I am a creative digital designer based in Vancouver, BC, passionate about helping tech companies bring their products and messages to life through clear, user-centered, and brand-aligned visual communication. With a background in commerce and digital design, I continuously grow through workshops, courses, and hands-on projects, focusing on design thinking and proactive collaboration. I am skilled in creating impactful visuals and engaging user experiences across a variety of platforms, combining both technical know-how and creative problem-solving. I have experience working on diverse projects including social media campaigns, brand identity, UX/UI design, video production, and motion graphics. I am a flexible and adaptable professional who thrives on teamwork and communication, always aiming to design solutions that truly meet user needs while driving strategic goals for organizations and clients.

Amaranta (Amie) Valtierra

I am a creative digital designer based in Vancouver, BC, passionate about helping tech companies bring their products and messages to life through clear, user-centered, and brand-aligned visual communication. With a background in commerce and digital design, I continuously grow through workshops, courses, and hands-on projects, focusing on design thinking and proactive collaboration. I am skilled in creating impactful visuals and engaging user experiences across a variety of platforms, combining both technical know-how and creative problem-solving. I have experience working on diverse projects including social media campaigns, brand identity, UX/UI design, video production, and motion graphics. I am a flexible and adaptable professional who thrives on teamwork and communication, always aiming to design solutions that truly meet user needs while driving strategic goals for organizations and clients.

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I am a creative digital designer based in Vancouver, BC, passionate about helping tech companies bring their products and messages to life through clear, user-centered, and brand-aligned visual communication. With a background in commerce and digital design, I continuously grow through workshops, courses, and hands-on projects, focusing on design thinking and proactive collaboration. I am skilled in creating impactful visuals and engaging user experiences across a variety of platforms, combining both technical know-how and creative problem-solving.

I have experience working on diverse projects including social media campaigns, brand identity, UX/UI design, video production, and motion graphics. I am a flexible and adaptable professional who thrives on teamwork and communication, always aiming to design solutions that truly meet user needs while driving strategic goals for organizations and clients.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Videographer at Creative Mornings (volunteer)
May 1, 2025 - Present
Captured and set up professional camera equipment for monthly events, ensuring high-quality footage tailored for international marketing exposure. Supported visual storytelling aligned with branding and outreach goals.
Social Media Designer at Tech2Step (volunteer)
April 1, 2025 - Present
Designed all visual assets including event branding, logos, banners, social media graphics, email templates, certificates, and presentation decks.
UX/UI Designer at IterateUX Design Challenge
April 30, 2024 - August 14, 2025
Designed a new e-commerce feature for Amazon Prime Video's app in a 6-week UX case study, focusing on seamless transition between shows and purchasing products featured in scenes. Contributed mainly to research, user testing, UI development, and presentation design. Presented a live-streamed review for the community on YouTube.
Motion Graphic Designer at "Bees make life bloom" project
March 1, 2024 - August 14, 2025
Created a 10-second 2D motion graphic highlighting the importance of bees in sustaining life. Demonstrated skills in composition, character design, and animation using Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects. Delivered impactful, engaging visuals for social media campaigns.
Freelance Videographer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Shooting and producing wedding cinematographic films, including direction, videography, music editing, and composition.
UX/UI Designer at IterateUX Design Challenge
September 30, 2023 - August 14, 2025
Collaborated with a team of 4 designers for a 5-week UX case study, designing a new language learning app prototype for Duolingo focusing on conversation skills and cultural immersion. Conducted user research, competitive analysis, interviews, wireframes, high fidelity prototyping, and final case study layout using Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Freelance Digital Designer
January 1, 2019 - Present
Developed several projects while continuously improving skills through UX/UI design workshops, courses, and volunteering. Created visual content for breast cancer awareness, including videos, graphics, and infographics for social media. Designed cohesive brand identities delivering logo designs, iconography, and marketing assets.
Digital Designer at Dense Breast Canada (volunteer)
December 31, 2018 - August 14, 2025
Worked with marketing team to create visual content for breast cancer awareness month, including videos, photo editing, graphics, and infographics for social media platforms.
Customer Service Representative at YWCA
June 30, 2018 - August 14, 2025
Ensured seamless communication across departments, addressed guest and travel agent inquiries with a proactive and effective approach.
Reservations Agent at Hilton Garden Inn
June 30, 2016 - August 14, 2025
Achieved monthly targets, up-sold services, and secured repeat business through individual and corporate reservations as a dynamic marketing agent.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce at De La Salle University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004
Digital Design Diploma at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet