I am an expert in illustration and editorial layout design with experience collaborating with publishers, advertising agencies, government institutions, foundations, and individual clients. My goal is to turn ideas into clear, engaging visual storytelling tailored to the target audience. Throughout my freelance and design work, I contribute creative concepts, support the process from layout to final production, and maintain a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and effective communication—using tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Clip Studio, and SketchBook.…

Eric Viafara Gutierrez

I am an expert in illustration and editorial layout design with experience collaborating with publishers, advertising agencies, government institutions, foundations, and individual clients. My goal is to turn ideas into clear, engaging visual storytelling tailored to the target audience. Throughout my freelance and design work, I contribute creative concepts, support the process from layout to final production, and maintain a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and effective communication—using tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Clip Studio, and SketchBook.…

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I am an expert in illustration and editorial layout design with experience collaborating with publishers, advertising agencies, government institutions, foundations, and individual clients. My goal is to turn ideas into clear, engaging visual storytelling tailored to the target audience.

Throughout my freelance and design work, I contribute creative concepts, support the process from layout to final production, and maintain a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and effective communication—using tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Clip Studio, and SketchBook.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Artworks Custom Graphics
February 1, 2018 - October 1, 2020
Design and illustration for automotive-related decals and visual presence. Create custom designs for automobiles and motorcycle/bike customization, including decal designs. Support branding for businesses and homes, and prepare art for pre-press and large-format cutting.
Freelance Illustrator
January 1, 2016 - Present
Help clients tell stories and ideas graphically through traditional and digital illustration. Work includes visual development, storyboarding support, and delivering assets that are understandable and enjoyable for the intended audience. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, Clip Studio, and Autodesk SketchBook Pro. Works efficiently as a team player and focuses on best possible results for clients.
Freelance Letterer - Colorist - Layout Designer at UnratedComics.com
January 1, 2014 - Present
Lettering, digital coloring, and comic layout design for multiple titles and specials, including Green Onions (integral book, lettering and book layout), Lunita 1–3 (Spanish version lettering and layout), Unrated Comics Presents 1–2 (layout design), and Unrated Comics Halloween special (layout design).
Graphic Designer - PR Department at Inviobras Bolívar
October 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Graphic designer for the PR department supporting institutional branding aligned with the Bolívar state government. Designed billboards, banners, POP informative material, internal signage, staff congratulations for key dates, uniforms, and event t-shirts. Updated social media templates and created infographics and tables to accompany official press releases.
Freelance Storyboard Artist at Umbral producciones
October 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012
Created storyboards for the teaser and translated scripts into shot-based visual planning for Umbral (a medium-length film). Worked via Skype and on-site with director Jermaín Odreman to provide the graphic description needed to prepare filming.
Freelance Illustrator at Semanario El Crítico
September 1, 2010 - October 1, 2011
Created illustrations for weekly newspaper articles in both color and black-and-white, synthesizing the spirit of the text and reinforcing the ideas expressed.
Freelance Graphic Designer at 286 Automotriz
August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2016
Manage branding for the company’s website, social networks, and printed media. Create artwork for press and internet advertising campaigns including billboards, banners, and POP materials following company guidelines. Perform layout design for the digital magazine 286 on wheels.
Graphic Designer - Webmaster and Illustrator at 286 producciones CA.
June 1, 2008 - August 1, 2010
Designed layouts for magazines (286 La Revista, Sobre Ruedas Magazine) and a children’s coloring book (also created illustrations). Produced advertisements, billboards, banners, and newspaper ads. Maintained the magazine’s automotive website.
Graphic Designer - Webmaster - Illustrator at CG Latin Magazine
July 1, 2006 - June 1, 2008
Junior layout designer for magazine articles, photo retouching, illustration creation, and advertising artwork. Maintained the magazine website.

Education

Associate Degree in Advertising Development at Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje (SENA) Antioquia, Colombia
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Fine Arts Diploma - Graphics arts at Escuela Técnica de artes visuales “Armando Reverón”
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    24 Heures du Mans Chrono

    Digital watercolor coloring technique interiors and digital oil cover colour, for the Elodie Font and Jean-Jacques Dzialowski Le Mans 24-hour chronology comic, for the Jungle Éditeur of France and Lemans Organization.

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