I am a multidisciplinary creative professional with 20+ years of experience shaping visual communication, brand systems, and design strategies across business, cultural, and educational contexts. I translate complex ideas into clear and engaging expressions, and I thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments. I am curious about emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted ideation and visualization tools, and I continually explore new ways to apply design thinking to strategy and learning experiences.

Paula Cuervo Berg

I am a multidisciplinary creative professional with 20+ years of experience shaping visual communication, brand systems, and design strategies across business, cultural, and educational contexts. I translate complex ideas into clear and engaging expressions, and I thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments. I am curious about emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted ideation and visualization tools, and I continually explore new ways to apply design thinking to strategy and learning experiences.

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I am a multidisciplinary creative professional with 20+ years of experience shaping visual communication, brand systems, and design strategies across business, cultural, and educational contexts. I translate complex ideas into clear and engaging expressions, and I thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments.

I am curious about emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted ideation and visualization tools, and I continually explore new ways to apply design thinking to strategy and learning experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swedish
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Design Lead / Art Director / Visual Communicator at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Independent practice focused on brand identity, visual communication, and concept-driven design. Collaborate with businesses, cultural organizations, and teams to create meaningful visual expressions. Provide design direction, strategic support, and visual frameworks for campaigns and brand development.
Art Director / Graphic Designer at NCS Colour
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Lead designer responsible for digital and print communication across the global NCS brand. Developed visual storytelling for product launches, trend materials, and brand campaigns. Collaborated with marketing and product teams to ensure a cohesive brand system across channels. Contributed to shaping and implementing the new global visual identity and brand guidelines. Supported improved creative workflows and cross-team collaboration processes.
Art Director / Graphic Designer at Learnways
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
Directed visual design for digital learning experiences and e-learning platforms. Created UX/UI concepts to enhance usability and visual coherence. Collaborated with instructional designers to align visual language with pedagogical goals. Introduced frameworks and templates that strengthened design consistency and workflow efficiency.
Art Director / Graphic Designer at True Creative
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Created the visual identity and communication concept for a new service design offering. Designed digital and print assets aligning brand expression with user experience. Collaborated with strategists and developers to integrate design within the service process.
Graphic Designer at BBDO
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2014
Designed brand identities and marketing materials for international and domestic clients. Translated strategic insights into visually distinctive and engaging solutions. Collaborated in multidisciplinary teams and creative pitches.
Graphic Designer at Fri Communication
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Produced visual concepts and campaign materials for a range of clients and channels.
Graphic Designer at Turkel Brands
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Designed branding and marketing assets for hospitality and lifestyle clients. Worked closely with marketing teams to deliver consistent, on-brand communication.

Education

Design Lead at Hyper Island
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Digital Strategy at Hyper Island
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
BA, Graphic Design at Forsbergs School of Design
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2000
BA, Photography at Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality