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Hello, I’m Nuno Pais, a Lisbon-based graphic designer with over two decades of experience crafting brands, magazines, and advertising materials across Europe.
I love turning ideas into visual stories, collaborating with teams to deliver clear, print-ready and digital designs that communicate effectively and stand out in competitive markets.
Experience Level
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Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language
Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
German
Beginner
Work Experience
Graphic Designer at Self-employed / Freelancer
January 1, 2017 - PresentGraphic designer providing freelance services to a diverse client base, focusing on branding, marketing collateral, and digital assets. Responsible for concept development, layout, typography, and production-ready artwork across print and online media.
Senior Graphic Designer at Group Orey and Orey Financial (Lisbon)
December 31, 2016 - September 11, 2025Led visual design across financial services branding and communications, collaborating with marketing and product teams to create corporate collateral, annual reports, presentations, and campaigns. Mentored junior designers and ensured brand consistency.
Art Director at Entre Nós Magazine (Lisbon)
December 31, 2007 - September 11, 2025Art direction for editorial content, overseeing visual concept, layout, photography coordination, and typography to support magazine stories and branding.
Art Director at VEGA - Mar & Aventuras Magazine (Lisbon)
December 31, 2006 - September 11, 2025Art direction for editorial content, overseeing visual concept, layout, photography coordination, and typography to support magazine stories and branding.
Art Director at AVON Cosmetics (Madrid)
December 31, 2005 - September 11, 2025Art director for cosmetics campaigns and packaging, developing campaign visuals, print ads, and product photography; improved brand imagery for European market.
Senior Graphic Designer at AVON Cosméticos S.A. (Lisbon)
December 31, 2002 - September 11, 2025Senior graphic designer collaborating on branding, packaging, and promotional materials for the Portuguese market.
Senior Graphic Designer at DRAFT Publicidade (Porto)
December 31, 2000 - September 11, 2025Senior graphic designer creating advertising materials and campaigns for diverse clients.
Senior Graphic Coordinator at Phalempin-Indústria Gráfica (Porto)
December 31, 1999 - September 11, 2025Senior coordinator supporting graphic production and coordination for print materials.
Junior Graphic Designer at Atelier Graphic Design data•d•ideias (Lisbon)
December 31, 1998 - September 11, 2025Junior graphic designer assisting in layout, typography, and design production.
Photoshop Operator at Atelier Graphic Design J - Sarmento Design (Lisbon)
December 31, 1997 - September 11, 2025Operated Photoshop for image editing and preparation for print and digital media.
Intern at CHAMA Publicidade, Lda. (Lisbon)
December 31, 1996 - September 11, 2025Internship at an advertising agency supporting various creative tasks.
Administrative & Accounting at VÃO Arquitectos Associados, Lda. (Lisbon)
December 31, 1995 - September 11, 2025Responsible for administrative and accounting service for an architectural atelier.
Graphic Designer at Freelancer
January 1, 2017 - PresentFreelance graphic designer providing branding, design, and layout services for clients in Lisbon and beyond.
Senior Graphic Designer at Group Orey and Orey Financial
January 1, 2016 - September 11, 2025Led graphic design and visual communication for the financial group, delivering corporate materials, branding, and campaigns across print and digital channels.
Art Director at Entre Nós Magazine
January 1, 2007 - September 11, 2025Art direction for a Lisbon-based magazine, overseeing layout, cover design, and visual identity.
Art Director at VEGA - Mar & Aventuras Magazine
January 1, 2006 - September 11, 2025Art direction and visual concept development for the magazine.
Art Director at AVON Cosmetics
January 1, 2005 - September 11, 2025Art direction for cosmetics campaigns in Madrid, including packaging and print materials.
Senior Graphic Designer at AVON Cosméticos S.A.
January 1, 2002 - September 11, 2025Senior designer for Avon cosmetics brand in Lisbon, producing brochures, catalogs, and branding materials.
Senior Graphic Designer at DRAFT Publicidade
January 1, 2000 - September 11, 2025Senior graphic designer contributing to advertising campaigns and design projects for clients in Porto.
Senior Graphic Coordinator at Phalempin-Indústria Gráfica
January 1, 1999 - September 11, 2025Senior graphic coordinator handling production-ready artwork and layout coordination.
Junior Graphic Designer at Atelier Graphic Design data•d•ideias
January 1, 1998 - September 11, 2025Junior graphic designer contributing to client projects and design development.
Internship at CHAMA Publicidade, Lda.
January 1, 1997 - September 11, 2025Advertising agency internship gaining exposure to agency workflows and design processes.
Administrative & Accounting at VÃO Arquitectos Associados, Lda.
January 1, 1995 - September 11, 2025Responsible for administrative and accounting service of the architecture studio.
Graphic Designer at Freelancer
January 1, 2017 - PresentIndependent graphic designer providing branding, print and digital design services to clients since 2017.
Senior Graphic Designer at Group Orey and Orey Financial
January 1, 2016 - September 11, 2025Led graphic design for corporate materials and marketing collateral across campaigns in Lisbon.
Art Director at Entre Nós Magazine
January 1, 2007 - September 11, 2025Art direction for editorial layouts and visual storytelling in a Lisbon-based magazine.
Art Director at VEGA - Mar & Aventuras Magazine
January 1, 2006 - September 11, 2025Art direction for magazine layouts and features related to maritime and adventure themes.
Art Director at AVON Cosmetics (Madrid)
January 1, 2005 - September 11, 2025Graphic design for cosmetics campaigns and packaging; collaborated with cross-border teams.
Senior Graphic Designer at AVON Cosméticos S.A. (Lisbon)
January 1, 2002 - September 11, 2025Led design of promotional materials and brand communications for the Portuguese division.
Senior Graphic Designer at DRAFT Publicidade (Porto)
January 1, 2000 - September 11, 2025Developed campaigns for clients in Porto, focusing on print and digital media.
Senior Graphic Coordinator at Phalempin-Indústria Gráfica (Porto)
January 1, 1999 - September 11, 2025Coordinate graphic design production and pre-press processes.
Junior Graphic Designer at Atelier Graphic Design data•d•ideias (Lisbon)
January 1, 1998 - September 11, 2025Assisted in graphic design projects and production workflows.
Intern at CHAMA Publicidade, Lda. (Lisbon)
January 1, 1997 - September 11, 2025Advertising agency internship supporting campaigns and production.
Administrative and Accounting Clerk at VÂO Arquitectos Associados, Lda. (Lisbon)
January 1, 1995 - September 11, 2025Responsible for administrative and accounting services at the architecture studio.
Education
Graduation in Advertisement at IADE - Instituto de Artes Visuais Design e Marketing
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997Graphic Design PRO at FLAG
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025German Intensive Course (Level A1) at Goethe Institute - Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025Graduation in Advertising at IADE - Instituto de Artes Visuais Design e Marketing
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997Graphic Design PRO at FLAG
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025German Intensive Course (Level A1) at Goethe-Institut, Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025Graduation in Advertisement at IADE - Instituto de Artes Visuais Design e Marketing
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997Graphic Design PRO at FLAG
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025German Intensive Course (Level A1) at Goethe Institute - Lisbon
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025Qualifications
Graphic Design PRO
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025German Intensive Course (Level A1)
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025Microsoft Office
January 11, 2030 - September 11, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail, Education, Other
Experience Level
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