From the tropics and magic realism: Medellín, Colombia. Passionate about illustration & handmade details. As a Graphic Textile Designer & Illustrator, I design prints and fabrics for fashion brands, with a focus on branding, packaging, and visual campaigns.…

Sara Buitrago

From the tropics and magic realism: Medellín, Colombia. Passionate about illustration & handmade details. As a Graphic Textile Designer & Illustrator, I design prints and fabrics for fashion brands, with a focus on branding, packaging, and visual campaigns.…

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From the tropics and magic realism: Medellín, Colombia. Passionate about illustration & handmade details.

As a Graphic Textile Designer & Illustrator, I design prints and fabrics for fashion brands, with a focus on branding, packaging, and visual campaigns.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Textile Designer at ESPRIT COL
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Designed prints and fabrics for collections in both young women’s and adult women’s fashion lines; developed hand-drawn illustrations, placement designs, all-over prints, and translated concepts into CADs and garment patterns.
Graphic Textile & Illustrator at AGUA BENDITA S.A.S
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
In charge of designing or illustrating packaging for every product line, ensuring visual consistency and brand alignment.
Graphic Textile & Illustrator at FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDEN
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created social media content for multiple brands, supporting branding, product development, and graphic production for events.
Graphic Designer at IT’S NOW STUDIO
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Created social media content and assets, supporting branding, product development, and graphic production for multiple brands.
Intern Graphic Designer at LINEA DIRECTA S.A.S
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Internship focusing on graphic design tasks, assisting with campaigns, layouts, and production.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Colegiatura Colombiana
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Master’s Degree in Textile and Surface Design at IED - Istituto Europeo di Design
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Cours de Civilisation Française at Université Paris La Sorbonne
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Summer Adventure Program at Florida, United States
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Northwood University Education at Northwood University
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Consumer Goods

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