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I’m Federico Méndez Hidalgo, a graphic designer and communications professional with extensive experience shaping visual identities, editorial design, and strategic campaigns for NGOs, public institutions, and education-focused organizations. My work blends creative storytelling with practical print production know-how, prepress workflows, and hands-on project management to deliver compelling outcomes across both digital and print media.
Based in Valencia, I collaborate with diverse teams and communities, valuing empathy, cultural sensitivity, and clear communication. I enjoy turning complex ideas into accessible visuals and campaigns that make a measurable impact, while continually learning new tools and approaches to strengthen storytelling and design delivery.
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Language
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
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German
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Work Experience
Clinic Technology Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Clinic Technology Sales Representative
June 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages and managed commercial travel routes in Asturias, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
Digital Printing Technician at Printing Office – Castellón County Council
December 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025Handled prepress and digital printing processes, including trimming, binding, and folding of books, brochures, and posters for local councils and public institutions in the province of Castellón.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Divulgo Turia
June 1, 2023 - August 4, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages and managed commercial travel routes in Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Extremadura.
Founder & Communications Strategist at Artencurso – Independent Communication Studio
July 1, 2023 - August 4, 2025Designed communication strategies for companies, public institutions, and NGOs; led educational projects on social values such as human rights; and developed communication campaigns focused on empowering refugee women in Spain. Worked with clients including FECCOO, ISCOD, Buñol City Hall, Mislata City Hall, University of Valencia, and Russafart.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Globo de Papel – Communication Studio
October 1, 2018 - August 4, 2025Developed corporate identities, editorial designs, and institutional communication projects. Led creative campaigns for diverse audiences. Clients included Ministry of Social Affairs and Immigration, FEDEMCO, and CEAR.
University Lecturer at ESAT (Escuela Superior de Arte y Tecnología)
December 1, 2015 - August 4, 2025Taught the “Quality Control in Graphic Arts” workshop combining theory and practice, including visits to printing facilities.
Editorial Designer at IPPEX / Brief Editorial, Valencia
July 1, 2015 - August 4, 2025Substitute for maternity leave; taught creative workshops for Erasmus students and covered editorial design and illustration.
Production Director at Miracasa, Crespo Gomar, S.L.
April 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025Coordinated and supervised teams across Design, Logistics, and Advertising at franchise headquarters. Streamlined operations, reduced incidents, and supported company publication growth.
Designer & Layout Artist at Prensa del Mediterráneo
September 1, 2006 - August 4, 2025Produced editorial design, illustrations, and photography for the group’s magazines.
Research Scholarship at Fundación Politécnica, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 2000 - August 4, 2025Contributed to Polivalencia magazine through writing, illustration, and photography. Conducted an impact study on the magazine’s influence in educational centers across the province of Valencia.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Clinic Technology
June 1, 2025 - September 21, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Asturias, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
Digital Printing Technician at Printing Office – Castellón County Council
December 31, 2024 - September 21, 2025Handled prepress and digital printing processes, including trimming, binding, and folding of books, brochures, posters, etc., for local councils and public institutions in the province of Castellón.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Divulgo Turia
June 30, 2023 - September 21, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Extremadura.
Founder & Communications Strategist at Artencurso – Independent Communication Studio
July 31, 2023 - September 21, 2025Designed communication strategies for companies, public institutions, and NGOs. Led educational projects on social values such as human rights, and developed communication campaigns focused on empowering refugee women in Spain. Clients: FECCOO, ISCOD, Buñol City Hall, Mislata City Hall, University of Valencia, Russafart, among others.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Globo de Papel – Independent Communication Studio
October 31, 2018 - September 21, 2025Developed corporate identities, editorial designs, and institutional communication projects. Led creative campaigns for diverse audiences. Clients: Ministry of Social Affairs and Immigration, FEDEMCO, CEAR, among others.
University Lecturer at ESAT (Escuela Superior de Arte y Tecnología)
December 1, 2015 - September 21, 2025Taught the “Quality Control in Graphic Arts” workshop, combining theory and practice, including visits to printing facilities.
Editorial Designer at IPPEX / Brief Editorial, Valencia
July 31, 2015 - September 21, 2025Substitute for maternity leave. Taught creative workshops for Erasmus students and covered editorial design and illustration.
Production Director at Miracasa, Crespo Gomar, S.L.
April 30, 2008 - September 21, 2025Coordinated and supervised teams across Design, Logistics, and Advertising at franchise headquarters. Streamlined operations, reduced incidents, and supported the growth of company publications.
Designer & Layout Artist at Prensa del Mediterráneo
September 30, 2006 - September 21, 2025Produced editorial design, illustrations, and photography for the group’s magazines.
Research Scholar at Fundación Politécnica, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 31, 2000 - September 21, 2025Contributed to Polivalencia magazine through writing, illustration, and photography. Conducted an impact study on the magazine’s influence in educational centers across the province of Valencia.
