My name is Abril, I am a Graphic Designer and Illustrator. I recently worked as an Art Director at a marketing agency called Polenta – Creativity and Performance. I have experience both in design studios and in the freelance world. I have worked on wine label design, food packaging, editorial pieces, branding, print production management, motion graphics, and of course in marketing, where I learned how to lead a team and approach the art direction of complex campaigns in creative partnership, including audiovisual content for different media. In addition, I am bilingual in Spanish and English. I studied Translation before switching to Graphic Design, and in my previous job I was responsible for handling communications with English-speaking clients. I also studied UX/UI design during the pandemic and have basic knowledge of creative copywriting. I consider myself an energetic and extremely curious person. I approach my work with passion and positivity, and I would love to share that with a team that is open to experimenting and taking on amazing challenges.

Maria Abril Alfonso

My name is Abril, I am a Graphic Designer and Illustrator. I recently worked as an Art Director at a marketing agency called Polenta – Creativity and Performance. I have experience both in design studios and in the freelance world. I have worked on wine label design, food packaging, editorial pieces, branding, print production management, motion graphics, and of course in marketing, where I learned how to lead a team and approach the art direction of complex campaigns in creative partnership, including audiovisual content for different media. In addition, I am bilingual in Spanish and English. I studied Translation before switching to Graphic Design, and in my previous job I was responsible for handling communications with English-speaking clients. I also studied UX/UI design during the pandemic and have basic knowledge of creative copywriting. I consider myself an energetic and extremely curious person. I approach my work with passion and positivity, and I would love to share that with a team that is open to experimenting and taking on amazing challenges.

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My name is Abril, I am a Graphic Designer and Illustrator. I recently worked as an Art Director at a marketing agency called Polenta – Creativity and Performance. I have experience both in design studios and in the freelance world. I have worked on wine label design, food packaging, editorial pieces, branding, print production management, motion graphics, and of course in marketing, where I learned how to lead a team and approach the art direction of complex campaigns in creative partnership, including audiovisual content for different media.
In addition, I am bilingual in Spanish and English. I studied Translation before switching to Graphic Design, and in my previous job I was responsible for handling communications with English-speaking clients. I also studied UX/UI design during the pandemic and have basic knowledge of creative copywriting.
I consider myself an energetic and extremely curious person. I approach my work with passion and positivity, and I would love to share that with a team that is open to experimenting and taking on amazing challenges.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director at Polenta
January 1, 2024 - Present
Ideation and development of creative campaigns across all media, from outdoor advertising to TV spots and social media content. Mentoring and guiding junior designers, fostering skill development and collaboration within the team. Art direction and creative oversight for audiovisual content, ensuring alignment with brand identity and campaign objectives. Managing creative workflows, maintaining high attention to detail, and delivering projects on time and within scope.
Graphic Designer at Caliptra Creative House
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Designed food packaging and wine & spirits labels, ensuring visual impact and client requirements are met. Contributed to digital marketing campaigns across various platforms, from social media to email marketing. Mentored junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to support skill development. Maintained communication with English-speaking clients, managing expectations and project updates.
Survey Interviewer at Reale Dalla Torre Consulting
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Conducted door-to-door surveys to gather public opinion on political candidates prior to elections. Collected and reported accurate data to support campaign analysis and strategy.
English Teacher at School Tutoring Center
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Taught English to students, creating engaging lessons and supporting language development.
Administrative Assistant (Accidents Department) at Sancor Insurance
January 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016
Seasonal administrative tasks related to payments for suppliers and service fees. Accurately transferred and entered data into the company’s digital systems. Supported the claims team in day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
Administrative Assistant (Accidents Department) at Sancor Insurance
January 1, 2017 - March 1, 2017
Seasonal administrative tasks related to payments for suppliers and service fees. Accurately transferred and entered data into the company’s digital systems. Supported the claims team in day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
Administrative Assistant (Accidents Department) at Sancor Insurance
January 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018
Seasonal administrative tasks related to payments for suppliers and service fees. Accurately transferred and entered data into the company’s digital systems. Supported the claims team in day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.

Education

Advanced UX/UI Design at Coderhouse
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Graphic Design at Faculty of Arts and Design, National University of Cuyo
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026
Public Translation in English/Spanish at Faculty of Philosophy and Letters, National University of Cuyo
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other