Communication Designer
Joe Choe
Hello, my name is Joe Choe, a passionate and results-driven communication designer with a proven track record of creating visually appealing and effective design solutions for businesses in competitive markets. I am a dedicated and reliable professional, committed to exceeding expectations and providing exceptional results. My expertise includes stop-motion videos, photography, videography, and graphic design, among others. I am excited to collaborate with like-minded individuals and businesses to help them achieve their goals and objectives. Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss potential opportunities to work together.
Skills
Technical & Digital
- Website Management
- Analytics & Optimization
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Management
- E-commerce Operations
Creative & Design Skills
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- Content Creation
- Branding
Marketing & Communication
- Digital Campaign Strategy
- Social Media Content Planning
- Email Copywriting and Design
- Community Engagement
Experience
Communication Designer | Marilyn Magaram Center | October 2020 – Present
Digital Marketing Coordinator | Terrakan | September 2024 – September 2025
Marketing Director | Town Square Real Estate | December 2020 – March 2025
Platform Manager | Choice Fine Art | January 2022 – May 2023
Activities
Internship | IntersectLA | August 2018 – December 2019
Web Director | Welcome Home Dog Rescue | January 2009 – March 2017
Education
B.A. Communication Design | California State University, Northridge
2020
A.A. Graphic Design | Pasadena City College
2018
My Story
In December 2012, I was at a concert with my girlfriend, Gloria, when I suddenly collapsed. I woke up five days later in a medically induced coma, surrounded by machines, confused and unable to speak, walk, or even eat on my own.
What followed was the hardest chapter of my life. I went through months of physical, speech, and memory therapy, slowly relearning how to do everyday things most people take for granted. My family and friends were there every step of the way.
Recovery wasn’t a straight line. In 2014, I took a job printing phone cases but struggled with memory. Getting let go hurt, but it pushed me to keep trying. I later worked as a dishwasher at a bowling alley simple work, but it gave me stability and space to heal. Eventually, with Gloria’s encouragement, I applied for a job at Target, even though the idea of talking to people and handling cash terrified me. To my surprise, I thrived there.
I started at Pasadena City College in 2016 while working part-time. Through the Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS), I got extra support and time for exams as I continued to strengthen my memory. I graduated in 2018 and transferred to California State University, Northridge, drawn by Intersect LA, a student-run design agency that blended creativity, strategy, and collaboration.
Balancing work, school, and recovery wasn’t easy, but it taught me perseverance, patience, and gratitude. Every step since that night in 2012 has shaped who I am today: someone who refuses to give up, embracing growth, and finding meaning in creating and connecting with others.
Companies I’ve Worked With
