:
    Adobe Photoshop.

    Tasks:

    • Took multiple photos around the TAMIU campus to find an image that best represented the university environment.
    • Edited and enhanced photos in Adobe Photoshop, adjusting lighting, color, and composition to fit the flyer’s layout.
    • Designed the flyer by arranging text, aligning elements, and applying visual hierarchy so the key information stands out.
    • Incorporated TAMIU brand colors and clean typography to maintain consistency with university promotional materials.
    • Finalized the layout and exported the flyer in a print-ready and digital-friendly format.

    Skills Learned:
    Improved skills in photo composition and editing, especially with the rule of thirds. Learned how to use Photoshop tools to refine images, structure a layout, and maintain brand consistency. Gained experience in designing professional promotional material with attention to clarity, readability, and visual impact.

  • Video Project: How To Style

    Date: 11/16/2025

    Purpose:
    This project was created to demonstrate how to layer winter clothing in a way that is both stylish and functional. The video aims to help viewers understand the principles behind building fashionable, warm, and well-coordinated winter outfits.

    Goal:
    To guide viewers through the process of creating layered looks using base layers, mid-layers, outerwear, and accessories, while teaching them how to balance color, texture, and proportion for a cohesive winter outfit.

    Programs Used:
    Adobe Premiere Pro.

    Tasks:
    Filmed each step of the layering process, including choosing base garments, adding statement pieces, and incorporating accessories for warmth and style. Captured multiple angles to show fit, fabric, and silhouette. Recorded voiceover explaining styling choices and the purpose of each layer. Edited all footage in Adobe Premiere Pro, added text overlays and subtitles for clarity, applied transitions for smooth pacing, and balanced audio to ensure a polished instructional video.

    Skills Learned:
    Improved on-camera communication and styling presentation techniques. Learned how to use Premiere Pro to structure a clear fashion tutorial through video sequencing, text placement, and audio balance. Gained experience demonstrating how different layers interact to create depth, coordination, and practical warmth in winter outfits.

  • Creative Portfolio Overview

    Date: 12/3/2025


    Programs Used: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, DaFont typography, AI-generated imagery, Freepik

    Brief Description:
    This portfolio presents a collection of multimedia and design projects completed throughout the Fall 2025 semester. It includes a Fashion Event Flyer, a TAMIU promotional registration flyer, a winter clothing instructional video, and a short horror film titled Rogame Ranch. Each project demonstrates growth in visual communication, technical editing skills, and creative problem-solving across multiple design and media platforms.

    Course Highlights:

    • Strengthened skills in layout composition, color, typography, and branding through flyer design (pages 4–7).
    • Improved video production techniques such as pacing, transitions, subtitles, and audio balancing when creating the winter clothing tutorial (pages 8–9).
    • Gained experience in directing, cinematography, lighting, and suspense-building through the Rogame Ranch short film (pages 10–11).
    • Used tools like Adobe software, DaFont, AI graphics, and Freepik resources to enhance the quality and professionalism of each project.