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I'm Rafael Acosta, an Industrial Designer focused on turning brands into tangible, immersive experiences through 3D modeling, rendering, and thoughtful production strategies. Over the past years I’ve led LATAM design initiatives at HH Global and worked with global brands like Nestlé and Coca-Cola across Europe, North America, and Latin America. I thrive on shaping both the look and the feasibility of products, from concept through cost-aware production, and I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hyper-real visuals and tangible results. Open to relocation and excited to bring my experience in 3D visualization, design leadership, and packaging/retail experiences to new challenges.…I'm Rafael Acosta, an Industrial Designer focused on turning brands into tangible, immersive experiences through 3D modeling, rendering, and thoughtful production strategies. Over the past years I’ve led LATAM design initiatives at HH Global and worked with global brands like Nestlé and Coca-Cola across Europe, North America, and Latin America. I thrive on shaping both the look and the feasibility of products, from concept through cost-aware production, and I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hyper-real visuals and tangible results. Open to relocation and excited to bring my experience in 3D visualization, design leadership, and packaging/retail experiences to new challenges.

Rafael Acosta

Designer, Creative Director, 3D Designer, +4

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I'm Rafael Acosta, an Industrial Designer focused on turning brands into tangible, immersive experiences through 3D modeling, rendering, and thoughtful production strategies. Over the past years I’ve led LATAM design initiatives at HH Global and worked with global brands like Nestlé and Coca-Cola across Europe, North America, and Latin America. I thrive on shaping both the look and the feasibility of products, from concept through cost-aware production, and I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hyper-real visuals and tangible results. Open to relocation and excited to bring my experience in 3D visualization, design leadership, and packaging/retail experiences to new challenges.…I'm Rafael Acosta, an Industrial Designer focused on turning brands into tangible, immersive experiences through 3D modeling, rendering, and thoughtful production strategies. Over the past years I’ve led LATAM design initiatives at HH Global and worked with global brands like Nestlé and Coca-Cola across Europe, North America, and Latin America. I thrive on shaping both the look and the feasibility of products, from concept through cost-aware production, and I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hyper-real visuals and tangible results. Open to relocation and excited to bring my experience in 3D visualization, design leadership, and packaging/retail experiences to new challenges.

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I’m Rafael Acosta, an Industrial Designer focused on turning brands into tangible, immersive experiences through 3D modeling, rendering, and thoughtful production strategies. Over the past years I’ve led LATAM design initiatives at HH Global and worked with global brands like Nestlé and Coca-Cola across Europe, North America, and Latin America. I thrive on shaping both the look and the feasibility of products, from concept through cost-aware production, and I love collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hyper-real visuals and tangible results. Open to relocation and excited to bring my experience in 3D visualization, design leadership, and packaging/retail experiences to new challenges.

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Spanish; Castilian

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Work Experience

Design Lead LATAM at HH Global

December 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024

Led design strategy and a team of 6 Industrial Designers across LATAM for marketing and advertising services. Designed packaging, immersive experiences, and high-quality 3D models and renderings for global clients including Nestle, Coca-Cola, P&G, and others across diverse markets. Integrated 3D modeling, rendering, and costing into workflows to boost visualization, accuracy, and cost-efficiency. Delivered hyper-realistic visualizations and virtual tours for brand activations, accelerating client approvals and reducing revisions. Achieved 25% cost reductions on multiple projects through strategic material choices and manufacturing expertise.

Industrial Designer at Adare International

December 1, 2018 - December 1, 2022

Led creation of in-store POSM (Point-of-Sale Materials) including 3D-rendered displays and custom fixtures for various retail environments across LATAM, serving clients like Nestlé, Coca-Cola, and P&G. Managed full design lifecycle from concept to production, ensuring feasibility and alignment with cost and timelines. Created Bill of Materials for resource management and drove redesigns focused on enhancing product usability and reducing production complexity. Improved product performance and achieved cost-efficiency improvements of 25% through material expertise and design strategies.

Senior Industrial Designer at Movil Evolution

March 1, 2018 - November 30, 2018

Led creative development of stands and brand campaigns for brands such as Alfa Romeo, Bayer, and PepsiCo. Created detailed 3D models to communicate complex concepts and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery. Optimized models and animations for efficient rendering while adhering to technical constraints. Developed realistic textures and materials with accurate UV mapping to enhance model fidelity.

Retail Space Engineer at DIAM Group Retail & Merch Solutions

September 1, 2016 - February 28, 2018

Led creation of detailed 3D and 2D models tailored to luxury retail clients such as Giorgio Armani, Tom Ford, and Estée Lauder. Supported shopfitting project execution by coordinating with production teams, fabricators, and installers to ensure smooth integration and high quality within timelines. Delivered accurate production drawings and enhanced stakeholder visualization.

Design Lead LAT AM at HH Global

April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Led LATAM design strategy and a team of 6 Industrial Designers, delivering 100+ designs across Europe, the USA, and Latin America. Integrated 3D modeling, rendering, and costing drawings into the workflow to improve visualization, accuracy, and cost-efficiency. Drove redesign efforts to enhance functionality, efficiency, and aesthetics, and developed hyper-realistic visualizations and virtual tours to accelerate approvals and boost client confidence. Achieved significant cost reductions through smart material choices and manufacturing insights.

Industrial Designer at Adare International

December 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Led the creation of in-store POSM with 3D renders and custom fixtures, ensuring strict brand guideline adherence while adding shopper value. Managed the full design lifecycle from concept to production, created BOMs, and supported multi-market feasibility. Redesign efforts improved product efficiency and production simplicity, contributing to cost savings across Nestlé, Coca-Cola, AB-InBev, BAT, and P&G.

Senior Industrial Designer at Movil Evolution

November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018

Spearheaded the creative development of stands and brand campaigns for Alfa Romeo, Bayer, and PepsiCo, supported by detailed 3D models. Managed projects from concept through execution in cross-functional teams, optimized models for efficient rendering, and produced realistic textures and materials for accurate visualization.

Retail Space Engineer at DIAM Group Retail & Merch Solutions

February 1, 2018 - February 1, 2018

Led the creation of highly detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for luxury retail environments, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and spatial requirements. Supported end-to-end shopfitting by coordinating with production teams, fabricators, and installers to meet tight timelines and quality benchmarks. Produced precise 2D drawings for production and detailed 3D visualizations for stakeholders.