Nick Marquez

Nick Marquez has over a decade of experience in design and illustration, currently serving as the Lead Designer and Manager of Product & Design at U Brands since September 2014, contributing to the development of the U-Play children's boutique art materials line. Previously, Nick worked as a Freelance Product Artist for Lakeshore Learning Materials, where responsibilities included creating artwork for children's developmental activities, and at Mega Brands, focusing on the "Fuzzy Poster" product line. Nick also has experience in educational settings, having served as a Guest Speaker and Illustration Demonstrator at Katella High School and as an A.V.I.D. tutor at Western High School. Nick holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Illustration from California State University, Long Beach.