I am a creative and versatile graphic designer with 10+ years of experience and a Bachelor in Product Design. I thrive on brand and packaging design, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to high technical quality. I excel in thinking outside the box, meticulous organization, and delivering cohesive brand experiences across packaging, digital and print. I work well in dynamic environments, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed client expectations.

Karina Altmann

I am a creative and versatile graphic designer with 10+ years of experience and a Bachelor in Product Design. I thrive on brand and packaging design, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to high technical quality. I excel in thinking outside the box, meticulous organization, and delivering cohesive brand experiences across packaging, digital and print. I work well in dynamic environments, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed client expectations.

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I am a creative and versatile graphic designer with 10+ years of experience and a Bachelor in Product Design. I thrive on brand and packaging design, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to high technical quality.

I excel in thinking outside the box, meticulous organization, and delivering cohesive brand experiences across packaging, digital and print. I work well in dynamic environments, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed client expectations.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Isalbi Brand s
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Led the development of brand guidelines and rebrand application across internal materials and social media, ensuring consistency in visual communication. Designed packaging and product concepts for seasonal ranges, produced product photography, and developed a wide range of assets including packaging, product design, marketing collateral, digital content, and catalogue materials. Collaborated with the Head of Creative and Merchandising to ensure cohesive brand messaging; managed timelines and communicated progress to key managers; worked cross-functionally with external suppliers to deliver production-ready designs.
Freelance Graphic Designer at PharmaCare Laboratories
November 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Led the development and execution of a comprehensive brand refresh for Nature’s Way and Skin Doctors, including strategic direction, visual identity, and messaging updates. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive brand representation across touchpoints; managed multiple projects under tight deadlines; developed organizational workflows to streamline delivery and maintain stakeholder satisfaction.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Nude by Nature
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Contributed to the successful US brand launch by executing packaging concepts across the product line; developed marketing collateral, pharmacy POS, social media graphics, and web animations; collaborated with marketing and other teams to ensure clear communication of brand messages; managed multiple creative projects with timely delivery.
Graphic Designer at FGM Dental Group
December 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Created innovative packaging solutions for dental products, with attention to packaging materials, production processes, and regulatory compliance for 400+ products across 100+ countries. Collaborated with marketing and product development to integrate branding elements and developed standardized packaging guidelines to ensure consistency across products.
Executive Graphic Designer at Karina Altmann Design
May 1, 2018 - November 1, 2021
Created 50+ custom logos and established distinctive brand identities for diverse businesses. Developed comprehensive brand guidelines, managed client projects from concept to production, and educated clients on visual identities, resulting in multiple long-term contracts. Led a full rebrand that increased brand recognition and directed visual branding strategy, including successful online ad campaigns that boosted user acquisition.
Graphic Designer at Inventiva Design
February 1, 2016 - February 1, 2018
Contributed to two award-winning packaging designs, supported Whirlpool kitchen line packaging, and managed corporate branding materials. Conducted market research to stay ahead of trends and collaborated with marketing teams to develop social content, improving brand engagement and recognition.
Graphic Designer at Antioquia College
February 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015
Designed logos and corporate identities, event branding materials, and redesigned the institutional website. Developed digital marketing assets and interactive event websites, working with cross-functional teams to maintain brand consistency and deliver within timelines.
Graphic Designer Intern at Inventiva Design
February 1, 2012 - December 1, 2013
Collaborated on brand graphics, assisted with photo retouching and color correction, contributed to logo development, and supported multiple projects with creative input and execution.

Education

Diploma of Leadership and Management at Laneway Education
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor in Product Design at UNIVILLE University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Diploma of Industrial and Product Design at UniSociesc University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007

Qualifications

Advanced Training Course: Adobe Suite CC 2021
January 1, 2021 - February 23, 2026
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
January 1, 2020 - February 23, 2026
General English Course
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Manufacturing