I am an experienced Communications Specialist, Graphic Designer, Videographer, and Photographer with 10+ years in international organizations such as UNHCR and UNCTAD. I lead visual communications for UNHCR Europe, producing branded digital content, videos, photography, and the layout of reports and advocacy materials for 30+ country offices. I excel in creative direction, content production, and mentoring teams. I turn complex humanitarian and policy topics into accessible stories, develop visual storytelling strategies, and collaborate with 30+ country offices to deliver content across platforms under tight deadlines. I am proudly multicultural—born in Colombia, with a Japanese father and an Italian-Colombian mother—bringing cultural sensitivity to every project and a knack for creating engaging team icebreakers that foster collaboration and creativity.…

Erika Morishita

I am an experienced Communications Specialist, Graphic Designer, Videographer, and Photographer with 10+ years in international organizations such as UNHCR and UNCTAD. I lead visual communications for UNHCR Europe, producing branded digital content, videos, photography, and the layout of reports and advocacy materials for 30+ country offices. I excel in creative direction, content production, and mentoring teams. I turn complex humanitarian and policy topics into accessible stories, develop visual storytelling strategies, and collaborate with 30+ country offices to deliver content across platforms under tight deadlines. I am proudly multicultural—born in Colombia, with a Japanese father and an Italian-Colombian mother—bringing cultural sensitivity to every project and a knack for creating engaging team icebreakers that foster collaboration and creativity.…

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I am an experienced Communications Specialist, Graphic Designer, Videographer, and Photographer with 10+ years in international organizations such as UNHCR and UNCTAD. I lead visual communications for UNHCR Europe, producing branded digital content, videos, photography, and the layout of reports and advocacy materials for 30+ country offices. I excel in creative direction, content production, and mentoring teams.

I turn complex humanitarian and policy topics into accessible stories, develop visual storytelling strategies, and collaborate with 30+ country offices to deliver content across platforms under tight deadlines. I am proudly multicultural—born in Colombia, with a Japanese father and an Italian-Colombian mother—bringing cultural sensitivity to every project and a knack for creating engaging team icebreakers that foster collaboration and creativity.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Communications Associate at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Regional Bureau for Europe (RBE)
August 1, 2020 - September 1, 2025
Led and oversaw RBE’s visual communications for five years, ensuring alignment with UNHCR’s brand and mission across regional content and digital platforms. Conceptualized, created, and published high-impact digital content including infographics, carousels, newsletters, emergency updates, donor visibility materials, and webpages. Specialized in desktop-published reports, banners, and brochures; developed visual storytelling strategies translating humanitarian and policy issues into accessible narratives. Collaborated with 30+ country offices to provide operational design and communication support, helping shape regional campaigns and local messaging. Created social media assets in Adobe CC and Canva for cross-platform use; managed a part-time graphic designer and delivered under tight deadlines.
Multimedia and Communication Expert at UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE ON TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT (UNCTAD) TRAINFORTRADE (TFT) PROGRAMME
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2020
Led the digital communication and rebranding strategy for the TFT Programme, focusing on clear, engaging storytelling of trade and development topics. Produced over 200 multimedia outputs including short videos, tutorials, interactive e-learning modules, and social media content to expand TFT’s global reach. Created digital learning and promotional content to support international capacity-building programmes and public engagement. Designed and co-managed the TFT website, ensuring content accessibility and usability for a global user base. Coordinated social media campaigns and digital events that spotlighted TFT’s impact, aligning messaging with UN development goals.
Media and Communication Consultant at Freelance & Short-Term Consultancies
July 1, 2013 - July 1, 2020
Developed and executed communications and media strategies for public institutions and non-profits, particularly in policy, sustainability, and development. Delivered end-to-end content production (writing, visual design, web, video), emphasizing data-driven storytelling and public engagement. Created advocacy materials, pitched stories to media stakeholders, and conducted media analysis to shape tactics and monitor campaign impact. Supported outreach and community engagement for clients by producing user-centered, cross-platform content.

Education

Certificate in Design and Digital Arts at Elisava University School of Design and Engineering of Barcelona
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Master in Media Practice for Development and Social Change (Merit) at University of Sussex, Department of Media, Film and Music, Brighton, United Kingdom
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Media Practice for Development and Social Change Scholarship (University of Sussex)
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Government

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Experience Level