Hello! I'm Cristina, a Lisbon-based graphic designer with a passion for visual storytelling. I love combining branding, illustration, and thoughtful layout to create work that feels fresh, cohesive, and ready for the real world. I’m always exploring new techniques and tools to bring ideas to life, from print materials to digital campaigns. I enjoy collaborating with clients and teams to turn concepts into polished visuals that communicate clearly and delight users.…

Cristina Simões Praia Verde

Hello! I'm Cristina, a Lisbon-based graphic designer with a passion for visual storytelling. I love combining branding, illustration, and thoughtful layout to create work that feels fresh, cohesive, and ready for the real world. I’m always exploring new techniques and tools to bring ideas to life, from print materials to digital campaigns. I enjoy collaborating with clients and teams to turn concepts into polished visuals that communicate clearly and delight users.…

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Hello! I’m Cristina, a Lisbon-based graphic designer with a passion for visual storytelling. I love combining branding, illustration, and thoughtful layout to create work that feels fresh, cohesive, and ready for the real world.

I’m always exploring new techniques and tools to bring ideas to life, from print materials to digital campaigns. I enjoy collaborating with clients and teams to turn concepts into polished visuals that communicate clearly and delight users.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Housekeeper at Cristina Simões Praia Verde, Castro Marim
August 1, 2015 - September 28, 2025
Graphic Designer at Freelance (Remote)
August 1, 2019 - Present
Sales Assistant at OKOKOO - The Kitchen Hub, Alto dos Moinhos, Lisbon
January 31, 2021 - September 28, 2025
Sales Assistant at Manuel Tavares
May 31, 2023 - September 28, 2025
Graphic Designer at Wild Planet (Frielas), Lisbon
August 1, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Housekeeper at Cristina Simões
August 1, 2015 - September 28, 2025
Maintained cleanliness and room readiness, supported guest services with attentive hospitality.
Lifeguard at Instituto de Socorro a Náufragos
August 1, 2015 - September 28, 2025
Ensured beach safety, performed rescues when needed, and provided first aid.
Sales Assistant at OKOKOO - The Kitchen Hub
January 1, 2021 - September 28, 2025
Customer service, sales support, and merchandising in Lisbon store.
Sales Assistant at Manuel Tavares Betesga
May 1, 2023 - September 28, 2025
Customer service and sales support in Lisbon retail environment.
Graphic Designer at Wild Planet
August 1, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Design and branding work for clients in Lisbon area.
Graphic Designer at Freelancer (Remote)
August 1, 2019 - Present
Remote graphic design projects including branding, illustration, and layout.
Lifeguard at Instituto de Socorro a Náufragos
September 1, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Lifeguard on Praia do Cabo, Castro Marim; ensured safety and first response
Housekeeper at Praia Verde
August 1, 2015 - September 28, 2025
Housekeeping duties at Praia Verde, Castro Marim
Sales Assistant at COOKOO - The Kitchen Hub
January 1, 2021 - September 28, 2025
Customer service, sales support, merchandising
Sales Assistant at Manuel Tavares
May 1, 2023 - September 28, 2025
Sales assistant in Betesga, Lisbon
Graphic Designer at Wild Planet
August 1, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Graphic design work in Frielas, Lisbon
Graphic Designer at Freelance (Remote)
August 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance design work, remote
Housekeeper at Praia Verde
August 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
Maintained housekeeping for private residence at Praia Verde, Castro Marim, including cleaning, organization, and guest-ready preparation.
Sales Assistant at COOKOO - The Kitchen Hub
January 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
Assisted customers, managed sales, merchandising, and stock at a Lisbon location.
Sales Assistant at Manuel Tavares Betesga
May 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Customer service and sales support in a Lisbon store.
Graphic Designer at Wild Planet
August 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Graphic design work for brand and digital/print assets.
Graphic Designer (Freelance)
August 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance graphic design work performed remotely for clients.

Education

Undergraduate degree in Design at IADE - Creative University
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019
Master's degree in Graphic Design at FIDI - Florence Institute of Design International
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Undergraduate Degree in Design at IADE Creative University
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019
Master's Degree in Graphic Design at Florence Institute of Design International
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Undergraduate degree in Design at Lisbon, Portugal
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019
Master degree in Graphic Design at Florence Institute of Design International
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Undergraduate degree in Design at IADE - Creative University
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019
Master's degree in Graphic Design at Florence Institute of Design International
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level