Sales Representative – Travel at Senior Travel
June 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Asturias, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
Digital Printing Technician at Printing Office – Castellón County Council
December 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025Handled prepress and digital printing processes, including trimming, binding, and folding of books, brochures, posters, etc., for local councils and public institutions in the province of Castellón.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Divulgo Turia
June 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Extremadura.
Founder & Communications Strategist at Artencurso – Independent Communication Studio
July 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025Designed communication strategies for companies, public institutions, and NGOs. Led educational projects on social values such as human rights, and developed communication campaigns focused on empowering refugee women in Spain.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Globo de Papel – Independent Communication Studio
October 1, 2018 - October 10, 2025Developed corporate identities, editorial designs, and institutional communication projects. Led creative campaigns for diverse audiences.
University Lecturer at ESAT (Escuela Superior de Arte y Tecnología)
December 31, 2015 - October 10, 2025Taught the “Quality Control in Graphic Arts” workshop, combining theory and practice, including visits to printing facilities.
Editorial Designer at IPPEX / Brief Editorial, Valencia
July 31, 2015 - October 10, 2025Substitute for maternity leave. Taught creative workshops for Erasmus students and covered editorial design and illustration.
Production Director at Miracasa, Crespo Gomar, S.L.
April 1, 2008 - October 10, 2025Coordinated and supervised teams across Design, Logistics, and Advertising at franchise headquarters. Streamlined operations, reduced incidents, and supported the growth of company publications.
Designer & Layout Artist at Prensa del Mediterráneo
September 1, 2006 - October 10, 2025Produced editorial design, illustrations, and photography for the group’s magazines.
Research Scholarship at Fundación Politécnica, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 2000 - October 10, 2025Contributed to Polivalencia magazine through writing, illustration, and photography. Conducted an impact study on the magazine’s influence in educational centers across the province of Valencia.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Clinic Technology
June 1, 2025 - October 10, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Asturias, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
Digital Printing Technician at Printing Office – Castellón County Council
December 31, 2024 - October 10, 2025Handled prepress and digital printing processes, including trimming, binding, and folding of books, brochures, posters, etc., for local councils and public institutions in the province of Castellón.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Divulgo Turia
June 1, 2023 - October 10, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Extremadura.
Founder & Communications Strategist at Artencurso – Independent Communication Studio
July 31, 2023 - October 10, 2025Designed communication strategies for companies, public institutions, and NGOs. Led educational projects on social values such as human rights, and developed communication campaigns focused on empowering refugee women in Spain. Clients included FECCOO, ISCOD, Buñol City Hall, Mislata City Hall, University of Valencia, Russafart, among others.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Globo de Papel – Independent Communication Studio
October 31, 2018 - October 10, 2025Developed corporate identities, editorial designs, and institutional communication projects. Led creative campaigns for diverse audiences.
University Lecturer at ESAT (Escuela Superior de Arte y Tecnología)
December 31, 2015 - October 10, 2025Taught the 'Quality Control in Graphic Arts' workshop, combining theory and practice, including visits to printing facilities.
Editorial Designer at IPPEX / Brief Editorial, Valencia
July 31, 2015 - October 10, 2025Substitute for maternity leave. Taught creative workshops for Erasmus students and covered editorial design and illustration.
Production Director at Miracasa, Crespo Gomar, S.L.
April 30, 2008 - October 10, 2025Coordinated and supervised teams across Design, Logistics, and Advertising at franchise headquarters. Streamlined operations, reduced incidents, and supported the growth of company publications.
Designer & Layout Artist at Prensa del Mediterráneo
September 30, 2006 - October 10, 2025Produced editorial design, illustrations, and photography for the group’s magazines.
Research Scholarship at Fundación Politécnica, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 31, 2000 - October 10, 2025Contributed to Polivalencia magazine through writing, illustration, and photography. Conducted an impact study on the magazine’s influence in educational centers across the province of Valencia.
University Teaching Experience (Mexico) at La Salle University; Iberoamericana University (León Campus); Anáhuac University
December 31, 2004 - October 10, 2025Taught undergraduate courses in Fundamentals of Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Semiotics, and Traditional Prepress Workshop.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Travel - Senior Travel
June 30, 2025 - October 10, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Asturias, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
Digital Printing Technician at Printing Office – Castellón County Council
December 31, 2024 - October 10, 2025Handled prepress and digital printing processes, including trimming, binding, and folding of books, brochures, posters, etc., for local councils and public institutions in the province of Castellón.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Divulgo Turia
June 30, 2023 - October 10, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Extremadura.
Founder & Communications Strategist at Artencurso – Independent Communication Studio
July 31, 2023 - October 10, 2025Designed communication strategies for companies, public institutions, and NGOs. Led educational projects on social values such as human rights, and developed communication campaigns focused on empowering refugee women in Spain. Clients included FECCOO, ISCOD, Buñol City Hall, Mislata City Hall, University of Valencia, Russafart, among others.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Globo de Papel – Independent Communication Studio
October 31, 2018 - October 10, 2025Developed corporate identities, editorial designs, and institutional communication projects. Led creative campaigns for diverse audiences. Clients included Ministry of Social Affairs and Immigration, FEDEMCO, CEAR, among others.
