Highly motivated Integrated Designer dedicated to leveraging visual communication for positive social change across diverse organizations. Expertise in crafting high-quality design solutions from initial concept to execution, specializing in Editorial Design, Branding, WordPress, Interactive Experiences and UX/UI.

Nikolas Cepeda

Highly motivated Integrated Designer dedicated to leveraging visual communication for positive social change across diverse organizations. Expertise in crafting high-quality design solutions from initial concept to execution, specializing in Editorial Design, Branding, WordPress, Interactive Experiences and UX/UI.

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Highly motivated Integrated Designer dedicated to leveraging visual communication for positive social change across diverse organizations.

Expertise in crafting high-quality design solutions from initial concept to execution, specializing in Editorial Design, Branding, WordPress, Interactive Experiences and UX/UI.

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Language

German
Intermediate
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer at CLEARROAD
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led UX/UI design initiatives, focusing on enhancing user experience and interface functionality. Managed the development and maintenance of web design structures. Provided comprehensive general graphic design support across various organizational needs.
Art Director at Nemesis Fortuna Music Label
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Directed cover art design, managing the visual identity of the music label in over 100 releases. Conducted technical data processing for digital content distribution platforms ensuring delivery success. Managed and executed audio creation and production for label projects.
Web Designer at Heinrich Böll Stiftung Bogotá
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Executed the highly experimental design, layout and management of the Aleteea Webpage in conjunction with Fundación Atempo for the empowerment of women at risk of violence or abuse. Kept the site updated yearly through CMS. Delivered specialized Illustration, infographics and web work to support the foundation’s strategic goals.
Graphic Designer at Conservación Internacional
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Directed the design and layout for a wide variety of illustrations, graphics, and editorial pieces. Ensured high-quality visual execution across major conservation and social campaigns.
Art Director at Symphonic Distribution
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Directed cover art design, managing the visual identity of specific sublabels. Executed necessary design and audio production tasks for specific label projects and media distribution. Managed and executed content approval of over 10,000 releases for distribution to large DSPs.
Designer at Fedepalma
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Executed design and layout of digital books for key organizational publications. Performed specialized web work and design tasks to support digital communication efforts.
Web Designer at Teatro Julio Mario Santodomingo
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Executed design and layout for printed and digital book projects. Designed and executed an interactive website to interest young population to go to theater.
Graphic Designer at ICDL Colombia & MINTIC
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Designed and laid out various graphic pieces, from branding, editorial publications, illustration, clothing to social media and banner graphics for a nation-wide project in collaboration with the Colombia Ministry of Technology to ease the use of internet and technology in at risk or forgotten rural populations.
Graphic Designer at Rafael Poveda Televisión
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Designed and laid out various graphic pieces for the complete overhaul of the Comptroller General of the Republic of Colombia internal communication, these include, editorial publication, banner and social media graphics, motion design and branding.
Graphic Designer at Kidsave Colombia
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Directed the design and layout for a variety of editorial and graphic pieces, including illustrations and infographics, supporting the organization’s mission of delivering/easing the adoption of unwanted Colombian children to European families that want to take care of them.
Editorial Designer at El Espectador
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Executed layout and design of brochures and books for the editorial department.

Education

Professional bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design at Universidad de Bogotá Jorge Tadeo Lozano
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Master’s degree in Integrated Design at Hochschule Anhalt
September 25, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Master’s degree in Integrated Design at Hochschule Anhalt
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Master's degree in Integrated Design
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

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