Hi, I'm Carlos Reis Costa, a versatile designer and account/project manager with experience in branding, web design, and communications for SMEs and agencies across the Azores and Madeira. I’ve led regional marketing initiatives and built strong client relationships, focusing on clear communication and practical solutions. I’m currently freelancing as a designer and web designer while engaging in client-facing sales and account management activities. I enjoy working with multicultural teams and solving problems to help brands grow. My background spans design, branding, advertising, and marketing strategy, and I’m comfortable coordinating cross-functional work, managing projects, and delivering results for diverse clients.…

Carlos Reis Costa

Hi, I'm Carlos Reis Costa, a versatile designer and account/project manager with experience in branding, web design, and communications for SMEs and agencies across the Azores and Madeira. I’ve led regional marketing initiatives and built strong client relationships, focusing on clear communication and practical solutions. I’m currently freelancing as a designer and web designer while engaging in client-facing sales and account management activities. I enjoy working with multicultural teams and solving problems to help brands grow. My background spans design, branding, advertising, and marketing strategy, and I’m comfortable coordinating cross-functional work, managing projects, and delivering results for diverse clients.…

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Hi, I’m Carlos Reis Costa, a versatile designer and account/project manager with experience in branding, web design, and communications for SMEs and agencies across the Azores and Madeira. I’ve led regional marketing initiatives and built strong client relationships, focusing on clear communication and practical solutions. I’m currently freelancing as a designer and web designer while engaging in client-facing sales and account management activities.

I enjoy working with multicultural teams and solving problems to help brands grow. My background spans design, branding, advertising, and marketing strategy, and I’m comfortable coordinating cross-functional work, managing projects, and delivering results for diverse clients.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Clerk at AutoViação Micaelense
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Support and assistance in accounting, writing and launching various documents for clients' companies.
Stock Manager at Mercedes-Benz Authorized Dealer
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Responsible for ordering and stock management of Mercedes-Benz auto parts at the local dealership.
Creative/Designer at Grupo Dot One / SGPS, S.A. (Lisbon, Portugal)
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005
Creative/Designer, part-time creation of small communications and advertising works for SMEs in São Miguel–Azores.
Agency Director - Azores at Azores/Madeira Agencies
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Identification and implementation of strategies to increase brand awareness in the Azores; building a base of trust and prestige for local companies with reference projects.
Freelance Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Creation of designer works for clients; lived and worked with people in multi-cultural environments; communication in various contexts and teamwork.
Coordinator Area Norte / Porto at Fatuna - Azores Porto
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Responsible for business development in the northern region; marketing, ordering and distribution.
Coordinator Area Azores / Madeira at Azores / Madeira
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
MS – Windows XP; Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Corel Draw, Photoshop, Illustrator, WordPress, CRM, Invoicing Software, Social Networks and Internet.
Account Manager at Grupo Mitera
January 1, 2023 - Present
Prospecting market, presenting proposals and commercializing solutions for civil construction industry; involvement with SATA International, calendars, reports, and CRM.
Operador All Center at Unspecified
March 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Call center related duties; contact to MEO and related activities.
Third Clerk
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Support and assistance in accounting; drafting and launching client documents; administrative tasks.
Stock Management at Mercedes-Benz local dealership
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Responsible for ordering and stock management of auto parts for the local dealership.
Creative/Designer at Grupo Dot One, SGPS, S.A.
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005
Part-time creation of small communications and advertising works for SMEs in São Miguel, Azores.
Agency Role / Brand Awareness
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Identified and implemented strategies to increase brand awareness in the Azores; built a base of trust and prestige with local companies and reference projects.
Coordinator Area Norte
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Responsible for business development in the northern region of the country; marketing, ordering and distribution.
Coordinator Azores/Madeira
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Coordinator for Azores/Madeira; MS Office suite and related tools; sales support and operations.
Freelance Designer
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Creation of designer works for clients; broad experience in web design, graphic design, branding and advertising; collaborative, multicultural environments.
Third Clerk at Autoviação Micaelense
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Support and assistance in accounting, drafting and launching of various documents for clients' companies.
Stock Management at Mercedes-Benz local dealership (Azores)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Responsible for ordering and stock management of Mercedes-Benz auto parts at the brand's local dealership.
Agency Director - Azores at Grupo Dot One, SGPS, S.A.
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008
Identifying and implementing strategies to increase brand awareness in the Azores. Building a base of trust and prestige before local companies, with reference projects.
Area Coordinator North/Porto at Grupo Dot One, SGPS, S.A.
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Responsible for business development in the northern region, dealing with marketing, ordering and distribution.
Area Coordinator Azores/Madeira at Grupo Dot One, SGPS, S.A.
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Sales and account management for Azores and Madeira regions; coordinating operations.
Freelance Designer at Grupo Dot One / Self-employed projects
January 1, 2019 - Present
Creative work for clients; informal collaboration in design, branding, advertising, web design and related media.
Operador All Center at MEO Azores / Azin Services
March 2, 2023 - August 2, 2023
All Center operator supporting customer interactions via chat channels and service delivery.
Account Manager at Azin Services (MEO Azores)
August 2, 2023 - Present
Market prospecting, presenting proposals and commercializing civil industry solutions for MEO; managing client accounts and campaigns.

Education

Professional Course in SME Management at EPROSEC - EEC Level 3
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999
Professional Course in SME Management (Level 3) at EPROSEC - EEC
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999
Professional Course in SME's Management at Grupo Dot One
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1999

Qualifications

Professional Course in SME Management
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999
Professional Course in SME's Management
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1999

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Software & Internet, Telecommunications