I'm a graphic/product designer with a degree in Design from UFPE, focused on visual identity, editorial layouts, and illustration for band visuals, t-shirts, social media, and multi-platform formats. I blend creativity with practical branding to deliver cohesive identities across print and digital channels. I’m passionate about music, skateboarding, and crafting brands for bands. I love exploring new ideas, always aiming to bring bold, refreshing concepts to every project, and I’m driven to keep learning and growing as a designer.

Carlos J. Souza

I'm a graphic/product designer with a degree in Design from UFPE, focused on visual identity, editorial layouts, and illustration for band visuals, t-shirts, social media, and multi-platform formats. I blend creativity with practical branding to deliver cohesive identities across print and digital channels. I’m passionate about music, skateboarding, and crafting brands for bands. I love exploring new ideas, always aiming to bring bold, refreshing concepts to every project, and I’m driven to keep learning and growing as a designer.

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I’m a graphic/product designer with a degree in Design from UFPE, focused on visual identity, editorial layouts, and illustration for band visuals, t-shirts, social media, and multi-platform formats. I blend creativity with practical branding to deliver cohesive identities across print and digital channels.

I’m passionate about music, skateboarding, and crafting brands for bands. I love exploring new ideas, always aiming to bring bold, refreshing concepts to every project, and I’m driven to keep learning and growing as a designer.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at SOONORA
January 1, 2011 - Present
Visual identity creation, graphic projects both online and offline, social media management, book and magazine layout, and illustration contributions.
Designer at ITSOO LTD
March 31, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Visual identity and brand management for medium and large companies.
Designer at Agência Confraria
August 31, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Design creation for various needs, both online and offline.
Produtor Editorial at Editora Appris
March 31, 2021 - July 16, 2025
Editorial production of book projects, collaboration with authors, finalization, and preparation of files for printing.
Designer gráfico at Fun Idiomas
March 31, 2020 - July 16, 2025
Visual identity, printed graphic projects, brand management, and social media management.
Designer gráfico at SELFIT Academias
July 31, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Brand management and creation for national campaign advertising. Responsible for executing all graphic projects.
Designer gráfico at Up Ideias Comunicacao E Eventos
July 31, 2016 - July 16, 2025
Redesign of small advertising pieces.
Designer gráfico freelancer at Dupla Comunicação
July 31, 2015 - July 16, 2025
Layout of advertising pieces, creation of conference presentations, and graphic design of Fecomércio magazine during the period.
Designer assistente at Prefeitura da Cidade do Recife
January 31, 2011 - July 16, 2025
Creation of visual projects for public and private events, advertising creation, and layout of small internal pieces.
Designer gráfico at MiraiMidia
February 28, 2010 - July 16, 2025
Visual identity projects and editing of periodicals and school books.
Freelance Designer at SOONORA
January 1, 2011 - Present
Visual identity, creation of graphic projects on and offline, social media management, book and magazine layout, and illustration.
Designer at ITSOO LTD
March 31, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Visual identity and brand management for medium and large companies.
Designer at Agência Confraria
August 31, 2022 - July 16, 2025
Creation for all necessary areas, both online and offline.
Produtor Editorial at Editora Appris
March 31, 2021 - July 16, 2025
Editorial production of book projects, author coordination, finalization and preparation of files for printing.
Designer gráfico at Fun Idiomas
March 31, 2020 - July 16, 2025
Visual identity, print graphic projects, brand and social media management.
Designer gráfico at SELFIT Academias
July 31, 2017 - July 16, 2025
Brand management and creation for national advertising campaigns. Responsible for executing all graphic projects during this period.
Designer gráfico at Up Ideias Comunicacao E Eventos
July 31, 2016 - July 16, 2025
Redesign of small advertising pieces.
Designer gráfico freelancer at Dupla Comunicação
July 31, 2015 - July 16, 2025
Layout of advertising pieces, creation of conference presentations, graphic project for Fecomércio magazine during this period.
Designer assistente at Prefeitura da Cidade do Recife
January 31, 2011 - July 16, 2025
Creation of visual projects for public and private events, advertising creation, and layout of small internal pieces.
Designer gráfico at MiraiMidia
February 28, 2010 - July 16, 2025
Visual identity project and editing of periodicals and educational books.
Freelance Designer at Polka Dogz
January 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025
Design project involving illustration and clothing/accessories creation.
Designer at ITSOO Agency
January 1, 2022 - October 20, 2025
On- and offline design across all platforms; key visual identity management and creation for multiple small business partners.
Designer / KV Manager at AConfraria Agency
January 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025
On- and offline design across platforms, KV management and creation for state organs and small business partners.
Editorial Producer / Graphic Designer Manager at Appris Publications
January 1, 2020 - October 20, 2025
Editorial concept development from cover art to final printable file; managed graphic design workflow.
Designer at fUN idiomas
January 1, 2019 - October 20, 2025
Corporative visual ID, social media visual management, design for online and offline channels.
Designer / Visual Identity Specialist at Dupla.com
January 1, 2018 - October 20, 2025
Corporative visual ID, social media and book and magazine layout.
Graphic Designer / Visual Identity at Miraimídia
January 1, 2009 - October 20, 2025
Edition creation and layout of books, magazines and small advertisement campaigns.
Graphic Designer / Visual Identity at Prefeitura da cidade do Recife (PCR)
January 1, 2010 - October 20, 2025
Corporative visual ID, social events and graphic material for music events.

Education

Bachelor of Design at UFPE Universidade Federal de Pernambuco
February 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Graphic and Product Design
Bacharel at Universidade Federal de Pernambuco
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Bacharel at Universidade Federal de Pernambuco
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor of Design at Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Adobe Illustrator
December 31, 2011 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
Adobe Photoshop
December 31, 2011 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
InDesign
December 31, 2011 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
XD
January 1, 2023 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
Gimp
January 1, 2022 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
Figma
January 1, 2024 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
CorelDraw
December 31, 2011 - March 24, 2025
Professional Knowledge
Lettering
June 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Design Thinking
June 1, 2016 - July 30, 2016
Branding
September 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Design de Mobiliário (Furniture Design)
March 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Lettering (Ibratec)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Branding for dummies (Brandster)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Design thinking (Design Thinkers Academy)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Digital Illustration (João Lin)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Typography Workshop (UFPE)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Furniture Design (UFPE)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Musica no Olhar (UFAM) - first place
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Band Id Project (Expodesign) - first place
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Book redesign (Expodesign) - first place
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other, Consumer Goods
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