I am a freelance graphic and web designer with an industrial engineering background in graphic arts and printed communication. I combine creative design skills with strong technical expertise to create branding, packaging, print and digital experiences.

Laurence BARRAU

I am a freelance graphic and web designer with an industrial engineering background in graphic arts and printed communication. I combine creative design skills with strong technical expertise to create branding, packaging, print and digital experiences.

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I am a freelance graphic and web designer with an industrial engineering background in graphic arts and printed communication. I combine creative design skills with strong technical expertise to create branding, packaging, print and digital experiences.

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Language

French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Catalan; Valencian
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Designer Graphique & Web Designer Freelance at YOU TWIST Web & Graphic Arts Design
December 1, 2019 - Present
Freelance graphic and web designer providing UX/UI design, responsive websites, HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript development, WordPress and WooCommerce implementation, branding, logo design, print, packaging, label design, editorial layout, illustration, motion design and video/audio editing.
Coordinateur de projets at DIADEIS / SGS Co
April 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018
Managed graphic creation and production projects for packaging files destined for printing. Coordinated client accounts including Rémy Cointreau, Sisley and Unilever; acted as a technical packaging reference, conducted feasibility studies, coordinated daily production, monitored quality, deadlines, quotations, invoicing and commercial relationships.
Chef de fabrication at Imprimerie Grenier
November 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Managed the print production department for brochures, leaflets, flyers and posters using offset and digital printing. Oversaw manufacturing files from opening through invoicing, scheduling, technical feasibility, delivery deadlines, purchasing and subcontracting, while managing a team of three people.
Responsable secteur plaque offset / Responsable BAT at DURERO Packaging, Groupe Autajon
November 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Managed the offset plate workshop for cosmetic and pharmaceutical packaging, from digital imposition to plate production. Produced printer proofs and provided technical support to clients validating new products. Led optimization projects using SMED, lean manufacturing and 5S, while managing a five-person team.
Chef d’équipe secteur façonnage at DURERO Packaging, Groupe Autajon
November 1, 2013 - September 1, 2015
Managed finishing workshops covering gluing, lamination, window application and final product completion for cosmetic and pharmaceutical packaging. Led optimization initiatives in the gluing department using SMED, lean manufacturing and 5S. Managed a team of 25 to 30 people.
Ingénieur Process, Volontariat International à l’Étranger at DURERO Packaging, Groupe Autajon
October 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013
Prepared print proofs, conducted machine trials and delivered production optimization projects for ink, printing and hot-stamping workshops. Also contributed to quality projects within the cosmetic and pharmaceutical packaging manufacturing environment.

Education

Web Designer training at CEFII, école supérieure du web
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Graphic Designer training at Open Design School Icadémie
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Engineering degree in printed communication and industrial graphic arts at Grenoble-INP Pagora, Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
Academic semester at UPC Terrassa, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Polytechnic preparatory class at Classe Préparatoire Polytechnique de Toulouse, Institut National Polytechnique de Toulouse
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Scientific Baccalauréat, physics-chemistry specialization at Lycée Paul-Mathou
June 1, 2006 - June 1, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Consumer Goods