I am a versatile and award-winning Graphic Designer and Illustrator with diverse experience delivering impactful editorial and visual communication projects across print and digital platforms. I have delivered compelling designs for high-profile public campaigns, corporate reports, books, products, sustainability initiatives and educational publications for clients spanning government, NGOs, social enterprises, major corporate and commercial brands. With deep expertise in editorial design, illustration, infographics and branding, I bring an innate ability to tell compelling visual stories that resonate with diverse audiences. I thrive in both collaborative and independent settings, leading projects from brief to delivery while ensuring exceptional design quality, cultural relevance, and alignment with brand objectives.

Rudy Chavarría

I am a versatile and award-winning Graphic Designer and Illustrator with diverse experience delivering impactful editorial and visual communication projects across print and digital platforms. I have delivered compelling designs for high-profile public campaigns, corporate reports, books, products, sustainability initiatives and educational publications for clients spanning government, NGOs, social enterprises, major corporate and commercial brands. With deep expertise in editorial design, illustration, infographics and branding, I bring an innate ability to tell compelling visual stories that resonate with diverse audiences. I thrive in both collaborative and independent settings, leading projects from brief to delivery while ensuring exceptional design quality, cultural relevance, and alignment with brand objectives.

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I am a versatile and award-winning Graphic Designer and Illustrator with diverse experience delivering impactful editorial and visual communication projects across print and digital platforms. I have delivered compelling designs for high-profile public campaigns, corporate reports, books, products, sustainability initiatives and educational publications for clients spanning government, NGOs, social enterprises, major corporate and commercial brands.

With deep expertise in editorial design, illustration, infographics and branding, I bring an innate ability to tell compelling visual stories that resonate with diverse audiences. I thrive in both collaborative and independent settings, leading projects from brief to delivery while ensuring exceptional design quality, cultural relevance, and alignment with brand objectives.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Casual Worker at Adelaide
January 1, 2024 - June 7, 2024
After relocating to Australia, I have been studying English and working in various casual roles to support my transition and gain local experience.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Taller de Edición, Colombia
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024
Designed editorial and graphic design components for community campaigns such as the “Cultura Metro” book for Metro de Medellín, including annual reports for 2022 and 2023, enhancing visual communication and community engagement for a state-owned transportation network.
Graphic Designer and Illustrator (Freelance) at The Amazon Conservation Team, Colombia
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Managed and delivered editorial design and illustrations for a children's birdwatching guide aimed at engaging youth in sustainability and conservation efforts in Putumayo, Colombia.
Graphic Designer and Illustrator (Freelance) at Omega Ingeniería, Colombia
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Provided editorial design, infographics, and graphic design for an educational book on construction and demolition waste management to support sustainability education.
Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Inversiones Macaya S.A.S, Colombia
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Created collage designs for the Fundacion Sura annual report, contributing visual impact to a major social enterprise publication.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Tunel de Oriente, Colombia
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Designed public information campaigns including the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, helping to raise awareness on road safety.
Illustrator and Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Scribe Colombia
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2023
Collaborated annually to develop product lines for stationery and art supplies, creating cover illustrations, endpapers, stickers, dividers and more for the Natural Zoo Collection, boosting product appeal and sales across 12 countries.
Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Área Metropolitana del Valle de Aburrá, Colombia
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Designed multimedia graphic and illustration work for government projects focusing on environmental and social campaigns, digital content for social media and websites, large-format outdoor advertising, brochures, presentations, and branding, including award-winning float design for the 2023 Feria de las Flores.
Senior Graphic Designer, Reviewer & Illustrator at Taller de Edición, Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Led creative projects, managed client relationships, coordinated teams, and produced editorial design and illustrations including award-winning conservation books and corporate publications. Responsible for concept development through to final art delivery and mentoring junior designers.
Junior Graphic Designer at Taller de Edición, Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Assisted senior designers in editorial design projects from concept to print and digital production, focusing on reports, corporate publications, books, and magazines.
Multimedia Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Área Metropolitana del Valle de Aburrá, Colombia
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Engaged with stakeholders to develop designs for print and digital channels; managed multiple concurrent projects, produced digital content for platforms, and contributed to large-format campaigns and branding across the region.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Taller de Edición, Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Graphic design for freelance projects; continued editorial design, infographics and visual communications for diverse clients.

Education

Bachelor of Graphic Design at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana — Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
Diploma in Multiplatform Content Editing at Universidad EAFIT / Taller de Edición — Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
General English Program at ILSC Australia
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Double Diploma, Diploma of Leadership and Management at Greystone Online
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Diploma of Leadership and Management at Greystone Online
January 11, 2030 - December 10, 2025
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Multiplatform Content Editing at Universidad EAFIT / Taller de Edición — Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
General English Program at ILSC Australia
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Double Diploma, Diploma of Leadership and Management at Greystone Online
January 11, 2030 - December 10, 2025

Qualifications

General English Program
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Diploma in Multiplatform Content Editing
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Double Diploma, Diploma of Leadership and Management
January 11, 2030 - July 3, 2025
Diploma of Leadership and Management
January 11, 2030 - July 3, 2025
Bachelor of Graphic Design
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2015
Diploma of Leadership and Management
January 11, 2030 - December 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Government, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Logistics, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Energy & Utilities, Other, Real Estate & Construction