Lucia Fernanda Garces Torres
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I am a seasoned Scientific/Medical Illustrator and Senior Graphic Designer with over 20 years of experience working in studios, in-house teams and freelance projects across Australia and worldwide. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality visuals, branding, layout, and illustration for diverse clients, from government agencies to universities and industry partners.
I love learning new concepts and turning complex information into clear, compelling visuals. I combine creative skills with strong organizational and communication abilities to manage projects from concept to final art, while maintaining timely delivery and collaborative relationships.
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Language
Spanish; Castilian
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English
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Work Experience
Freelance Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Various (NSW Transport, NSW OEH, NSW DPIE, NSW Teachers Federation, ChildFund, CE–RES, CANARI, Sam Houston State University, Oregon Health & Science University and others)
January 1, 2014 - PresentProviding illustration and graphic design services for both digital and print media, working on diverse projects ranging from branding to complex scientific visuals. Clients include government agencies, universities, and NGOs in Australia and worldwide.
Senior Graphic Designer at Helixos
January 1, 2023 - PresentSenior-level graphic design responsibilities, developing visual materials to support branding and communication strategies.
Fellow Medical Illustrator at AMI Diversity Fellowship and J&J
December 31, 2024 - July 9, 2025Participated in a fellowship focused on medical illustration, creating detailed and accurate scientific visuals.
Faculty Demonstrator and Scientific Illustrator at Department of Anatomical Sciences, St. George’s University
December 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Support teaching anatomy through demonstration and scientific illustration. Responsibilities included anatomy dissection and creating educational visual content for students.
Senior Graphic Designer & Product Developer at Hot Stuff Merchandise
December 31, 2014 - July 9, 2025Designed and developed graphic products for merchandise, leading design projects and coordinating production.
Production Manager & Senior Graphic Designer at Gmarka Creativa
December 31, 2007 - July 9, 2025Managed production processes while leading graphic design efforts in Colombia.
Production Manager & Graphic Designer at MUVIS Advertising
December 31, 2005 - July 9, 2025Oversaw production and delivered graphic design services in an advertising agency environment.
Graphic Designer at STAPEL Printers
December 31, 2002 - July 9, 2025Graphic design duties focused on print media.
Junior Graphic Designer at Martin Alba & Associates
December 31, 2001 - July 9, 2025Assisted in graphic design tasks and gained foundational experience.
Freelance Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Freelance – Various Clients
January 1, 2014 - PresentProvided illustration and graphic design services for a wide range of clients including NSW Transport, Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH), NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DPIE), NSW Teachers Federation, ChildFund, CE–RES, CANARI, Sam Houston State University, Oregon Health & Science University, and other organisations worldwide; work encompassed branding, layout, digital and print production, and infographics.
Senior Graphic Designer at Helixos
January 1, 2023 - PresentLed the design of branding and visual communication assets; contributed to marketing campaigns and client deliverables across digital and print media.
Fellow Medical Illustrator at AMI Diversity Fellowship and Johnson & Johnson
December 31, 2024 - September 19, 2025Fellowship focusing on medical illustration, collaborating with AMI and Johnson & Johnson to create scientifically accurate visuals and educational materials.
Faculty Demonstrator and Scientific Illustrator at Department of Anatomical Sciences, St. George’s University, Grenada, West Indies
December 31, 2022 - September 19, 2025Demonstrated anatomical science visualization and produced scientific illustrations for curricula and research; mentored students in illustration techniques and dissections.
Senior Graphic Designer & Product Developer at Hot Stuff Merchandise
December 31, 2014 - September 19, 2025Led graphic design and product development for merchandise lines; managed branding, layouts, and production processes.
Production Manager & Senior Graphic Designer at Gmarka Creativa
December 31, 2007 - September 19, 2025Managed production and design operations; oversaw creative projects and team.
Production Manager & Graphic Designer at MUVIS Advertising
December 31, 2005 - September 19, 2025Led production and graphic design for advertising campaigns and print materials.
Graphic Designer at STAPEL printers
December 31, 2002 - September 19, 2025Graphic design responsibilities for print and branding projects.
Junior Graphic Designer at Martin Alba & associates
December 31, 2001 - September 19, 2025Support role in graphic design and production.
Freelance Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Various clients including NSW Transport, NSW OEH, NSW DPIE, NSW Teachers Federation, ChildFund, CE–RES, CANARI, Sam Houston State University, Oregon Health & Science University and others
January 1, 2014 - PresentSenior Graphic Designer at Helixos
January 1, 2023 - PresentFellow Medical Illustrator at AMI Diversity Fellowship and Johnson & Johnson (J&J)
December 31, 2024 - September 19, 2025Faculty Demonstrator and Scientific Illustrator at Department of Anatomical Sciences, St. George’s University, Grenada, West Indies
December 31, 2022 - September 19, 2025Senior Graphic Designer & Product Developer at Hot Stuff Merchandise
December 31, 2014 - September 19, 2025Production Manager & Senior Graphic Designer at Gmarka Creativa
December 31, 2007 - September 19, 2025Production Manager & Graphic Designer at MUVIS Advertising
December 31, 2005 - September 19, 2025Graphic Designer at STAPEL printers
December 31, 2002 - September 19, 2025Junior Graphic Designer at Martin Alba & associates
December 31, 2001 - September 19, 2025Education
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Instituto Departamental de Bellas Artes
August 30, 2000Bachelor of Natural History Illustration at University of Newcastle
December 8, 2018Bachelor of Natural History Illustration at University of Newcastle
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Diploma in Business at Bridge Business College
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011Bachelor of Graphic Design at State Institute of Fine Arts of Cali
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2000Bachelor of Natural History Illustration at University of Newcastle
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Diploma in Business at Bridge Business College
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011Bachelor of Graphic Design at State Institute of Fine Arts of Cali
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2000Bachelor of Natural History Illustration at University of Newcastle
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Diploma in Business at Bridge Business College
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011Bachelor of Graphic Design at State Institute of Fine Arts of Cali, Colombia
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2000Qualifications
Fellow Medical Illustrator, AMI Diversity Fellowship
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024Member, Association of Medical Illustrators (AMI)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Member, The American Association of Clinical Anatomists (AACA)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Member, Guild of Natural Science Illustrators
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022Member, Society of Children Books Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022Industry Experience
Education, Agriculture & Mining, Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Government, Life Sciences, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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