With over 11 years of experience in design, marketing, and communication, I bring a creative, strategic mindset to every project. My passion for creating compelling brand development solutions drives my work and fuels my creativity. I'm dedicated to helping clients elevate their brand stories, paving the way for business growth and engagement.

Ana Carolina Dos Santos

With over 11 years of experience in design, marketing, and communication, I bring a creative, strategic mindset to every project. My passion for creating compelling brand development solutions drives my work and fuels my creativity. I'm dedicated to helping clients elevate their brand stories, paving the way for business growth and engagement.

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With over 11 years of experience in design, marketing, and communication, I bring a creative, strategic mindset to every project. My passion for creating compelling brand development solutions drives my work and fuels my creativity. I’m dedicated to helping clients elevate their brand stories, paving the way for business growth and engagement.

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Language

English
Advanced
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Central One
January 1, 2023 - Present
Design and execute digital campaigns and marketing promotions with a strong focus on user engagement. Create branded assets and visual content across web and social media platforms, ensuring consistency and creativity.
Founder & Creative Director at Ana Carolina Design Studio
December 31, 2023 - July 15, 2025
Designed branding and campaign materials for brands in a variety of fields such as lifestyle, retail, architecture, skincare and more. Contributed to packaging, identity systems, and visual concepts across digital and print.
Creative Designer at Getz
December 31, 2019 - July 15, 2025
Contributed to concept development and execution of branding, key visuals, packaging, and campaign visuals for tourism, education, health, and automotive sectors. Supported strategic rollouts and art direction across digital and print media.
Visual Designer at Curate Space
December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025
Led the creative repositioning of Curate Space, a purpose-driven brand and community platform. Oversaw the rebranding process, visual strategy, and storytelling. Directed development of brand assets for events, digital content, and community engagement, collaborating with a multicultural team across time zones.
Central One | Graphic Designer at Central One
January 1, 2023 - Present
Responsible for designing and implementing brand strategies for various clients, ensuring they receive high-quality and innovative design solutions that meet their objectives and engage their target audiences.
Founder / Creative Director at Studio Carolina
January 1, 2023 - September 11, 2025
Led creative projects from conception to execution, overseeing all aspects of design, ensuring best practices, and maintaining high-quality standards in visual communication.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Design at Universidade Federal do Paraná
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2013
Marketing and Communication at Australian Pacific College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Postgraduate Degree in Art at Centro Universitário Claretiano
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at University of Visual Arts
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Sustainability Commendation with the Mona Chair
October 1, 2012 - October 31, 2012
P-Bike Racks Project - Implemented across all UFPR campuses
May 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013

Industry Experience

Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services