Hi, I'm Mauricio Arias Rodriguez, a Graphic Design Leader & UX/UI Designer with 10+ years of experience creating branding systems, digital interfaces, and sportswear collections across international markets. I specialize in UX research, UI design, and creative direction, and I enjoy guiding design teams to deliver engaging experiences that balance aesthetics with business goals. Throughout my career, I've led cross-functional teams in Colombia, Belgium, and the Americas, developed scalable branding and production workflows, and partnered with suppliers to bring ideas from concept to market. I'm fluent in Spanish and English and thrive in collaborative environments that blend strategy, craft, and user-centered thinking.…

Mauricio Arias Rodriguez

Hi, I'm Mauricio Arias Rodriguez, a Graphic Design Leader & UX/UI Designer with 10+ years of experience creating branding systems, digital interfaces, and sportswear collections across international markets. I specialize in UX research, UI design, and creative direction, and I enjoy guiding design teams to deliver engaging experiences that balance aesthetics with business goals. Throughout my career, I've led cross-functional teams in Colombia, Belgium, and the Americas, developed scalable branding and production workflows, and partnered with suppliers to bring ideas from concept to market. I'm fluent in Spanish and English and thrive in collaborative environments that blend strategy, craft, and user-centered thinking.…

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Hi, I’m Mauricio Arias Rodriguez, a Graphic Design Leader & UX/UI Designer with 10+ years of experience creating branding systems, digital interfaces, and sportswear collections across international markets. I specialize in UX research, UI design, and creative direction, and I enjoy guiding design teams to deliver engaging experiences that balance aesthetics with business goals.

Throughout my career, I’ve led cross-functional teams in Colombia, Belgium, and the Americas, developed scalable branding and production workflows, and partnered with suppliers to bring ideas from concept to market. I’m fluent in Spanish and English and thrive in collaborative environments that blend strategy, craft, and user-centered thinking.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Leader at Suratex S.A
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Led cycling design area for GO RIGO GO brand. Created collections, graphic proposals, 3D assets for e-commerce, and managed suppliers.
Design Leader at Bioracer LATINX-LATAM
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Developed custom proposals and coordinated with Belgium HQ design team. Oversaw production workflows and client-facing design.
Art Director at Safetti Smartwear
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017
Directed creative processes for apparel graphics and branding. Created new production methods increasing efficiency and reducing costs.
Graphic Designer at Palmasino Sportswear
March 1, 2014 - March 1, 2014
Designed graphics, logos, and apparel visuals for international clients (USA, Canada, Central America). Managed branding and corporate image projects.
Intern at Tropicana Distributor
March 1, 2012 - March 1, 2012
Designed graphics for projects, branding, and marketing materials for corporate image.
Design Leader at Suratex S.A
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2024
Led cycling design area for GO RIGO GO brand. Created collections, graphic proposals, 3D assets for e-commerce, and managed suppliers.
Design Leader at Bioracer LATAM
December 1, 2018 - September 1, 2020
Developed custom proposals and coordinated with Belgium HQ design team. Oversaw production workflows and client-facing design.
Art Director at Safetti Smartwear
March 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017
Directed creative processes for apparel graphics and branding. Created new production methods increasing efficiency and reducing costs.
Graphic Designer at Palmasino Sportswear
April 1, 2012 - March 1, 2014
Designed graphics, logos, and apparel visuals for international clients (USA, Canada, Central America). Managed branding and corporate image projects.
Intern at Tropicana Distributor
April 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012
Designed graphics for projects, branding, and marketing materials for corporate image.

Education

Digital graphic design at CESDE
January 21, 2008 - December 23, 2011
UX-UI design at Coderhouse
October 30, 2021 - April 21, 2023
Computer technology at Normandale Community College
January 13, 2025 - December 22, 2028
Computer Technology at Normandale Community College
January 1, 2025 - November 15, 2025
UX/UI Design Specialization at Coderhouse
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Graphic Design at CESDE Technical Training Center
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2011
Computer Technology at Normandale Community College, Minnesota, USA
January 1, 2025 - November 15, 2025
UX/UI Design Specialization at Coderhouse, Buenos Aires, Argentina
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Graphic Design at CESDE Technical Training Center, Medellín, Colombia
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Computer Technology at Normandale Community College
January 1, 2025 - December 8, 2025
UX/UI Design Specialization at Coderhouse
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Graphic Design at CESDE Technical Training Center
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Other, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services