I'm a multidisciplinary designer with 7+ years of experience in graphic design, illustration, and handpoke tattooing. I create bold, functional, and accessible designs that communicate clearly and resonate with diverse audiences. I work fast, able to work as part of a team and independently. My goal is to connect people through thoughtful, creative solutions—always delivered with efficiency, intention, and care.…

Pifa alarcon

I'm a multidisciplinary designer with 7+ years of experience in graphic design, illustration, and handpoke tattooing. I create bold, functional, and accessible designs that communicate clearly and resonate with diverse audiences. I work fast, able to work as part of a team and independently. My goal is to connect people through thoughtful, creative solutions—always delivered with efficiency, intention, and care.…

Available to hire

I’m a multidisciplinary designer with 7+ years of experience in graphic design, illustration, and handpoke tattooing. I create bold, functional, and accessible designs that communicate clearly and resonate with diverse audiences.

I work fast, able to work as part of a team and independently. My goal is to connect people through thoughtful, creative solutions—always delivered with efficiency, intention, and care.

See more

Skills

Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer – Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Collaborated closely with clients to deliver designs aligned with their vision and values. Created logos, brand identities, marketing materials such as flyers, business cards, social media assets, and websites using platforms like Squarespace, Wix, and Odoo.
Handpoke Tattoo Artist – Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed all aspects of the tattoo business including flash and custom design creation. Utilized iPad and Procreate for digital illustration, concept development, and merchandising. Designed and tattooed custom artwork for clients, maintained an engaging online presence, and handled bookings, communication, and branding.
Graphic Designer at Okanagan Crush Pad
December 31, 2017 - July 18, 2025
Designed brochures, wine labels, and social media assets for the Okanagan-based winery.
Graphic Designer at AdMok Creative Inc.
December 31, 2017 - July 18, 2025
Designed print and digital marketing assets for clients such as Mr. Lube, Boston Pizza, and United Way.
Instructor at Cornerstone College (CICCC)
December 31, 2016 - July 18, 2025
Instructor for the Web and App Mobile Development program teaching Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Introduction to social media.
Graphic Designer at Cornerstone College (CICCC)
December 31, 2016 - July 18, 2025
Handled all design needs for the Marketing team creating content for specific markets and campaigns. Produced website and social media assets and designed all visuals for the HQ office.
Specialist at Apple Canada (Pacific Centre)
December 31, 2016 - July 18, 2025
Provided AAA customer service, assisted with product education and AppleCare support. Maintained visual merchandising standards as part of the Visuals Team.
Graphic Designer – Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Collaborated closely with clients to deliver design work aligned with their vision and values. Created logos, brand identities, marketing materials such as flyers, business cards, social media assets, and websites built on Squarespace, Wix, and Odoo platforms.
Handpoke Tattoo Artist – Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed all business aspects including creating flash and custom designs. Used iPad and Procreate for digital illustration, concept development, and merchandising creation. Designed and tattooed custom artwork for clients, maintained an engaging online presence, handled bookings, communication, and branding, and created an online "Intro to Handpoke" workshop to teach basics of the craft.
Founder & Creative Director at TattooerDB
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created a tattoo artist community and searchable platform for discovering tattoo artists by style, identity, and values. Developed UX, branding, and community guidelines with a trauma-informed lens. Built strategic partnerships and coordinated artist outreach/testing.
Co-founder at More Than Inkers (Tattoo Union Co-op)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Building an artist-led co-op/union to support tattooers beyond booking platforms. Focus on equity, mental health, mutual aid, and economic sustainability. Collaborated with UCI for grant strategy, legal, and financial guidance.
Graphic Designer at Okanagan Crush Pad
December 31, 2017 - July 28, 2025
Designed brochures, wine labels, and social media assets for an Okanagan-based winery.
Graphic Designer at AdMok Creative Inc.
December 31, 2017 - July 28, 2025
Designed and created print-ready and digital marketing assets for clients such as Mr. Lube, Boston Pizza, and United Way. Multi-tasked and worked in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic Design Instructor at Cornerstone College (CICCC)
December 31, 2016 - July 28, 2025
Instructor at the Web and App Mobile Development program. Taught Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Introduction to social media. Created curriculum blending technical and conceptual design skills.
Graphic Designer at Cornerstone College (CICCC)
December 31, 2016 - July 28, 2025
Handled all design needs for the Marketing team, creating content for specific markets and campaigns. Designed website and social media assets, along with all visuals needed at the headquarters office.
Specialist at Apple Canada (Pacific Centre)
December 31, 2016 - July 28, 2025
Provided AAA customer service, assisted with product education and AppleCare support. Maintained visual merchandising standards as part of the Visuals Team.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Collaborated closely with clients to deliver designs aligned with their vision and values. Created logos, brand identities, marketing materials (flyers, business cards, social media assets), and websites (Squarespace, Wix, Odoo).
Handpoke Tattoo Artist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - Present
Managed all business aspects. Created flash and custom designs. Used iPad and Procreate for digital illustration, concept development and merchandising creation. Designed and tattooed custom artwork for clients. Maintained an engaging online presence and handled bookings, communication, and branding. Created an online "Intro to Handpoke" workshop for folks to learn the basics to the craft.
Graphic Designer at AdMok Creative Inc.
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Designed and created print-ready and digital marketing assets for clients such as Mr. Lube, Boston Pizza, and United Way. Multi-tasked and worked in a fast-paced environment.
Graphic Design Instructor at Cornerstone College (CICCC)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Instructor at the Web and App Mobile Development program. Teaching Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Introduction to social media. Created curriculum blending technical and conceptual design skills.
Graphic Designer at Cornerstone College (CICCC)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Covered all design needs for the Marketing team, worked side by side to create content for each specific market and campaign. Created website and social media assets, as well as designed all visuals needed at the HQ office.
Specialist at Apple Canada (Pacific Centre)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Provided AAA customer service, assisted with product education and AppleCare support. Maintained visual merchandising standards as part of the Visuals Team.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Universidad de Málaga, Spain
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Diploma at BCFE, Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Universidad de Málaga, Spain
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Diploma at BCFE, Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Certificate at BCIT + Emily Carr
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Diploma in Classical & Computer Animation at BCFE, Dublin, Ireland
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Universidad de Málaga, Spain
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Communication Design Essentials Certificate
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Other

Skills

Experience Level