Creative Director and Graphic Designer specializing in visual communication, editorial design, branding, and information design. With 7+ years of experience, I lead art direction and editorial systems, crafting visual identities and digital campaigns that combine strategy with strong execution. I’m also one of the founders of LISA, a two-person independent design studio focused on how visual communication can create meaningful narratives and experiences. My background in journalism strengthens my storytelling and communication approach, and I’m bilingual in English and Spanish.…

Tamara Machuca Samuel

Creative Director and Graphic Designer specializing in visual communication, editorial design, branding, and information design. With 7+ years of experience, I lead art direction and editorial systems, crafting visual identities and digital campaigns that combine strategy with strong execution. I’m also one of the founders of LISA, a two-person independent design studio focused on how visual communication can create meaningful narratives and experiences. My background in journalism strengthens my storytelling and communication approach, and I’m bilingual in English and Spanish.…

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Creative Director and Graphic Designer specializing in visual communication, editorial design, branding, and information design. With 7+ years of experience, I lead art direction and editorial systems, crafting visual identities and digital campaigns that combine strategy with strong execution.

I’m also one of the founders of LISA, a two-person independent design studio focused on how visual communication can create meaningful narratives and experiences. My background in journalism strengthens my storytelling and communication approach, and I’m bilingual in English and Spanish.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at LISA
September 1, 2023 - Present
Founded and lead LISA, an independent design studio creating visual communication systems and narratives. Develop visual identities and editorial/digital experiences focused on clarity, strategy, and strong visual execution.
Art Director at Freepik Company
August 1, 2019 - November 1, 2024
Art direction for digital audiences, overseeing visual communication efforts aligned with branding and editorial design approaches. Lead creative direction across campaigns and design systems for digital products.
Graphic Designer at Freepik Company
February 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Designed visual materials supporting digital products and communications, contributing to branding and editorial-style layouts for web and campaign use.

Education

Master’s Degree in Editorial Design & Digital Publications at Gauss Multimedia
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Master’s Degree in Graphic Design & Prepress at Gauss Multimedia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism at University of Seville
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Retail
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