I’m a versatile professional with several years of experience in design and artistic fields, with a proven track record developing visuals for diverse areas. I’ve expanded my skill set to include Artificial Intelligence technologies, working with AI tools such as Stable Diffusion, Pikasa, Firefly, Midjourney, and DALL-E, among others. I also lead, mentor and train teams to deliver high-quality visual work. Thoughtful, creative, curious, tireless, passionate, and tenacious, I’m most motivated when challenged and empowered to push boundaries and explore new approaches in visual storytelling and design.…

Marina Lavastrou

I’m a versatile professional with several years of experience in design and artistic fields, with a proven track record developing visuals for diverse areas. I’ve expanded my skill set to include Artificial Intelligence technologies, working with AI tools such as Stable Diffusion, Pikasa, Firefly, Midjourney, and DALL-E, among others. I also lead, mentor and train teams to deliver high-quality visual work. Thoughtful, creative, curious, tireless, passionate, and tenacious, I’m most motivated when challenged and empowered to push boundaries and explore new approaches in visual storytelling and design.…

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I’m a versatile professional with several years of experience in design and artistic fields, with a proven track record developing visuals for diverse areas. I’ve expanded my skill set to include Artificial Intelligence technologies, working with AI tools such as Stable Diffusion, Pikasa, Firefly, Midjourney, and DALL-E, among others. I also lead, mentor and train teams to deliver high-quality visual work.

Thoughtful, creative, curious, tireless, passionate, and tenacious, I’m most motivated when challenged and empowered to push boundaries and explore new approaches in visual storytelling and design.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer and Digital Art Director at WEBTOON
September 30, 2019 - February 15, 2024
Provided digital art and graphic design services including lettering and rotulation for webcomics. Led, mentored, trained, and supported a team of 12 individuals to deliver digital art projects efficiently for international clients in the USA, Korea, and France.
Production Designer and Digital Artist at HOGARTH
May 1, 2024 - Present
Design and create digital artwork for print and digital media collateral for SiriusXM and other clients. Involved in large scale project artwork and graphic design to meet client expectations in the USA and UK markets.
Senior Creative Designer / Artist at CREATIVE STUDIO (WPP Agency Platform)
May 1, 2024 - Present
Specialized in Artificial Intelligence content creation, including imagery training, retouching, development, and corrections using AI tools such as Pikasa, Stable Diffusion, and Adobe Firefly.
Freelance Illustrator and Graphic Artist at SIMPLESHOW
January 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Developed illustrations, concept art, and motion graphics for e-learning videos across various styles, catering to clients like Volkswagen, Mercedes Benz, Pfizer, and others across Germany, USA, and Asia.
Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at UBIX
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Created graphic design, patterns, and illustrations for technical artwork used in retail across the USA including clients like Amazon and TikTok.
Art Director, Illustrator and Graphic and Product Designer at TRALALATOYS
December 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Developed packaging design and visual illustration for toy products, including CUBIK blocks and LALABOOM beads designed for young children, working across Hong Kong and France.
Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at UPWORK
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Handled a variety of design projects including web design, UI/UX, branding, logos, social media, brochures, and presentations for clients in Canada, USA, and Europe.
Graphic Design, Digital Illustrator, and Renders at 2NIGHT LAB
December 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Specialized in photocompositions, 3D mockups, renders, and event visuals for clients such as Aperol Spritz, Vodafone, Toyota, FOX Channel, and more in Italy.
Digital and Freelance Graphic Designer at FXSWEDE
May 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Graphic design focused on banners, packaging, manuals, and infographics for premium products sold in Amazon, based in Sweden.
Art Director, Illustrator and Graphic Designer at IMEDIABAY
December 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Created digital illustrations and art direction for social media campaigns across varied clients in the USA.
Freelance Graphic Designer and UI/UX at SUSU STUDIO
September 30, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Developed screens, wireframes, and brand guide styles for a mobile fashion design app, including brand identity and image retouching.
Freelance Graphic Designer and UI/UX at ACT.ORG
December 31, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Designed screens, wireframes, and brand guides for ACT*, a collaborative grocery marketplace mobile app focused on sustainability and shopper preferences, based in Norway.
Marketing Analyst: Senior Designer at TRANSNATIONAL FOODS, INC (TF)
December 31, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Managed packaging design, artwork development, and visual communication for a US-based food vendor and major retail clients such as Walmart and Dollar General.
Senior Designer for Packaging and Visuals at ESME LAB
December 31, 2014 - August 1, 2025
Handled visual communication, original artwork, and packaging development for Beauty and Home Care brands serving clients including Carrefour and Walmart in Argentina.
Art Director, Illustrator and Designer at CHEZ YANN Boulangerie Française
December 31, 2017 - August 1, 2025
Created packaging, labels, and visual communications for a boutique French bakery based in Mexico City, including logo and illustration work.
Senior Designer at EMEEFE
December 31, 2011 - August 1, 2025
Produced graphic design work for advertising agency clients in Argentina including regional newspapers and credit card companies.
Editorial Designer, Page Layouts at DIARIO UNO
December 31, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Designed layouts and developed weekly children's publications for a mass media press organization in Argentina.
Senior Designer at LIFE COMUNICAZIONE
November 30, 2010 - August 1, 2025
Created editorial, branding, advertising, packaging, and point of purchase designs for a technology company supporting Alzheimer’s sufferers in Italy.
Packaging Graphic Designer at Wineries Argentina
December 30, 2007 - July 31, 2025
Managed wine design, visual identity, packaging, and collateral materials for wineries and events in Argentina.
Freelance Graphic Designer and Digital Art Director at Webtoon (USA / Korea / France)
October 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Editing digital art for webcomics, leading and mentoring a team of 12, and directing visual production with a focus on diverse storytelling and branding.
Production Designer and Digital Artist at Hogarth USA / UK
May 1, 2024 - Present
Design and production of digital artwork and collateral for mass media, with emphasis on large-format pieces for SiriusXM and related media.
Senior Creative Designer / Artist at Creative Studio WPP Agency Platform
May 1, 2024 - Present
AI content creation, prompts development, and image work using AI tools (Pikasa, Stable Diffusion, Firefly) for campaigns and client deliverables.
Freelance Illustrator and Graphic Artist at SimpleShow (Germany / USA / Asia)
September 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Illustrations for manuals and e-learning content; motion graphics and digital art for large brands, including VW, Mercedes-Benz, Pfizer, and others.
Freelance Graphic Designer and Illustrator at UBIX (USA)
July 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Graphic design, digital art, and pattern work for retail products (t-shirts, shoes, customized garments) for major clients.
NFT Collections Lead / Digital Artist / Illustrator at NFT Collections (US / UK / DK)
September 1, 2020 - Present
Lead digital artist and art director for NFT collections; recruited and managed a team of 6 talents.
Art Director, Illustrator and Graphic & Product Designer at Tralalatoys (Hong Kong / France)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Packaging design and art direction for Cubik blocks and Lalaboom beads; character and product design for under-4 toys.
Freelance Designer / Illustrator at Upwork (Canada / USA / Europe)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
UI/UX design, logos, branding, web and print collateral for agencies and clients.
Graphic Design, Digital Illustrator, Renders at 2NIGHT LAB (Italy)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Product renders, photocomposition, and 3D mockups for events and clients (Apperol Spritz, Vodafone, Toyota, etc.).
Digital Designer at FxSwede
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018
Design for premium items and retail packaging as part of branding and product visuals.
Art Director, Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Imediabay (USA)
November 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Digital illustration and art direction for social media; banner creatives and ads for multiple clients.
SUSU Studio – UI/UX Designer at SUSU Studio (USA)
April 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
UI/UX design, digital branding, and e-commerce visuals for modest fashion app and brand identity.
UI/UX Designer at ACT.ORG NORWAY
August 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
UI/UX design, screens, wireframes, and brand guidelines for a sustainable grocery marketplace.
Marketing Analyst: Senior Designer at Transnational Foods, Inc.
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Packaging and visuals for US-based food vendor clients; packaging, branding, and corporate communications.
Senior Designer at Esme Lab (Argentina)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Packaging and visuals for beauty and home care products; client management and artwork development.
Art Director, Illustrator and Designer at Chez Yann Boulerie (France/Mexico)
July 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Packaging, labels and visual communication for boutique bakery; art direction and illustrations.
Senior Designer at Emmefe (Italy/Argentina)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Graphic design for advertising; editorial layouts and branding.
Packaging Graphic Designer at Wineries Argentina
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Wine packaging, visual identity, and promotional materials.
Editorial Designer at Diario Uno Argentina
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Editorial design and page layouts for mass media publications.
Packaging Designer at Wineries Argentina
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Wine packaging and visual identity for premium products.

