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I am a versatile Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 15 years of experience shaping editorial design, branding, and high-volume print production. I excel at transforming complex content into engaging visual experiences while maintaining strong brand consistency and a collaborative spirit. I’m currently expanding into UX/UI design and prototyping in Figma to bridge print and digital experiences, guided by visual storytelling and mentorship.…I am a versatile Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 15 years of experience shaping editorial design, branding, and high-volume print production. I excel at transforming complex content into engaging visual experiences while maintaining strong brand consistency and a collaborative spirit. I’m currently expanding into UX/UI design and prototyping in Figma to bridge print and digital experiences, guided by visual storytelling and mentorship.

Carolina Martinez Marin

Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Designer, +1

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I am a versatile Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 15 years of experience shaping editorial design, branding, and high-volume print production. I excel at transforming complex content into engaging visual experiences while maintaining strong brand consistency and a collaborative spirit. I’m currently expanding into UX/UI design and prototyping in Figma to bridge print and digital experiences, guided by visual storytelling and mentorship.…I am a versatile Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 15 years of experience shaping editorial design, branding, and high-volume print production. I excel at transforming complex content into engaging visual experiences while maintaining strong brand consistency and a collaborative spirit. I’m currently expanding into UX/UI design and prototyping in Figma to bridge print and digital experiences, guided by visual storytelling and mentorship.

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I am a versatile Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with over 15 years of experience shaping editorial design, branding, and high-volume print production. I excel at transforming complex content into engaging visual experiences while maintaining strong brand consistency and a collaborative spirit. I’m currently expanding into UX/UI design and prototyping in Figma to bridge print and digital experiences, guided by visual storytelling and mentorship.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Editorial Illustration

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Expert

Expert

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Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Designer at Great Minds

June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025

Delivered layouts and concepts for the Teacher’s Guidance Resource of Geodes Level 3 Language Arts Curriculum. Collaborated with the Content team and Creative Director to explore and develop prototypes for Geodes Level 3 Components (workbooks, warm-up cards and classroom books). Designed and art directed several Geodes Level 3 illustrated books on a variety of subjects within Language Arts programs. Created high-fidelity prototypes for Content and Leadership review, facilitating iterative development and stakeholder alignment.

Senior Graphic Designer at American Bar Association

October 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024

Coordinated and communicated effectively with internal clients on various design projects, including advertisements, brochures, presentations, promotional displays, and signage. Designed and produced over 50 page layouts and cover designs for a diverse range of publications, strictly adhering to established brand guidelines. Coordinated and provided art direction to photographers and illustrators for both magazine and book production.

Senior Graphic Designer (Contract) at Curriculum Associates

April 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022

Developed and iterated prototypes and diverse design solutions for teacher resources and other components of the Magnetic Reading Foundations Program.

Graphic Designer/Illustrator at Freelance, Chicago

June 1, 2016 - October 1, 2021

Provided visual layout and design for three MTG Media Group magazines: CarneTec, Hotels, and Meatingplace. Collaborated with editors, circulation directors, and advertising managers to produce monthly and quarterly issues. Coordinated prepress, printing, and quality assurance to ensure high production standards. Also contributed to the Magnetic Reading Foundations program through art direction and visual development.

Senior Freelance Designer & Illustrator at Self-Employed / Caromartwork

June 1, 2016 - Present

Designed and developed innovative packaging for Hand2Mind, ensuring brand consistency and eye-catching designs. Served as an Illustrator, creating bespoke visual assets for high-end event branding and custom invitations for Pulp & Ink. Created editorial illustrations for phonics and comprehension virtual programs for Lalilio by Renaissance. Executed visual layout and design for national magazines including CarneTec, Hotels, Plate and Meatingplace; collaborated with editors and advertising managers to manage prepress and printing for monthly issues. Developed logos and identity collateral for clients such as The Purple Group, VivArte NYC, and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.

Adjunct Professor at Javeriana University

August 1, 2013 - May 1, 2015

Prepared and delivered comprehensive lesson plans for three courses within the Visual Arts Department, covering editorial design, print production, creative visual book structures, and bookbinding. Instructed and mentored over 75 students per semester in capstone project courses, providing evaluations and constructive feedback. Advised three Master’s theses, guiding students in establishing robust creative frameworks and timelines.

Editorial Designer at Planeta Publishing

February 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013

Designed international book covers and promotional materials for one of South America’s largest publishers, focusing on self-help and children’s literature. Collaborated with writers, editors, marketing, and sales teams to define cohesive visual ideas that accurately conveyed the intended messages for each publication.

Editorial Designer at El Espectador - Cromos

February 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013

Designed insert magazines focusing on parenting, women’s interests, and shopping catalogs. Contributed to CROMOS by designing sections of a monthly general interest magazine with broad national circulation.

Graphic Designer at Rabinovici & Associates

January 1, 2006 - August 1, 2008

Created impactful publicity materials for a variety of clients, managing projects from concept to print and providing strategic ideas to expand reach and enhance brand quality. Designed logos, brochures, and banners for key clients such as Helm Bank and Johnson & Johnson.