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Aug 19, 2024 / Spotlight
Get to Know our Staff: Roy Ortiz, Communications
What is your job title/your role at Scottish Rite for Children?
I am a graphic designer and photographer in the Communications department.
What do you do on a daily basis or what sort of duties do you have at work?
I collaborate with various Scottish Rite departments to bring their great ideas to life through fun visual pieces, whether it is done through graphic design or photography.
What was your first job? What path did you take to get here or what led you to Scottish Rite?
I cannot recall my first job, but I devoted many years to serving my local church. It was there that my creative skills were honed, which eventually led to awesome career opportunities.
What do you enjoy most about Scottish Rite?
I enjoy the fact that I get to use my creativity to help provide a memorable experience for Scottish Rite’s patients and staff.
Tell us something about your job that others might not already know?
I often collaborate with multiple departments simultaneously to complete projects.
Where is the most interesting place you’ve been?
The most interesting place I've been so far is the country of Panama.
What is your favorite game or sport to watch and play?
Since I was a child, my favorite sport to watch has been boxing.
The most interesting place I have visited is Isla Mujeres, Mexico. It is a small island near Cancun. My wife and I went there for our honeymoon earlier this month. It was my first time visiting a coastal area of Mexico. I enjoyed the culture there, and it was interesting to learn about the diversity of cultures across different regions in Mexico.
What’s one fun fact about yourself?
I enjoy finding humor in everything - when appropriate!