SHARKS CREATOR FELLOWSHIP

The Sharks and Adobe are coming together to support and celebrate the San Jose creative community by offering mentoring and career development opportunities. The Sharks and Adobe Creator Fellowship Program will give eight emerging creators the opportunity to immerse themselves and work alongside the Adobe and Sharks Creative Teams for four months, learning and developing skills in the areas of creative design, motion graphics, photography, and videography.

This four-month program will take fellows through bi-weekly classes led by Adobe and the Sharks Creative Teams. Each class will focus on a different creative field and the Adobe Creative Cloud program applicable. Throughout the program, Sharks Fellows and their work will also be featured on the Sharks social media channels. The program will cumulate in a capstone group project by the Fellows featured in a Sharks medium.

Aaron Cheung

My name is Aaron, and I am a Graphic Designer born and raised in the Bay Area who recently graduated from San José State University with a Bachelor's degree in Design Studies (Graphic Design). Growing up, my passion for sports, especially the Sharks, and design inspired me to pursue a creative career in the sports and entertainment industry. One of my biggest goals is to become the lead designer of a professional sports franchise, designing everything from their branding to their uniforms. Outside of design, I enjoy being active outdoors, traveling, attending concerts, and photography. I am thrilled to be a part of the Sharks and Adobe Creator Fellowship and look forward to growing my skills as a designer.

Jesslyn Hull

My name is Jesslyn, and I am a graphic designer from the Santa Cruz area. This opportunity with the San Jose Sharks and Adobe feels like a dream to me, as I am a lifelong Sharks fan and have always had a passion for creating things. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor's in Design and a Minor in Art History, and have done graphic design work for various organizations, including NCAA Division I athletics, a construction firm and a religious order. Outside of design/art, I love to play video games, go to concerts, write, and go to the movies with my friends. I'm looking forward to working with the other fellows and seeing the projects we create in the next few months!

Colin Moran

Born and raised in Framingham, MA, Colin found his way to Pacific Grove, CA in 2023 after a four year stay in Denver, CO. With a degree from Framingham State University in Studio Art with a concentration in Illustration, Colin has been independently creating a wide range of visuals for himself and others. Working for four years in the E-Learning industry as a graphic designer, learning everything he could about accessibility of visual communication, along with his understanding of illustration and graphic arts, Colin has developed a strong base to continue to create. Hoping to grow within his interests of art, music, fashion, and nature the future is bright. He is excited to learn more and continues saying yes to all opportunities.

Daisy Vazquez

Hola, I am Daisy Vazquez, a designer with a passion for all art and design. I work mainly in Graphic Design, Illustration, and UX/UI Design. I am also working to improve my Web Design and Animation skills. I am extremely grateful to be part of this fellowship as it will give me the resources and tools to improve and grow as a creative. Curious to learn more about me or my work?

Emily Ferreira

I am Emily Ferreira (she/her) and I am so grateful to have been selected for the Sharks and Adobe Creator Fellowship. I transitioned from a career in healthcare in order to explore multiple disciplines within graphic design. My healthcare experience has helped me become a hard working, driven and an efficient problem solver. I am excited to continue developing my creative skills with the collaboration and expertise from my peers, Sharks and Adobe. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, rock climbing and photography.

Rebecca Klahold

My name is Rebecca Klahold and I'm a graphic designer/creative from Santa Clara. I studied graphic design at Rochester Institute of Technology and have experience working with branding and identity. My motivation comes from a love of visual storytelling and a wide-ranging creative curiosity. I'm very excited to expand my creative skillset with the San Jose Sharks and Adobe!

Jessica Villa

Hello! I'm Jessica, a Latinx visual artist and designer from the sunny city of San Jose, California. As a first-generation college student, I proudly earned bachelor's degrees in both graphic design and photography from San José State University. My passion lies in cultivating a career and lifestyle that seamlessly blend the worlds of art and technology. I enjoy freelancing projects for Graphic Design and Photography, honing my skills and creative vision. In my spare time, you'll find me indulging in my love for collecting analog cameras, learning printing techniques of "yesteryear," and actively participating in the vibrant local art scene to stay connected and inspired.

Nick Ybarra

My name is Nick, I'm an artist and the product of unrestricted internet access on the developing adolescent brain. I grew up in the South Bay and attended San Jose State for advertising. I'm currently an intern at a PR agency in the gaming industry, but I have a passion for visual storytelling, particularly through animation. In my free time I like to rock climb, garden, and watch movies.