Hello! I’m Carmen, a Senior Graphic Designer with over 15 years dedicated to building high-impact visual systems for tier-1 brands. I’ve led 360º branding projects, developed technical packaging for major retailers, and steered multi-market editorial design across Europe and LATAM. I enjoy driving creative strategy, coordinating cross-functional teams, and optimizing workflows with AI to deliver on-demand content for international portfolios. In recent years I’ve taken on Creative Leadership roles and led launches from concept to production, creating modular editorial systems and scalable brand assets for clients like Inditex, Mercadona, and Lidl. I’m passionate about robust design systems, collaborative leadership, and continuously refining processes to empower global teams while maintaining a friendly, hands-on approach.

Carmen Calvo Guerrero

Hello! I’m Carmen, a Senior Graphic Designer with over 15 years dedicated to building high-impact visual systems for tier-1 brands. I’ve led 360º branding projects, developed technical packaging for major retailers, and steered multi-market editorial design across Europe and LATAM. I enjoy driving creative strategy, coordinating cross-functional teams, and optimizing workflows with AI to deliver on-demand content for international portfolios. In recent years I’ve taken on Creative Leadership roles and led launches from concept to production, creating modular editorial systems and scalable brand assets for clients like Inditex, Mercadona, and Lidl. I’m passionate about robust design systems, collaborative leadership, and continuously refining processes to empower global teams while maintaining a friendly, hands-on approach.

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Hello! I’m Carmen, a Senior Graphic Designer with over 15 years dedicated to building high-impact visual systems for tier-1 brands. I’ve led 360º branding projects, developed technical packaging for major retailers, and steered multi-market editorial design across Europe and LATAM. I enjoy driving creative strategy, coordinating cross-functional teams, and optimizing workflows with AI to deliver on-demand content for international portfolios.

In recent years I’ve taken on Creative Leadership roles and led launches from concept to production, creating modular editorial systems and scalable brand assets for clients like Inditex, Mercadona, and Lidl. I’m passionate about robust design systems, collaborative leadership, and continuously refining processes to empower global teams while maintaining a friendly, hands-on approach.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Portuguese
Advanced

Work Experience

Colaboradora Creativa Senior (Diseño On Demand) at EXTE
January 1, 2022 - Present
Diseño y ejecución de contenido gráfico, editorial e interactivo para porfolios globales como Visa, L'Oréal, BBVA, entre otros. Adaptación de campañas de marketing online a múltiples mercados y formatos digitales.
Fundadora y Directora de Arte at COOLTHELØØP
January 1, 2022 - Present
Creación de identidades visuales completas para marcas emergentes y negocios digitales. Implementación de flujos de trabajo con IA para optimizar tiempos de producción gráfica.
Líder Creativo y Dirección de Arte at CL Grupo Industrial
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Liderazgo creativo de lanzamientos 360º para marcas de joyería y cosmética sostenible. Desarrollo de sistemas editoriales modulares y diseño completo de packaging.
Diseñadora Gráfica y Expositiva at Reinasdecorazones
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2017
Diseño y ejecución de proyectos de museografía, señalética y exposiciones temporales en España, Portugal, República Dominicana y Maldivas.
Senior Creative Collaborator (On-Demand Design) at EXTE
January 1, 2022 - Present
Execution and design of graphic, editorial, and interactive content (COD) for global 'Tier-1' brands. Project management for key portfolios: Visa, L'Oréal (Maybelline, Lancôme), BBVA, Iberdrola, Lexus, Ford, Lego, and Merck.
Founder / Creative Lead at COOLTHELØØP
January 1, 2022 - Present
Strategic design for emerging brands, implementing AI workflows to optimize costs and democratize global design standards.
Creative Leadership & Art Direction at CL GRUPO INDUSTRIAL
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Creative Leadership (CAMAL ECOSYSTEM): Led the 360º launch from scratch of new sustainable cosmetics and jewelry brands. Art Direction & Editorial Design (CRISTIAN LAY): Created and managed modular editorial systems for catalogs, enabling efficient replication for international markets in Europe, Africa, and LATAM. Packaging Design & Development (PERSEIDA BELLEZA): Managed complete packaging design and development cycle for Tier-1 clients in retail (Inditex, Mercadona, Lidl).
Graphic and Exhibition Designer at REINADECORAZONES
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2017
Design and execution of sequential, museographic, and exhibition design projects in Spain, Portugal, the Dominican Republic, and the Maldives.

Education

Máster en Diseño y Dirección de Arte at ESdesign Barcelona
January 1, 2022 - December 16, 2025
Técnico Superior en Diseño y Producción Editorial at IES Rodríguez Moñino / Aftasí
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Diplomada en Comunicación y Comercio Electrónico at ITAE Business School
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Master's in Design and Art Direction at ESdesign Barcelona
January 11, 2030 - June 6, 2026
Advanced Diploma in Editorial Design and Production at IES R. Aftasí
January 11, 2030 - June 6, 2026
Diploma in Communication and E-Commerce at ITAE Business School
January 11, 2030 - June 6, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other