I’m Ivan Sala Valero, a digital design and web lead with more than 25 years of experience across branding, art direction, UX/UI, and website development. I enjoy turning a project’s ideas into a clear product direction—combining creative thinking, visual identity, and technical implementation so everything works both visually and functionally. Across my career I’ve led and collaborated with teams and suppliers to deliver digital projects for major clients, from corporate websites to editorial experiences and brand rollouts. I’ve also taken ownership of real-world builds (like WordPress projects and internal data-import tools), and I love bridging design, technology, and business needs—from conceptualization through production and delivery.…

Ivan Sala Valero

I’m Ivan Sala Valero, a digital design and web lead with more than 25 years of experience across branding, art direction, UX/UI, and website development. I enjoy turning a project’s ideas into a clear product direction—combining creative thinking, visual identity, and technical implementation so everything works both visually and functionally. Across my career I’ve led and collaborated with teams and suppliers to deliver digital projects for major clients, from corporate websites to editorial experiences and brand rollouts. I’ve also taken ownership of real-world builds (like WordPress projects and internal data-import tools), and I love bridging design, technology, and business needs—from conceptualization through production and delivery.…

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I’m Ivan Sala Valero, a digital design and web lead with more than 25 years of experience across branding, art direction, UX/UI, and website development. I enjoy turning a project’s ideas into a clear product direction—combining creative thinking, visual identity, and technical implementation so everything works both visually and functionally.

Across my career I’ve led and collaborated with teams and suppliers to deliver digital projects for major clients, from corporate websites to editorial experiences and brand rollouts. I’ve also taken ownership of real-world builds (like WordPress projects and internal data-import tools), and I love bridging design, technology, and business needs—from conceptualization through production and delivery.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Fluent
Portuguese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Web Developer / WordPress at GPC STUDIO
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Comprehensive development of WordPress websites for local businesses and organizations under the Kit Digital program. I handle conceptualization and content structuring, building sites using templates, plugins, and custom HTML/CSS. I develop solutions such as online stores, product catalogs, and event calendars, coordinating directly with management until delivery and working autonomously throughout production.
Frontend Developer at GPC STUDIO
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Development of frontend architectures and optimization of high-performance interfaces (UI/UX). Advanced programming of custom web solutions and corporate CMS focused on conversion. Ensures visual and functional excellence from design intent to production-ready frontend implementation.
Brand Manager at Clickedu
January 1, 2023 - Present
2023 Brand Manager at Clickedu; involved in brand development and marketing activities.
Brand Manager at Clickedu
January 1, 2023 - Present
Brand management responsibilities including branding strategy and marketing campaigns.
Head of the Import Dept. at Clickart
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Management and implementation of the new company brand and XXSS management. Development and management of the import of school data.
Senior Web Designer → Brand Manager at CLICKART / CLICKEDU
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2023
Led an omnichannel corporate rebranding and visual communication strategy for social media. Designed and developed web experiences for key accounts (Grupo Planeta, Quadis, Philips). Directed multidisciplinary teams and executed tactical digital campaigns to maximize ROI, maintaining visual and functional consistency across technical and creative deliverables.
Graphic and Web Designer at Clickart
January 1, 2010 - Present
Marketing Department: Development of campaigns and brand promotion materials; Web design for Planeta, Destino, Booket and Seix Barral (Premi Planeta, Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Stieg Larsson, Eduardo Mendoza, Dan Brown, Antonio Gala…), Quadis Motor or Philips Ibérica, among others.
Web Designer, Branding & Communication at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2010
End-to-end management of branding, web design, and visual communication projects for various clients, covering concept, design direction, and delivery.
Web & Brand Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2010
End-to-end management and delivery of branding and web design projects for diverse clients, covering concept, visual direction, and implementation. Coordinated design and frontend needs to ensure cohesive brand expression and functional website outcomes.
Graphic and Web Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2010
Collaboration with industrial professionals to develop the image of their products (Anima Design, Circutor).
Graphic Designer at STEREO RENT
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003
Created graphic and environmental design for events and corporate environments, including design, set design, and visual campaigns. Developed visual materials aligned with corporate and event communication goals.
Scenario Designer and Signalling for events at Stereo Rent
January 1, 1999 - September 29, 2025
Design of political campaigns and party events for Convergència i Unió, stands at fairs such as Alimentaria, CosmoBelleza or the Barcelona Motor Show.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design at Elisava
September 4, 1995 - June 22, 1999
Web Programming and Databases at Soft Obert
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Master in Early Child and Youth Illustration at Escola Eina
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Bootstrap at Udemy
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
After Effects at Domestika
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Professional Certificate for Website Design at Tau Formar
February 3, 2025 - June 20, 2025
Professional Certificate for Web Developement at Tau Formar
June 27, 2025 - December 4, 2025
Degree in Graphic Design at ELISAVA
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999
Web Programming and DDBB Tech. (Obert) at Soft Obert
January 1, 2003 - July 21, 2026
Master's degree in Children & Youth Illustration at Escola Eina
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Higher Degree in Graphic Design at Elisava
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999
Master in Children’s & YA Illustration at Escola Eina
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Web Programming & DB Technician at Soft Obert
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Professional Certificate - Modern Web Development at Tau Formar
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Professional Certificate - Modern Web Development at Tau Formar
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1999
Web Programming and Databases
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Master in Early Child and Youth Illustration
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Bootstrap (Udemy)
January 1, 2021 - July 21, 2026
After Effects (Domestika)
January 1, 2024 - July 21, 2026
Certification in Modern Web Development (Tau Formar)
January 1, 2025 - July 21, 2026
Professional Certificate in Web App Developement (Tau Formar)
January 1, 2025 - July 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other, Retail
    Promotional Web Design for Dan Brown's Inferno

