I’m a graphic designer and illustrator from Guatemala, now based in Hamburg, Germany. I’ve spent over six years in design and advertising, focusing on brands of all kinds—from luxury hotels to small entrepreneurs, educational platforms, fashion, and mental health. For me, design is not just a career or a job; it’s a playground full of possibilities. My ultimate goal is to help people and change lives through design and art. I’m a doer and naturally curious, so even if I don’t know how to do something, I research, learn, and do it.…

Natalia Collia

I’m a graphic designer and illustrator from Guatemala, now based in Hamburg, Germany. I’ve spent over six years in design and advertising, focusing on brands of all kinds—from luxury hotels to small entrepreneurs, educational platforms, fashion, and mental health. For me, design is not just a career or a job; it’s a playground full of possibilities. My ultimate goal is to help people and change lives through design and art. I’m a doer and naturally curious, so even if I don’t know how to do something, I research, learn, and do it.…

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I’m a graphic designer and illustrator from Guatemala, now based in Hamburg, Germany. I’ve spent over six years in design and advertising, focusing on brands of all kinds—from luxury hotels to small entrepreneurs, educational platforms, fashion, and mental health. For me, design is not just a career or a job; it’s a playground full of possibilities.

My ultimate goal is to help people and change lives through design and art. I’m a doer and naturally curious, so even if I don’t know how to do something, I research, learn, and do it.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Kenjo GmbH
May 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
In charge of all visuals, graphics, and motion elements used by the brand. Conducted a Brand Audit and implemented changes to enhance Kenjo's customer presentation. Created videos and animations for product and case study presentations.
Graphic Designer at Candis GmbH
March 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Part of the Demand Generation team creating product and brand campaigns to generate leads. Developed the illustration style used in the designs. Worked with animation and creative concept development.
Senior Graphic Designer at Milk and Honey Agency
December 31, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Worked with international brands, learning how to interact with customers and understand their brand needs. Specialized in branding and brand development.
Graphic Designer at Kenjo GmbH
May 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
At Kenjo, I am responsible for all visuals, graphics, and motion elements that the brand uses. I conducted a Brand Audit and implemented changes to improve brand presentation to customers. Additionally, I have created videos and animations to present the product and case studies.
Graphic Designer at Candis GmbH
March 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Part of the Demand Generation team, creating product and brand campaigns to generate leads. Developed the illustration style used in design. Also worked with animation and the development of creative concepts.
Senior Graphic Designer at Milk and Honey Agency
December 31, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Worked with international brands, refining skills in customer interaction and understanding brand needs. Specialized in branding and brand development.
Graphic Designer at Candis GmbH
March 1, 2022 - Present
Part of the Demand Generation team; created different product and brand campaigns to generate leads; developed the illustration style used in the design; worked with animation and the development of creative concepts.
Graphic Designer (Temporary) at Kenjo GmbH
August 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
In charge of visuals, graphics, and motion elements that the brand uses; performed a Brand Audit and implemented changes to improve how Kenjo presents itself to customers; created videos & animations to present the product and case studies.
Senior Graphic Designer at Milk and Honey Agency
December 1, 2021 - October 16, 2025
Worked with international brands and learned how to interact with customers; specialized in branding and brand development; understood and translated each brand concept into effective visual identity.
Graphic Designer at Candis GmbH
March 1, 2022 - November 12, 2025
Part of the Demand Generation team; created product and brand campaigns to generate leads; developed the illustration style used in the design; worked with animation and the development of creative concepts.
Graphic Designer (Temporary) at Kenjo GmbH
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
In charge of visuals, graphics, and motion elements used by the brand; performed Brand Audit and implemented changes to improve presentation to customers; created videos and animations to present the product and case studies.
Senior Graphic Designer at Milk and Honey Agency
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Specialized in branding and brand development; worked with international brands and learned how to interact with customers to understand the concepts each brand needs.

Education

Bachelor of Graphic Design at Universidad del Istmo Guatemala
January 2, 2012 - May 7, 2017
Art Director Course at University of Arts of London
January 9, 2023 - March 8, 2023
Degree in Graphic Design and Publicity at Universidad del Istmo de Guatemala
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
International Baccalaureate at Centro Escolar Campoalegre
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Degree in Graphic Design and Publicity at Universidad del Istmo de Guatemala
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
International Baccalaureate at Centro Escolar Campoalegre
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Degree in Graphic Design and Publicity at Universidad del Istmo de Guatemala
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
International Baccalaureate at Centro Escolar Campoalegre
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Degree in Graphic Design and Publicity at Universidad del Istmo de Guatemala
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
International Baccalaureate at Centro Escolar Campoalegre
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Graphic Design for Film Making with Annie Atkins
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Art and concept creation workshop, Procesos Artísticos Guatemala
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Storytelling workshop, Brother Creative School
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Children Illustration workshop, Estudio Garabato
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Illustration workshop with Steve Simpson
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Design for Art Direction, University of Arts of London
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Graphic Design for Film Making with Annie Atkins
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Art and concept creation workshop
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Storytelling workshop
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Children Illustration workshop
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Illustration workshop with Steve Simpson
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Procesos Artísticos Guatemala
January 1, 2020 - October 16, 2025
Graphic Design for Film Making with Annie Atkins
January 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025
Brother Creative School Storytelling workshop
January 1, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Estudio Garabato Children Illustration workshop
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025
Illustration workshop with Steve Simpson
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025
Art and concept creation workshop
January 1, 2020 - November 12, 2025
Graphic Design for Film Making with Annie Atkins
January 1, 2023 - November 12, 2025
Brother Creative School Storytelling workshop
January 1, 2019 - November 12, 2025
Estudio Garabato Children Illustration workshop
January 1, 2018 - November 12, 2025
Illustration workshop with Steve Simpson
January 1, 2017 - November 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Financial Services, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Retail
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