Hi, I'm Gloria Ruiz Meléndez, a photographer and visual communications specialist based in Essen, Germany. I hold an MA in Photography Studies and Practice, and I work across editorial photography, branding, and multimedia editing for a diverse range of clients in Europe and Latin America. I love turning ideas into compelling images and stories, and I enjoy bridging cultural perspectives through photography and design. Fluent in Spanish and English with solid German skills, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy public speaking, creative writing, and cross-cultural exchange. My work spans press photo editing, studio photography, graphic design, and project coordination, always guided by curiosity and a collaborative spirit.

Gloria Ruiz Meléndez

Hi, I'm Gloria Ruiz Meléndez, a photographer and visual communications specialist based in Essen, Germany. I hold an MA in Photography Studies and Practice, and I work across editorial photography, branding, and multimedia editing for a diverse range of clients in Europe and Latin America. I love turning ideas into compelling images and stories, and I enjoy bridging cultural perspectives through photography and design. Fluent in Spanish and English with solid German skills, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy public speaking, creative writing, and cross-cultural exchange. My work spans press photo editing, studio photography, graphic design, and project coordination, always guided by curiosity and a collaborative spirit.

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Hi, I’m Gloria Ruiz Meléndez, a photographer and visual communications specialist based in Essen, Germany. I hold an MA in Photography Studies and Practice, and I work across editorial photography, branding, and multimedia editing for a diverse range of clients in Europe and Latin America. I love turning ideas into compelling images and stories, and I enjoy bridging cultural perspectives through photography and design.

Fluent in Spanish and English with solid German skills, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy public speaking, creative writing, and cross-cultural exchange. My work spans press photo editing, studio photography, graphic design, and project coordination, always guided by curiosity and a collaborative spirit.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Press Photo Editor at European Pressphoto Agency
June 1, 2025 - Present
Bildredakteurin + Multimedia
Fotografin (Studentische Aushilfe) at PicturePeople GmbH
November 30, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Fotografin + Kundenberatung in Studio
Abuse and Risk Prevention Investigator at Amazon DE, Amazon Inc.
August 31, 2021 - October 11, 2025
Backoffice-Kundendienst L3
Graphic Design & Photography Freelance at Various Clients (IM-Defensoras, HIVOS Guatemala, José Alaniz Psychology Practice, Speratum Biopharma)
January 31, 2020 - October 11, 2025
Graphic design projects and photography assignments; branding and social media assets
Frontline-Chat Customer Support at Concentrix Nicaragua
December 31, 2018 - October 11, 2025
Kundendienst; Microsoft Xbox Konto-Kundendienst
Assistant – Glenda Martínez Fotografía at Glenda Martínez Fotografía
September 30, 2017 - October 11, 2025
Assistentin im Fotostudio; Layoutgestaltung für Broschüren und CDs; Logistik, Buchungen, Terminmanagement; Zweite Kamera; Social Media Management; Pre- und Postproduction Fotografie für Hochzeiten, Studio-, Werbe- und Eventfotografie
Graphic Design & Creative Work at Veint3 S.A.
December 31, 2015 - October 11, 2025
Kreative Konzeption von Designprojekten; Layout; Illustration; Kreativitätsworkshops; Markenbildung; Community-Management; Content Creation; Fotografie
Graphic Design & Photography Projects and Commissions at Self-Employed / Freelance
November 30, 2013 - October 11, 2025
Grafikdesign-Projekte und Fotografie-Aufträge
Praktikum at SONIDO S.A. HECHO Magazine
June 30, 2009 - October 11, 2025
Logistik, Layoutdesign und Fotografie für das Magazin HECHO
Praktikum at LA PRENSA
February 28, 2007 - October 11, 2025
Fotojournalismus

Education

M.A. Photography Studies and Research at Folkwang Universität der Künste
October 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025
M.A. Photography Studies and Practice at Folkwang Universität der Künste
October 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025
B.A. Graphic Design at Polytechnische Universität Nicaragua
February 1, 2007 - December 31, 2012
Schulabschluss (Schule im Ausland) at Deutsche Schule Managua, Nicaragua
February 1, 2000 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

DAAD Studienstipendien – Aufbau-Studium im Fachbereich Bildende Kunst, Design/visuelle Kommunikation und Film
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
DAAD Studienstipendien – Aufbau-Studium im Fachbereich Bildende Kunst, Design/visuelle Kommunikation und Film
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education