My work is shaped by music, art, and the many ways cultures express themselves. I draw inspiration from sensory experiences — from what is seen and heard to what is felt, observed, and remembered. Working across diverse industries has taught me to think holistically, pay close attention to detail, and value collaboration as a space for growth.…

Ruth Ferreira

My work is shaped by music, art, and the many ways cultures express themselves. I draw inspiration from sensory experiences — from what is seen and heard to what is felt, observed, and remembered. Working across diverse industries has taught me to think holistically, pay close attention to detail, and value collaboration as a space for growth.…

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My work is shaped by music, art, and the many ways cultures express themselves. I draw inspiration from sensory experiences — from what is seen and heard to what is felt, observed, and remembered. Working across diverse industries has taught me to think holistically, pay close attention to detail, and value collaboration as a space for growth.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Creative Designer at Rivers & Grey
July 1, 2019 - November 4, 2024
Delivering branding, graphic design, marketing assets, brochures, print layouts, events asset and signage. Responsible for managing part of the creative team and project tasks, coordinating with clients when necessary.
Senior Creative Designer & Illustrator Freelancer at Self-employed
January 1, 2015 - Present
Freelance branding, illustration, and design services for an organic body and soul products brand; development of brand identity and marketing assets.
Senior Designer Research & Design at Research & Design
June 1, 2009 - October 1, 2015
Web designer developing websites and digital marketing campaigns for corporate brands such as Banco Best, Tranquilidade Seguros, Cetelem, LOGO, Activia, Garcias, and others.
Senior Designer at UP Partner
January 1, 2008 - June 1, 2009
Developing a wide variety of graphic and branding projects for events, retail, and corporate communication for SONAE, Procter & Gamble, Unicer, and others. Served as creative team and internship coordinator.
Web Designer at Waynext
October 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Class Room Instructress at Vassal Ward Youth Project
January 1, 2005 - Present
Web Designer at Mind, SA.
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Window Designer at Kookai; Sisley; Naf-Naf
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2001
Senior Creative Designer & Illustrator at Histórias da Pele
January 1, 2015 - Present
Independent Business Owner, delivering various creative projects for clients, focusing on innovative design and meaningful collaboration.
Senior Creative Designer at Rivers & Grey, London, UK
July 1, 2019 - November 1, 2024
Worked with a wide range of brands, media companies, and startups, delivering branding, graphic design, marketing assets, and project management.
Senior Designer at Research & Design, Lisbon, Portugal
June 1, 2009 - October 1, 2015
Primarily worked as a Web Designer, developing websites and digital marketing campaigns for corporate brands.
Senior Designer at UP Partner, Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 2008 - June 1, 2009
Developed graphic and branding projects for events and corporate communication, managing the creative team.
Web Designer at Waynext, Lisbon, Portugal
October 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Created and designed web content for various clients, focusing on user experience and innovative digital solutions.

Education

Master of Graphic Communication at University for the Creative Arts (UCA), Surrey, UK
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
1st Degree in Graphic Design at I.A.D.E. University Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Diploma – Children’s Books Illustration at The Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design, London, UK
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Diploma – Illustration Techniques at CAM - Gulbenkian, Lisboa, Portugal
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Master at University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
1st Degree at I.A.D.E. University
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Master at University for the Creative Arts (UCA) Surrey, UK
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
1st Degree at I.A.D.E. University Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Master at University for the Creative Arts (UCA) Surrey, UK
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
1st Degree at I.A.D.E. University Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Diploma - Children’s Books Illustration
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Diploma - Illustration Techniques
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Reiki Master
January 1, 2024 - January 22, 2026
Diploma in Children’s Books Illustration
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Diploma in Illustration Techniques
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Reiki Master
January 1, 2024 - January 22, 2026
Diploma in Children’s Books Illustration
January 1, 2004 - January 22, 2026
Diploma in Illustration Techniques
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Reiki Master
January 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Diploma in Children’s Books Illustration
January 1, 2004 - February 18, 2026
Diploma in Illustration Techniques
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Other

Skills

Experience Level