I am a product designer whose practice integrates material research, textile processes, and the development of contemporary design proposals that connect innovation, functionality, and cultural identity. I work across textile surface design, weaving techniques, and material explorations to create objects and spaces that reflect heritage while embracing contemporary craft. I lead creative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and tell visual stories through identity and communication, always aiming for design-led innovation and meaningful cultural connections.

Michele Alejandra Quinteros Herrera

I am a product designer whose practice integrates material research, textile processes, and the development of contemporary design proposals that connect innovation, functionality, and cultural identity. I work across textile surface design, weaving techniques, and material explorations to create objects and spaces that reflect heritage while embracing contemporary craft. I lead creative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and tell visual stories through identity and communication, always aiming for design-led innovation and meaningful cultural connections.

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I am a product designer whose practice integrates material research, textile processes, and the development of contemporary design proposals that connect innovation, functionality, and cultural identity.

I work across textile surface design, weaving techniques, and material explorations to create objects and spaces that reflect heritage while embracing contemporary craft. I lead creative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and tell visual stories through identity and communication, always aiming for design-led innovation and meaningful cultural connections.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Multimedia Content Creator at Cato Media Company | Salem Business Journal
April 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026
Production and editing of audiovisual content for digital media, social platforms and commercial clients. Development of promotional campaigns, branded content and multimedia assets for a variety of digital channels. Collaboration on visual communication and marketing projects for businesses and organizations.
Production Coordinator & Participating Designer at RUWAQ Peruvian Fashion International
April 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026
Led production planning and event coordination, including venue management, model casting, fittings, budgeting, quotations and operational logistics. Presented an original textile collection as a participating designer within the international runway showcase.
Multimedia Content Creator (Project-Based) at Cato Media Company | Salem Business Journal
January 1, 2026 - Present
Production and editing of audiovisual content for digital media, social platforms and commercial clients. Development of promotional campaigns, branded content and multimedia assets for a variety of digital channels. Collaboration on visual communication and marketing projects for businesses and organizations.
Graphic Designer & Visual Communications Specialist at Ministry of Public Security and Justice of El Salvador
January 1, 2026 - Present
Development of branding systems, visual identities and graphic assets for institutional campaigns, events and public initiatives. Design of logos, printed materials and audiovisual content for multiple governmental departments. Coordination of brand implementation and visual communication strategies across multi-disciplinary projects with institutional and public outreach.
Production Coordinator & Participating Designer at RUWAQ Peruvian Fashion International | El Salvador
February 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Led production planning and event coordination, including venue management, model casting, fittings, budgeting, quotations and operational logistics. Presented an original textile collection as a participating designer within the international runway showcase.
Product Designer – Furniture & Spatial Design at Outsource Kitchen Design
February 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Developed design proposals, quotations and spatial solutions for kitchens, bathrooms, furniture systems and residential environments through the interpretation of architectural plans and technical specifications. Worked with international product catalogs including IKEA, Wisenbaker, Kitchen Kompact and Blake Solutions, applying design standards, spatial planning principles and 3D visualization tools.
Product Designer & Collection Development at Margarita Cornejo
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Contributed to the analysis, redesign and development of handbag and accessory collections for national and international presentations. Developed prototypes, material explorations and textile testing processes for new product lines and collections.
Product Designer at Fundación Domenech
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Developed products and collections using reclaimed materials and natural resources sourced from Costa del Sol, El Salvador. Conducted material research and experimentation focused on contemporary design applications, production processes and sustainable development.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Artisanal Product Design at Dr. José Matías Delgado University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
Backstrap Loom Weaving: Setup, Experimentation and Product Applications at Cabezas de Jaguar
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Fashion Design Diploma at PCS Internacional
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Advanced English (Reading, Writing and Conversation) at Academia Europea de El Salvador
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor’s Degree in Artisanal Product Design at Dr. José Matías Delgado University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025
Backstrap Loom Weaving: Setup, Experimentation and Product Applications at Cabezas de Jaguar
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Fashion Design Diploma at PCS Internacional
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Advanced English (Reading, Writing and Conversation) at Academia Europea de El Salvador
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

Second Place Award - C-EMPRENDE Entrepreneurship Competition
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Speaker & Workshop Facilitator - TONALLI Salvadoran Artisan Day
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Second Place Award, C-EMPRENDE Entrepreneurship Competition
January 1, 2020 - July 1, 2026
Speaker & Workshop Facilitator, TONALLI - Salvadoran Artisan Day
January 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education