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Hi, I’m Laura Sanabria Mendez—a dedicated Advertising Designer from Cartago, Costa Rica. I’ve spent 15 years combining customer service, process analysis, and graphic design to deliver branding, editorial content, and social media visuals that resonate with audiences.
I’m creative and detail‑oriented, proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite, and enjoy turning concepts into impact-rich visuals while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to understand user needs and drive continuous improvement.
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Language
English
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience
Service Team Analyst at Uber
October 31, 2016 - August 20, 2025While primarily a service role, leveraged design skills to create internal presentations, data visualizations, and workflow graphics. Supported cross-functional teams by designing visual aids that improved understanding of analytical findings. Developed insights and presentations to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives. Gained expertise in collaborative platforms (Jira, Slack, Zoom) and applied process improvement methodologies. Optimized applications and conducted detailed reviews to detect and correct errors.
Freelance Designer at Remote
December 31, 2019 - October 27, 2025Developed branding packages for local startups including logo design, color palette, typography. Graphic design for social media including carousel posts, ads, and interactive content. Editorial design for catalogs, brochures, and corporate presentations. Created expressive illustrations focused on portraits, blending emotion with visual storytelling.
Chat Agent at BD Services IMAS
January 20, 2016 - October 3, 2016Provided customer service through digital channels, strengthening communication and multitasking skills applicable to fast-paced creative environments. Navigated chat platforms, email systems, and scheduling tools to deliver seamless service.
Customer Service Agent at Sykes Costa Rica
January 29, 2010 - July 28, 2015Created training materials and visual guides, and trained new staff to enhance team collaboration. Provided phone support, explained services, and promoted sales with strong communication skills.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Advertising Design at Americana University
January 20, 2016 - October 27, 2020Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet
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