    The Challenge: Creating digital campaigns for major publishing launches
    The project required executing the digital campaign and designing the official website for the strategic Spanish launch of the global bestseller Inferno by Dan Brown, orchestrating the action alongside Editorial Planeta.

    The Solution: Immersive promotional web design with conversion funnels
    I designed a high-impact, immersive visual experience that draws the user into the thriller’s universe. The website interface optimizes the integration of audiovisual content (trailers) and establishes clear conversion funnels to maximize traffic to various book sales platforms.

    Branding & Digital Strategy for Babou Handmade

    The Challenge: Building a visual identity from scratch
    The challenge was to build from scratch the visual identity and digital strategy for Babou, an emerging brand specializing in handcrafted baby supplies, aiming to stand out in a highly competitive niche market.

    The Solution: Digital strategy and brand ecosystem
    I designed a warm and approachable brand ecosystem (logo, physical applications, and art direction). Digitally, I structured a visual content strategy for Instagram aimed at maximizing engagement, successfully connecting directly with the target audience and boosting online sales.

    Corporate Presentation Design & B2B Storytelling

    The Challenge: Designing master presentations (Master Deck) for B2B sales
    The goal was to provide the Clickedu sales team with a scalable and persuasive master presentation (Master Deck), capable of explaining complex software solutions in an accessible way to school directors.

    The Solution: Strategic data visualization and corporate Storytelling
    I designed a slide system focused on clean data visualization and corporate storytelling. The strategic layout effectively guides the sales pitch, reducing the client’s cognitive friction and turning the presentation into the ultimate tool for closing B2B commercial deals.

    Branding & Visual Identity for Coffeing Cafe

    The Challenge: Comprehensive construction of corporate visual identity
    The task was to conceptualize and execute the complete visual identity for the Coffeing cafe in Barcelona, positioning it as a benchmark for quality and comfort in its gastronomic sector.

    The Solution: UI/UX integration in physical and editorial environments
    I designed a cohesive brand ecosystem, from logo creation to physical applications. The UI/UX approach was transferred to the editorial design of the menus, establishing a strict visual hierarchy and highly legible typography to optimize the customer experience and streamline decision-making on the premises.

    Art Direction & Corporate Material for Clickedu

    The Challenge: Standardizing Corporate Visual Identity in the EdTech Sector
    Clickedu’s international expansion and constant presence at educational trade shows demanded a robust, entirely cohesive brand identity. The objective was to conceptualize a comprehensive visual ecosystem that was scalable, professional, and capable of immediately conveying the technical authority and complexity of its software without visual clutter.

    The Solution: B2B Art Direction and Sales-Driven Editorial Design
    I led the art direction and layout for all commercial support materials—ranging from product catalog editorial design to large-format graphics for events and booths (roll-ups, displays).
    The outcome is a cross-functional corporate identity where information architecture and precise typography clarify the sales narrative. This visual homogenization ensures a solid user experience across all physical touchpoints, boosting brand credibility and providing the sales team with a reliable tool to capture attention in highly competitive B2B environments.

    Web Design & UX/UI for Carlos Ruiz Zafón

    The Challenge: Web positioning for international literary brands
    The project consisted of developing the official digital presence for Carlos Ruiz Zafón’s bibliography, under the direction of Editorial Planeta, thus managing the web showcase for an internationally renowned literary brand.

    The Solution: Immersive web architecture and interface design (UI/UX)
    I created an immersive web architecture designed to guide fans through the complex universe of The Cemetery of Forgotten Books. The interface design (UI) scrupulously respects the author’s aesthetic, while the user experience (UX) is highly conversion-oriented, facilitating intuitive navigation that efficiently channels traffic to the final sales points.