I am a multidisciplinary professional transitioning from education to user-centered design. With over 10 years of experience in graphic design, content creation, and fostering inclusive educational environments, I am currently completing the Google UX Design Certificate. I combine strategic thinking with empathy, design, and storytelling to create impactful marketing and digital experiences. I continuously strive to learn every day, bringing a fast-learner mindset and a passion for creating intuitive and engaging digital products. My background blends creativity and education, allowing me to design meaningful solutions that consider diverse user needs.

Zarela Castro

I am a multidisciplinary professional transitioning from education to user-centered design. With over 10 years of experience in graphic design, content creation, and fostering inclusive educational environments, I am currently completing the Google UX Design Certificate. I combine strategic thinking with empathy, design, and storytelling to create impactful marketing and digital experiences. I continuously strive to learn every day, bringing a fast-learner mindset and a passion for creating intuitive and engaging digital products. My background blends creativity and education, allowing me to design meaningful solutions that consider diverse user needs.

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I am a multidisciplinary professional transitioning from education to user-centered design. With over 10 years of experience in graphic design, content creation, and fostering inclusive educational environments, I am currently completing the Google UX Design Certificate. I combine strategic thinking with empathy, design, and storytelling to create impactful marketing and digital experiences.

I continuously strive to learn every day, bringing a fast-learner mindset and a passion for creating intuitive and engaging digital products. My background blends creativity and education, allowing me to design meaningful solutions that consider diverse user needs.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Icelandic
Intermediate

Work Experience

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Education

UX Design at Coursera Google
January 1, 2025 - May 24, 2025
MA International Studies in Education at University of Iceland
August 18, 2025 - December 31, 2025
BA International Studies in Education at University of Iceland
August 20, 2015 - May 30, 2018
Graphic Publicity Design at Instituto Peruano de Publicidad
April 3, 1995 - December 17, 1998
Fashion Design (Perú) at Cchio Lecca
March 15, 2010 - February 17, 2011

Qualifications

Google UX Design Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Coursera | Google Career Certificates
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Various workshops and trainings on ADHD, Social Anxiety, and related topics
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Master's Degree Education Studies
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Google UX Design Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Understanding High Functioning Depression
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Understanding Social Anxiety
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Understanding ADHD
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Supporting Anxious Children & Teaching Self Regulation Skills
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Girls with ADHD
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025

Industry Experience

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