I collaborated with The Parker Foundation for Autism and Child Development on their Be A Buddy initiative, which promotes inclusion, bullying prevention, peer connection, and community integration for families with special needs. My role involved refining and evolving the existing “Buddy” character into a more polished and versatile mascot that could adapt to new yearly themes while staying true to the spirit of the original design. The updated artwork was optimized for use across multiple applications—including finisher medals, T-shirts, and promotional materials—and designed within a four-color limit to ensure consistency and cost-effective screen printing.