Hello! I'm a senior Graphic and UX Designer with over ten years of experience delivering branding, digital products, and large-scale public campaigns across government, corporate, and creative sectors. With a strong foundation in visual communication and user-centred design, I have led multidisciplinary teams, collaborated closely with stakeholders, and consistently translated complex objectives into clear, effective design solutions. My background spans branding, editorial, digital interfaces, and campaign design, supported by advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and modern prototyping workflows. Originally trained as a graphic designer and complemented by formal education in UX design and business. Now based in Dublin, I combine international experience with a strong understanding of the Irish professional environment. I am fluent in Spanish and English, and I am driven by a continuous curiosity for design, technology, and culture, maintaining an active freelance practice alongside my professional roles to further refine my craft and explore new creative challenges. Employment and project experience Design Manager – Government of Nuevo Leon | Monterrey, Mexico. 2015 User Interface Designer (UX) – The Blue People | Monterrey, Mexico. 2014 Senior Graphic Designer – Government of Tamaulipas 2011 Graphic Designer – Cinergia Films 2010

Misael Castillo

Hello! I'm a senior Graphic and UX Designer with over ten years of experience delivering branding, digital products, and large-scale public campaigns across government, corporate, and creative sectors. With a strong foundation in visual communication and user-centred design, I have led multidisciplinary teams, collaborated closely with stakeholders, and consistently translated complex objectives into clear, effective design solutions. My background spans branding, editorial, digital interfaces, and campaign design, supported by advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and modern prototyping workflows. Originally trained as a graphic designer and complemented by formal education in UX design and business. Now based in Dublin, I combine international experience with a strong understanding of the Irish professional environment. I am fluent in Spanish and English, and I am driven by a continuous curiosity for design, technology, and culture, maintaining an active freelance practice alongside my professional roles to further refine my craft and explore new creative challenges. Employment and project experience Design Manager – Government of Nuevo Leon | Monterrey, Mexico. 2015 User Interface Designer (UX) – The Blue People | Monterrey, Mexico. 2014 Senior Graphic Designer – Government of Tamaulipas 2011 Graphic Designer – Cinergia Films 2010

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Hello! I’m a senior Graphic and UX Designer with over ten years of experience delivering branding, digital products, and large-scale public campaigns across government, corporate, and creative sectors. With a strong foundation in visual communication and user-centred design, I have led multidisciplinary teams, collaborated closely with stakeholders, and consistently translated complex objectives into clear, effective design solutions.

My background spans branding, editorial, digital interfaces, and campaign design, supported by advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and modern prototyping workflows.

Originally trained as a graphic designer and complemented by formal education in UX design and business. Now based in Dublin, I combine international experience with a strong understanding of the Irish professional environment. I am fluent in Spanish and English, and I am driven by a continuous curiosity for design, technology, and culture, maintaining an active freelance practice alongside my professional roles to further refine my craft and explore new creative challenges.

Employment and project experience
Design Manager – Government of Nuevo Leon | Monterrey, Mexico. 2015
User Interface Designer (UX) – The Blue People | Monterrey, Mexico. 2014
Senior Graphic Designer – Government of Tamaulipas 2011
Graphic Designer – Cinergia Films 2010

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Manager at Government of Nuevo Leon
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025
Managed a team of 5 designers to develop campaigns focused on culture, health, safety, and public policy. Delivered presentations to government cabinet members; secured approvals on over 90% of proposals on first presentation. Coordinated with print providers, ensuring best prices and premium quality.
User Interface Designer (UX) at The Blue People
January 1, 2015 - October 16, 2025
Designed UX graphics and prototypes for responsive apps and websites. Collaborated with software engineers to implement optimized multi-device layouts. Improved app usability through structured, performance-optimized visual assets.
Senior Graphic Designer at Government of Tamaulipas
January 1, 2014 - October 16, 2025
Created nationwide campaigns, institutional branding, and editorial design (booklets, reports). Delivered engaging presentations and visual materials for the communications department.
Graphic Designer at Cinergia Films
January 1, 2010 - October 16, 2025
Designed graphics for video editing, logos, and information visuals. Assisted in film production and photo shoots; executed advanced photo retouching.
Retail & Customer Service Roles at Dunnes Stores, Lighthouse Cinema & Phoenix Park Café
January 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Supported customer needs, merchandising, sales, events, and hospitality across multiple Dublin locations. Gained valuable interpersonal and organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
Retail Assistant at Dunnes Stores Blanchardstown
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Gained customer service experience in a busy retail environment, maintaining store presentation and assisting customers.
Front of House Assistant at Lighthouse Cinema
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Handled ticketing and customer service in Smithfield cinema, contributing to a positive audience experience.
Retail Assistant at Dunnes Stores Blanchardstown
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Maintained store stock levels and visual merchandising following brand standards.
Design Manager at Government of Nuevo Leon
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Coordinated a group of five designers for cultural, health, safety and governmental campaigns; produced print and digital assets and presented graphics for cabinet approval.
User Interface Designer (UX) at The Blue People
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Designed user interfaces for apps and websites; collaborated with software engineers to optimize graphics for responsive layouts; created logos, information graphs and lower thirds for video.

Education

Diploma in UX Design at UCD
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
NFQ Level 7 Certificate, Bachelor of Business at Dorset College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Certificate, English C1 at Dorset College / Oxford House
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's Degree, Graphic Design at La Salle University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Diploma UX Design at UCD Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Bachelor Degree Graphic Design at La Salle University, Victoria, Tamaulipas, Mexico
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Level C1 Certificate IELTS English at Dorset College / Oxford House, Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
NFQ Level 7 Certificate, Bachelor of Business at Dorset College Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

IELTS C1 Certificate
January 1, 2017 - January 20, 2026
NFQ Level 7 Certificate, Bachelor of Business
January 1, 2019 - January 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Software & Internet