I'm a freelance graphic designer and visual artist based in Medellín, Colombia, with a focus on editorial design, branding and fashion imagery. I enjoy delivering polished visuals across illustration, photography, and motion graphics, and I'm passionate about fashion, logos, art direction, and graphic design. I have an undergraduate degree in Graphic Design from a university, and I continually expand my craft through workshops and collaborations. I bring attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a drive to learn something new on every project.

Joel Ri Vera

I'm a freelance graphic designer and visual artist based in Medellín, Colombia, with a focus on editorial design, branding and fashion imagery. I enjoy delivering polished visuals across illustration, photography, and motion graphics, and I'm passionate about fashion, logos, art direction, and graphic design. I have an undergraduate degree in Graphic Design from a university, and I continually expand my craft through workshops and collaborations. I bring attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a drive to learn something new on every project.

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I’m a freelance graphic designer and visual artist based in Medellín, Colombia, with a focus on editorial design, branding and fashion imagery. I enjoy delivering polished visuals across illustration, photography, and motion graphics, and I’m passionate about fashion, logos, art direction, and graphic design.

I have an undergraduate degree in Graphic Design from a university, and I continually expand my craft through workshops and collaborations. I bring attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a drive to learn something new on every project.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Young Records
January 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance graphic designer focusing on editorial design and brand creation; demonstrated dedication, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach across multiple projects.
Photographer at Barbershop89
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Photographed portraits and barbershop-related visuals; contributed to content creation and visual storytelling.
Community Manager at Barbershop89
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Managed social media presence, community engagement, and content strategy to grow brand visibility.
Diseñador Gráfico (Freelance) at Young Records
January 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance graphic designer focusing on editorial design and brand creation; active 2019–present.

Education

Fashion Photography at La escuela de Moda y Producto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Product Photography at La escuela de Moda y Producto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Workshop: Portrait Photography at La escuela de Moda y Producto
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Graduado at Cesde
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Graphic Design (Undergraduate) at University
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Portrait Photography Workshop at La Escuela de Moda y Producto
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Graduated in Fashion Photography / Product Photography at La Escuela de Moda y Producto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Graduated at La Escuela de Moda y Producto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Honorable Mention - Best Average
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Honorable Mention - Best Process
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Honorable Mention - Best Project
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Honorable mention - Best Average
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Honorable mention - Best Process
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Honorable mention - Best Project
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Manufacturing, Other