Education

Graphic Design Degree at National University of Cuyo
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2005
Summer Design Program at Van Eyck Academie
August 1, 2015 - September 30, 2015
GRAPHIC DESIGN DEGREE at NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF CUYO
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2005
SUMMER DESIGN at VAN EYCK ACADEMIE
August 1, 2015 - September 30, 2015
Graphic Design Degree at National University of Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2005
Graphic Design Degree at National University of Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Workshop Human Body
November 1, 2007 - March 31, 2009
Workshop Pimp My Font
January 1, 2010 - January 31, 2010
Workshop Toy Art Design
February 1, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Workshop Sumi-e
November 1, 2011 - January 31, 2012
Workshop Calligraphy
December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Workshop Lettering
May 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013
Workshop Picture Book
July 1, 2015 - July 31, 2015
Workshop Anatomy Drawing
September 1, 2014 - August 1, 2025
UI / UX Design
August 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020
Business Online Mentoring
September 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Artificial Intelligence Training Course
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
WORKSHOP HUMAN BODY
November 1, 2007 - March 31, 2009
WORKSHOP PIMP MY FONT
January 1, 2010 - January 31, 2010
WORKSHOP TOY ART DESIGN
February 1, 2010 - February 28, 2010
WORKSHOP SUMI-E
November 1, 2011 - January 31, 2012
WORKSHOP CALLIGRAPHY
December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
WORKSHOP LETTERING
May 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013
WORKSHOP PICTURE BOOK
July 1, 2015 - August 1, 2025
WORKSHOP ANATOMY DRAWING
September 1, 2014 - August 1, 2025
UI / UX DESIGN
August 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020
BUSINESS ONLINE MENTORING
September 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TRAINING
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Workshop Human Body
November 1, 2007 - March 31, 2009
Workshop Pimp My Font
January 1, 2010 - January 31, 2010
Workshop Toy Art Design
February 1, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Workshop Sumi-E
November 1, 2011 - January 31, 2012
Workshop Calligraphy
December 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Workshop Lettering
May 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013
Workshop Picture Book
July 1, 2015 - August 1, 2025
Workshop Anatomy Drawing
September 1, 2014 - August 1, 2025
UI / UX Design (At Acámica)
August 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020
Business Online Mentoring (At Enfoca tu Mundo)
September 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Artificial Intelligence Training Course (At Hogarth Worldwide)
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
UI/UX Design
August 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Artificial Intelligence Training
May 1, 2024 - April 17, 2026
Business Online Mentoring for Creative Fields
September 1, 2023 - April 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Consumer Goods, Education, Financial Services, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Travel & Hospitality, Wholesale & Distribution, Telecommunications
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