Frank Rapoza

Frank Rapoza has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Frank began their career as a Graphic Designer and Art Manager at Sunkist Graphics Inc. in 1994, where they mentored junior artists and managed the art and signs departments. From there, they worked at Aristocrat Technologies Inc. as a Lead Graphic Artist, proposing game ideas, creating graphics and animations, and storyboarding. In 2008, they joined The Upper Deck Company as an Illustrator, creating full-color illustrations on trading cards. Frank then moved on to Genesis Gaming, Inc. in 2009 as a Creative Director, overseeing the development of high-resolution digital art for various game elements. In 2012, Rapoza became a Student Advisor at The Art Institutes, assisting students and alumni with their employment search and preparing resumes, portfolios, and demo reels. Frank later joined Aries Technology in 2014 as an Art Director, where they created game logos and approved art layouts for publication. Throughout their career, Rapoza has consistently demonstrated creative vision, leadership skills, and a commitment to staying up-to-date with industry trends.

Frank Rapoza attended Konawaena High School from 1986 to 1989, where they obtained a Diploma with a focus on Art, Music, and Hawaiian History. Following their high school education, they enrolled at the University of Hawai'i at Hilo and studied Advertising and Graphic Design. Frank completed their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in this field from 1989 to 1993.