University Lecturer at ESAT (Escuela Superior de Arte y Tecnología)
December 31, 2015 - October 10, 2025Taught the 'Quality Control in Graphic Arts' workshop.
Editorial Designer at IPPEX / Brief Editorial, Valencia
July 31, 2015 - October 10, 2025Substitute for maternity leave. Taught creative workshops for Erasmus students and covered editorial design and illustration.
Production Director at Miracasa, Crespo Gomar, S.L.
April 30, 2008 - October 10, 2025Coordinated and supervised teams across Design, Logistics, and Advertising at franchise headquarters. Streamlined operations, reduced incidents, and supported the growth of company publications.
Designer & Layout Artist at Prensa del Mediterráneo
September 30, 2006 - October 10, 2025Produced editorial design, illustrations, and photography for the group’s magazines.
Research Scholar at Fundación Politécnica, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 31, 2000 - October 10, 2025Contributed to Polivalencia magazine through writing, illustration, and photography. Conducted an impact study on the magazine’s influence in educational centers across the province of Valencia.
Clinic Technology Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Travel
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Asturias, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
Digital Printing Technician at Printing Office – Castellón County Council
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Handled prepress and digital printing processes, including trimming, binding, and folding of books, brochures, posters, etc., for local councils and public institutions in the province of Castellón.
Sales Representative – Senior Travel at Divulgo Turia
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023Closed sales for organized travel packages. Managed commercial travel routes in Murcia, Castilla-La Mancha, and Extremadura.
Founder & Communications Strategist at Artencurso – Independent Communication Studio
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023Designed communication strategies for companies, public institutions, and NGOs. Led educational projects on social values such as human rights, and developed communication campaigns focused on empowering refugee women in Spain.
Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Globo de Papel – Independent Communication Studio
October 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018Developed corporate identities, editorial designs, and institutional communication projects. Led creative campaigns for diverse audiences.
University Lecturer at ESAT (Escuela Superior de Arte y Tecnología)
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2015Taught the “Quality Control in Graphic Arts” workshop, combining theory and practice, including visits to printing facilities.
Editorial Designer at IPPEX / Brief Editorial, Valencia
July 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015Taught creative workshops for Erasmus students and covered editorial design and illustration.
Production Director at Miracasa, Crespo Gomar, S.L.
April 1, 2008 - April 1, 2008Coordinated and supervised teams across Design, Logistics, and Advertising at franchise headquarters. Streamlined operations, reduced incidents, and supported the growth of company publications.
Designer & Layout Artist at Prensa del Mediterráneo
September 1, 2006 - September 1, 2006Produced editorial design, illustrations, and photography for the group’s magazines.
Research Scholarship at Fundación Politécnica, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Contributed to Polivalencia magazine through writing, illustration, and photography. Conducted an impact study on the magazine’s influence in educational centers across the province of Valencia.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Communication Design at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), Mexico City
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Advanced Studies in Engraving and Printing at Faculty of Fine Arts, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Master's Degree in Secondary Education (coursework and thesis completed, degree pending) at University of Valencia
January 1, 2017 - August 4, 2025Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Communication Design at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), Mexico City
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Advanced Studies in Engraving and Printing at Faculty of Fine Arts, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA) at Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Master’s Degree in Secondary Education at University of Valencia
January 1, 2017 - September 21, 2025Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Communication Design at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), Mexico City
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA) at Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Master’s Degree in Secondary Education at University of Valencia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Communication Design at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), Mexico City
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Advanced Studies in Engraving and Printing at Faculty of Fine Arts, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA) at Universidad Politécnica de Valencia (UPV)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Master’s Degree in Secondary Education at University of Valencia
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Communication Design at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), Mexico City
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Advanced Studies in Engraving and Printing at Faculty of Fine Arts, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA) at Universidad Politécnica de Valencia (UPV)
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025Master’s Degree in Secondary Education (completed, pending certificate) at University of Valencia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 201790-hour certified English for Business Activities at Confederación Empresarial Valenciana
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Communication Design at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), Mexico City
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Advanced Studies in Engraving and Printing at Faculty of Fine Arts, Polytechnic University of Valencia
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA) at Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Master’s Degree in Secondary Education (completed, pending certificate) at University of Valencia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017Qualifications
Driving license: Category B – Own vehicle
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025Professional English for Business Activities - 90-hour certified training course
January 1, 2014 - August 4, 2025Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Master’s Degree in Secondary Education
January 1, 2017 - September 21, 2025Professional English for Business Activities
January 1, 2014 - October 10, 2025Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Communication Design
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994Advanced Studies in Engraving and Printing
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA)
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000Master’s Degree in Secondary Education
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA)
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025Master’s Degree in Secondary Education (completed, pending certificate)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017Driving license: Category B
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 202590-hour Professional English for Business Activities
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Official Certificate of Advanced Studies (DEA)
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Other
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