I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer and Master of Digital Media with over 10 years of experience creating visual solutions for clients around the world. My work spans branding, editorial, digital, UI/UX design, and creative direction, always shaped by a thoughtful approach and a clear understanding of each project's goals. Living and working across different countries has shaped how I see the world and how I design. It’s made me adaptable, open, and comfortable navigating unfamiliar challenges. I thrive in collaborative settings, but I’m also confident leading projects or working independently from start to finish. I care deeply about design that feels purposeful and well-crafted, and I’m always looking for new projects that challenge me creatively and bring something meaningful to the table.

Karina Bittencourt

I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer and Master of Digital Media with over 10 years of experience creating visual solutions for clients around the world. My work spans branding, editorial, digital, UI/UX design, and creative direction, always shaped by a thoughtful approach and a clear understanding of each project's goals. Living and working across different countries has shaped how I see the world and how I design. It’s made me adaptable, open, and comfortable navigating unfamiliar challenges. I thrive in collaborative settings, but I’m also confident leading projects or working independently from start to finish. I care deeply about design that feels purposeful and well-crafted, and I’m always looking for new projects that challenge me creatively and bring something meaningful to the table.

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I’m a multidisciplinary graphic designer and Master of Digital Media with over 10 years of experience creating visual solutions for clients around the world. My work spans branding, editorial, digital, UI/UX design, and creative direction, always shaped by a thoughtful approach and a clear understanding of each project’s goals.

Living and working across different countries has shaped how I see the world and how I design. It’s made me adaptable, open, and comfortable navigating unfamiliar challenges. I thrive in collaborative settings, but I’m also confident leading projects or working independently from start to finish. I care deeply about design that feels purposeful and well-crafted, and I’m always looking for new projects that challenge me creatively and bring something meaningful to the table.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at WellnessLiving
March 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
User-Centric E-Commerce: Applied user-focused design principles to enhance the functionality and navigation experience of the company’s e-commerce platform. Brand Cohesion: Reinforced brand identity by maintaining consistent and cohesive designs across brochures, user manuals, and e-commerce assets. Visual Communication: Created compelling print and digital content to effectively communicate core brand messaging to a diverse customer base.
Digital Marketing Specialist & Designer at Volition Advisors
April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Advisory Brand System: Designed marketing collateral and website visuals for a growth-focused advisory firm, ensuring a professional and consistent brand voice. Partner Support Ecosystem: Created comprehensive social media toolkits and customized templates to empower program partners while maintaining brand integrity. Content Design: Produced targeted infographics and digital assets to boost brand visibility across multiple founder-led programs.
Graphic Designer (Product Design & Launch Focus) at Bucky Technologies
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Product Visual Identity: Owned the creative direction for new product launches, developing full-suite visual assets to support both internal sales teams and external users. Information Hierarchy: Designed educational e-books and webinar decks, utilizing UX principles to make dense technical information digestible and engaging. Conversion-Driven Assets: Engineered targeted social media reels, carousels, and email graphics that successfully drove user registration and engagement. Large-Scale Environmental Design: Managed the design and production of conference materials, including backdrops, banners, and brochures, maintaining strict brand cohesion.
Graphic Designer at Cequipel
September 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015
Brand Cohesion: Reinforced brand identity by maintaining consistent and cohesive designs across brochures, user manuals, and e-commerce assets.
Art Director at Neo Blade
February 1, 2017 - October 1, 2021
Brand Leadership & Systems: Architected the complete visual identity and a comprehensive brand style guide, ensuring 100% cross-platform consistency for all corporate materials. Environmental & Product Design: Directed the design and production of high-impact print materials, packaging, and event collateral, including banners and promotional signage. Operations & Sales Support: Developed detailed packaging specification sheets and support materials for a commercial team of 25+, streamlining brand communication and product delivery. End-to-End Management: Managed full project lifecycles from initial client consultation to final delivery, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Art Director at Enfase
November 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Brand Leadership & Systems: Architected the complete visual identity and a comprehensive brand style guide, ensuring 100% cross-platform consistency for all corporate materials. Environmental & Product Design: Directed the design and production of high-impact print materials, packaging, and event collateral, including banners and promotional signage. Operations & Sales Support: Developed detailed packaging specification sheets and support materials for a commercial team of 25+, streamlining brand communication and product delivery. End-to-End Management: Managed full project lifecycles from initial client consultation to final delivery, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Art Director at LWS Agency
February 1, 2012 - May 1, 2013
Brand Leadership & Systems: Architected the complete visual identity and a comprehensive brand style guide, ensuring 100% cross-platform consistency for all corporate materials. Environmental & Product Design: Directed the design and production of high-impact print materials, packaging, and event collateral, including banners and promotional signage. Operations & Sales Support: Developed detailed packaging specification sheets and support materials for a commercial team of 25+, streamlining brand communication and product delivery. End-to-End Management: Managed full project lifecycles from initial client consultation to final delivery, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Web Designer (Team Lead) at LWS Agency
February 1, 2012 - May 1, 2013
Creative Mentorship & Leadership: Led a team of five web designers, providing art direction and mentorship while delivering weekly performance updates to the Art Director. Responsive Web & Mobile Design: Crafted user-friendly and visually captivating layouts for web and mobile platforms, prioritizing engagement, accessibility, and intuitive UI. Trend & Market Research: Conducted continuous research on web design trends and integrated innovative elements into projects to maintain a competitive, cutting-edge appeal.

Education

Bachelor of Industrial Design at FAE University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Digital Marketing Diploma at Tamwood Careers Vancouver
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Master of Digital Media at Toronto Metropolitan University
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Retail