Hi! My name is Riri Tamura Kim. I’m a designer and illustrator specializing in hand lettering. I am also an instructor where I occasionally teach workshops on hand lettering. I was born in Japan but I grew up living all along the west coast of California and I am currently based in San Diego, California. My most passionate work derives from working with brands that strives to create great work to bring positive social impact.

In my career, I have been fortunate enough to work with global brands from various industries like Twitter Studio, Postmates, Orangetheory, Walmart, Adobe, Western Digital, Cash App by Square, Period.org and more.

Experience:

  • Freelance Designer & Illustrator / June 2017 - Present

  • Senior Graphic Designer (Contract) / February 2023 - Present / Ascend Leadership

  • Designer (Contract) / June 2023 - Present / SuperBloom House

  • Visual Designer / March 2022 - February 2023 / Designerds

  • Junior Art Director / June 2021 - March 2022 / TBWA\Chiat\Day

  • Designer | Junior Art Director / June 2018 - July 2021 / Grey

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Awards:

  • Silver - Side Show Awards 2021

CLIENTS THAT I HAVE WORKED WITH

SERVICES

From working in collaborative settings at award-winning agencies to working independently as a freelancer, Riri has extensive experience ranging from print to digital design.

  • BRanding

  • LETTERING

  • ILLUSTRATION

  • BOOK & EDITORIAL DESIGN

  • LICENSING

  • AND MORE!

Branding Packages & RETAINER PACKAGES

If you’re looking for branding, here are some packages I offer with different price ranges. Additionally, I offer various retainer packages.

  • Recommended for personal branding in need of just a logo design.

    $800

  • Recommended for individuals looking for personal branding in need of logo and other collateral assets like business card design and social media templates.

    $1500

  • Recommended for start-ups and small businesses in need of a full branding kit that will include brand strategy, logo suite, brand guidelines and collateral assets.

    $3000

  • I offer different retainer packages from monthly to yearly contracts. Please inquire me about retainer packages for more information.

Client Love

  • I loved working with Riri and can't wait to have the opportunity to do so again. From start to finish, she was communicative, creative, and professional!

    Hedy Yu, Co-founder of Rooted Fare

  • Riri brings so much fun, enthusiasm, and life to all the designs I've commissioned from her. Plus, her timeliness and organization make it a breeze to get through the development process.

    Maggie Wong, Writer Director

  • punctual, organized, creative, and easy to work with.

    Mana, Owner of Managing Maintenance

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