Hi, I'm Jimena Alejandra Borboa Parra, also known as Mena Bo. I'm an illustrator and designer based in Mexico City with a passion for creating compelling visual stories. I've worked independently as well as in collaborative environments, and I love exploring new trends and techniques in design and illustration. With a background in product and industrial design, along with teaching roles, I enjoy sharing knowledge and inspiring others in design and visual communication. When I'm not working, you might find me practicing Kung Fu, traveling, or sipping on lots of coffee.…

Jimena Alejandra Borboa Parra

Hi, I'm Jimena Alejandra Borboa Parra, also known as Mena Bo. I'm an illustrator and designer based in Mexico City with a passion for creating compelling visual stories. I've worked independently as well as in collaborative environments, and I love exploring new trends and techniques in design and illustration. With a background in product and industrial design, along with teaching roles, I enjoy sharing knowledge and inspiring others in design and visual communication. When I'm not working, you might find me practicing Kung Fu, traveling, or sipping on lots of coffee.…

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Hi, I’m Jimena Alejandra Borboa Parra, also known as Mena Bo. I’m an illustrator and designer based in Mexico City with a passion for creating compelling visual stories. I’ve worked independently as well as in collaborative environments, and I love exploring new trends and techniques in design and illustration.

With a background in product and industrial design, along with teaching roles, I enjoy sharing knowledge and inspiring others in design and visual communication. When I’m not working, you might find me practicing Kung Fu, traveling, or sipping on lots of coffee.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Docente de Diseño y Comunicación Visual at Coco School
December 31, 2022 - June 28, 2024
Teaching design and visual communication concepts, guiding students through creative processes and visual storytelling techniques.
Presidenta de colectivo de ilustración at Sociedad de Tinta
January 1, 2020 - Present
Leading an illustration collective, managing projects and initiatives to support and promote illustrators.
Ilustradora y Diseñadora independiente at MENA BO
January 1, 2014 - Present
Creating original illustrations and designs independently for various publications and projects.
Investigadora de tendencias at AIJU
December 31, 2013 - July 31, 2025
Research and design work focused on trends analysis and innovation.
Investigación y diseño at UNAM
December 31, 2012 - July 31, 2025
Conducting investigative projects and design research.
Profesora de dibujo y diseño at BRAINLUNCH
January 1, 2011 - Present
Teaching drawing and design courses.
Diseñadora at ARTEYMEDIA
December 28, 2011 - July 28, 2025
Design work on various projects within the company.

Education

Master's Degree at CEU Cardenal Herrera, España
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Bachelor's Degree at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Beca del CONACYT para maestría
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025
Premio a la excelencia / Prácticas y Servicio Social UNAM
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025
Selección oficial/ UNAM / CONEDI
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025
Finalista Dimueble
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
2ndo Diseño de Postal/ Servicios a la comunidad Estudiantil UNAM / “Día de Muertos”
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025
1er lugar - Diseño / DGSE UNAM/ Tema: Derechos Civiles
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet
    "Históricas" Comic book

    Comic book about Mexican historic women.

    There are lives that deserve to be remembered and stories that deserve to be told. If no one tells them — did they ever truly exist? The intention of this project is to bring back to life the heroines of our history. Their longings and ideals ended up altering the course of Mexico.

    The book Históricas includes three comic stories that narrate the lives of outstanding Mexican women: Leona Vicario, Juana Belén Gutiérrez de Mendoza, and Amelia Robles Ávila. Each story is between 16 and 24 pages long, complemented with fun facts and images that document different stages of Mexico’s history.

    Research, script, illustration, and editing by Mena Bo.

    Esto es lo que somos
    llustrations for Discovery Channel Latin America documentary series sponsored by Nissan. Each chapter has an illustration that exemplifies the theme of the episode, including technology, safety, innovation and sustainability. For this project I used a mixed technique, which I commonly use in my comics. With traditional illustration and ink, adding color digitally. illustrator…
    Mexican Goddesses: A Universe of Color
    Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Mexican goddesses with “Mexican Goddesses: A Universe of Color.” This coloring book invites you to explore the rich mythology and fascinating stories of the goddesses from the ancient Mexica civilization. From Coatlicue, the goddess of the earth and mother of all gods, to Xochiquetzal, the deity of beauty and love, each page offers a detailed artwork ready to come to life with your creativity. Perfect for adults and children alike, this book is a celebration of divine feminine power and an opportunity to relax and learn about an ancient culture through art and color. graphicdesigner illustrator…
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    This comic was first published in 2017. Now, it is back with new illustrations while preserving its surrealist essence and mystery. Follow Soona and Coyote on a unique adventure in a timeless place where physical trials blend with mental challenges. Here, nothing is as it seems, and the path is filled with surprises. illustrator designer graphicdesigner…
    Curl cave
    Brand development from the visual concept to the web design, passing through the packaging design. “The first-ever black-owned on-demand travel-sized clean hair care for locked and natural hair.” The two C’s come from the brands name Curl Cave. And they represent curls made of hairs in an abstract representation. The infinite form works perfectly to enclose the composition. This kind of geometric forms are timeless and ideal for logo design. graphicdesigner illustrator branding designer…
    History is female
    This coloring book is a collection of outstanding women who have changed history just by being themselves. They challenged their status quo, they were adventurous, courageous, smart, interesting but must of all they were real. Use this book to color their amazing stories and get inspired to create your own.This is my third coloring book and the first in two languages. This time I present 40 incredible women without whom the world wouldn’t be as it is. It is important as well as interesting to know their stories and it is even better to learn from them in a fun way. You will find women from every epoch and part of the world. They have all sorts of professions an ideals. Maybe you know some of them, but some other will surely surprise you. illustrator graphicdesigner designer…