Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’m a Strategic Graphic Designer specialized in the creation and management of integrated visual identities. I build cohesive brand ecosystems with the versatility to adapt across various platforms: from the precision of editorial and print design to the dynamic pace of social media. By blending a keen photographic eye with art direction, I deliver visual solutions that transcend aesthetics, focusing on brand consistency and driving real business value.

Maria João Abraão

Portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’m a Strategic Graphic Designer specialized in the creation and management of integrated visual identities. I build cohesive brand ecosystems with the versatility to adapt across various platforms: from the precision of editorial and print design to the dynamic pace of social media. By blending a keen photographic eye with art direction, I deliver visual solutions that transcend aesthetics, focusing on brand consistency and driving real business value.

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I’m a Strategic Graphic Designer specialized in the creation and management of integrated visual identities. I build cohesive brand ecosystems with the versatility to adapt across various platforms: from the precision of editorial and print design to the dynamic pace of social media. By blending a keen photographic eye with art direction, I deliver visual solutions that transcend aesthetics, focusing on brand consistency and driving real business value.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelancer at Socialist Youth - National Headquarters
April 1, 2025 - Present
Creative Direction and Visual Identity Design of the National Socialist Youth Legislative Campaign Creative Direction and Post Design for Monthly Calendar;
Lead Graphic Designer at Brand22 Creative Agency
March 4, 2024 - May 5, 2024
Managed the visual identity of 20+ clients; Tasks allocation and Constructive feedback sessions; Supervised and mentored Graphic Design interns; Led weekly brainstorming sessions with a 6-person team.
Mid Graphic Designer at Brand22 Creative Agency
May 5, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Creation of Visual Identities; Creation of monthly content calendars for social media; Email Marketing; Editorial Design – Books and magazines; Packaging Design – Wine labels, packaging for various brands;
Freelancer - Designer, Social Media Manager & Photographer at Monastery of Alcobaça
January 1, 2024 - March 3, 2024
Photographed a stamp collection for CTT x Mosteiro de Alcobaça, distributed nationwide.
Professional Internship “EstágiAP XXI” at Monastery of Alcobaça
January 1, 2023 - December 29, 2023
Increased Instagram followers by 300%; Reached over 100,000 people per month; Designed the visual identity for an international event with 15+ countries; Presented a visual identity at an international event with 50+ attendees.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Zeni (Advertising & Marketing)
July 1, 2022 - December 27, 2022

Education

Postgraduate Degree at Polytechnic Institute of Leiria – School of Arts & Design (ESAD.CR)
September 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor’s Degree at University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro
September 8, 2019 - June 8, 2022
Specialized Technical Course (CET) - Multimedia at Institute for Employment and Vocational Training
October 1, 2018 - June 6, 2019

Qualifications

Graphic Design
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Communications and Multimedia
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2022
Specialized Technical Course (CET)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Other, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Government, Healthcare
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