I’m a senior multi-disciplinary creative designer focused on building strong, on-brand digital and interactive experiences—from concept and strategy through production and delivery. I’ve led and guided creative teams across branding, graphic design, UI/UX work, and design development, while ensuring consistent quality and effective results across multiple projects and industries. I’m energized by turning marketing objectives into clear creative concepts and by collaborating with stakeholders to shape content and visual styles for new features. From leading design for product packaging and marketing in the food industry to creative direction in resorts and freelance UI/UIX work, I bring a structured, project-driven approach that balances creativity, process, and successful execution.

Gustavo M. Lobarinhas

I’m a senior multi-disciplinary creative designer focused on building strong, on-brand digital and interactive experiences—from concept and strategy through production and delivery. I’ve led and guided creative teams across branding, graphic design, UI/UX work, and design development, while ensuring consistent quality and effective results across multiple projects and industries. I’m energized by turning marketing objectives into clear creative concepts and by collaborating with stakeholders to shape content and visual styles for new features. From leading design for product packaging and marketing in the food industry to creative direction in resorts and freelance UI/UIX work, I bring a structured, project-driven approach that balances creativity, process, and successful execution.

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I’m a senior multi-disciplinary creative designer focused on building strong, on-brand digital and interactive experiences—from concept and strategy through production and delivery. I’ve led and guided creative teams across branding, graphic design, UI/UX work, and design development, while ensuring consistent quality and effective results across multiple projects and industries.

I’m energized by turning marketing objectives into clear creative concepts and by collaborating with stakeholders to shape content and visual styles for new features. From leading design for product packaging and marketing in the food industry to creative direction in resorts and freelance UI/UIX work, I bring a structured, project-driven approach that balances creativity, process, and successful execution.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Designer at Freelancer
January 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance work supporting creative and design needs across digital and interactive experiences, contributing to projects that require concept development and production-ready design deliverables.
Creative Designer at Earth Cafe - Down to Earth
May 1, 2018 - September 1, 2019
Worked as a Creative Designer and handled UX/UI design responsibilities. Supported the creative process for multiple projects at once, maintaining consistent quality and effectiveness across different company needs.
Associate Creative Designer at Mövenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives
June 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Collaborated on a contract project with Surya Architects to develop design solutions for implementing a large bamboo structure at Maldives Golf. Conducted needfinding with stakeholders to create architecture schema and content strategy, and led a team to develop engaging sketches, flow diagrams, wireframes, and mockups.
Creative Director & Designer
June 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Generated and delivered strong creative concepts from conception to completion aligned with marketing objectives. Oversaw design and branding/visual styles for new features, created presentation and print materials for marketing and sales teams, and guided social media content strategy. Managed and coached creative services staff including copywriters, designers, and proofreaders, ensuring an organized creative process across multiple projects.
Packaging Designer at Santa Edwiges Food Industry
April 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016
Led a team of designers and art directors to develop new product features and overhaul visual design for products and marketing. Coordinated follow-up with the industrial production line to ensure optimal results. Implemented creative design concepts under budget constraints by achieving cost savings in tooling, and created both 2D and 3D design concepts for product and service portfolios.

Education

Bachelor of Graphic Design at Universidade Belas Artes de São Paulo
February 1, 2003 - November 1, 2008

Qualifications

Google UX Design Professional Certificate
August 1, 2022 - August 30, 2026
Project Planning and Management with an emphasis on PMI
June 1, 2016 - August 30, 2026
Training Course in Graphic Production
May 1, 2007 - August 30, 2026
Certified Professional Autodesk 3ds Max
June 1, 2013 - August 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Manufacturing