As a passionate graphic designer, I view design as a powerful medium for communication and connection. Graphic Design is more than just creating visuals; it's the art of bringing ideas, emotions, messages, and even freedom to express my Spanish background in a way that resonates with people. At the age of 18, I moved from Spain to Dubai on a basketball scholarship, entering a new environment without family, friends, or fluency in English. I faced language barriers and cultural differences, which challenged me but also helped shape my growth. During this time, graphic design became a creative outlet and a way to connect with my new life. Reflecting on the past four years, I recognize this journey as one of the most demanding and rewarding experiences of my life, and I remain profoundly grateful for AUD’s opportunity, which has helped me become the professional I am today. Graphic design allows me to use creativity to solve problems, inspire change, and tell stories that matter. Through design, I can blend function with beauty, and it’s this ability to visually communicate complex concepts that I find most fulfilling in my major.

Alicia Campillo

As a passionate graphic designer, I view design as a powerful medium for communication and connection. Graphic Design is more than just creating visuals; it's the art of bringing ideas, emotions, messages, and even freedom to express my Spanish background in a way that resonates with people. At the age of 18, I moved from Spain to Dubai on a basketball scholarship, entering a new environment without family, friends, or fluency in English. I faced language barriers and cultural differences, which challenged me but also helped shape my growth. During this time, graphic design became a creative outlet and a way to connect with my new life. Reflecting on the past four years, I recognize this journey as one of the most demanding and rewarding experiences of my life, and I remain profoundly grateful for AUD’s opportunity, which has helped me become the professional I am today. Graphic design allows me to use creativity to solve problems, inspire change, and tell stories that matter. Through design, I can blend function with beauty, and it’s this ability to visually communicate complex concepts that I find most fulfilling in my major.

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As a passionate graphic designer, I view design as a powerful medium for communication and connection. Graphic Design is more than just creating visuals; it’s the art of bringing ideas, emotions, messages, and even freedom to express my Spanish background in a way that resonates with people. At the age of 18, I moved from Spain to Dubai on a basketball scholarship, entering a new environment without family, friends, or fluency in English. I faced language barriers and cultural differences, which challenged me but also helped shape my growth. During this time, graphic design became a creative outlet and a way to connect with my new life.

Reflecting on the past four years, I recognize this journey as one of the most demanding and rewarding experiences of my life, and I remain profoundly grateful for AUD’s opportunity, which has helped me become the professional I am today. Graphic design allows me to use creativity to solve problems, inspire change, and tell stories that matter. Through design, I can blend function with beauty, and it’s this ability to visually communicate complex concepts that I find most fulfilling in my major.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Scratch Advertising & Communication, Dubai
June 1, 2025 - Present
Worked as a graphic designer contributing creative advertising and graphic design projects.
Sports Coordinator at Dubai Corporate Games, Dubai, UAE
August 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Coordinated sports activities during the Dubai Corporate Games event.
Storefront Vinyl Designer at Atlas Vital, Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Designed storefront vinyls for retail display.
Assistant Basketball Coach at Twenty Four Basketball Academy, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Assisted in coaching basketball players and managing training sessions.
Assistant Basketball Coach at Al Riyadi Basketball Academy, Dubai, UAE
September 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Provided coaching assistance during basketball training seasons.
Assistant Basketball Coach at JAM Sports Academy, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Assisted in basketball coaching activities and training for students.
Clothing Saleswoman at M&S Mode, Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Worked in retail, assisting customers and managing clothing sales.
Graphic Designer at Scratch Advertising & Communication, Dubai
June 1, 2025 - Present
Role as a graphic designer involving creative advertising and graphic design projects.
Creative Advertising & Graphic Design Intern at Scratch Advertising & Communication, Dubai
June 1, 2025 - Present
Internship focused on creative advertising and graphic design.
Storefront Vinyl Designer at Atlas Vital, Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Designed storefront vinyl graphics for the company.
Assistant Basketball Coach at Twenty Four Basketball Academy, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Provided coaching support at the basketball academy.
Assistant Basketball Coach at Al Riyadi Basketball Academy, Dubai, UAE
September 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Supported basketball coaching activities at the academy.
Assistant Basketball Coach at JAM Sports Academy, Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Assisted in basketball coaching duties at the sports academy.
Clothing Saleswoman at M&S Mode, Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2023 - August 26, 2025
Engaged in clothing sales and customer service.
Sports Coordinator at Dubai Corporate Games, Dubai, UAE
August 1, 2025 - August 26, 2025
Coordinated sports events and activities.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication Major in Graphic Design at American University in Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Advance Humanities Studies at IES Khalil Gibran, Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication at American University in Dubai, UAE
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Advance Humanities Studies at IES Khalil Gibran, Madrid, Spain
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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