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I’m a designer with the heart of an artist and the mindset of a strategist. With a background in architecture and design, I craft visuals that are not only visually stunning but also purposeful. I love exploring how creativity can connect people, whether through a well-crafted illustration, a bold layout, or a meaningful story told through design. Currently based in Australia, I balance my time between creative projects, training as a cabinet maker and timber technician, and working hands-on in fast-paced environments where communication and adaptability are everything.…I’m a designer with the heart of an artist and the mindset of a strategist. With a background in architecture and design, I craft visuals that are not only visually stunning but also purposeful. I love exploring how creativity can connect people, whether through a well-crafted illustration, a bold layout, or a meaningful story told through design. Currently based in Australia, I balance my time between creative projects, training as a cabinet maker and timber technician, and working hands-on in fast-paced environments where communication and adaptability are everything.

Paula Vargas

Illustrator, Designer, Graphic Designer, +3

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I’m a designer with the heart of an artist and the mindset of a strategist. With a background in architecture and design, I craft visuals that are not only visually stunning but also purposeful. I love exploring how creativity can connect people, whether through a well-crafted illustration, a bold layout, or a meaningful story told through design. Currently based in Australia, I balance my time between creative projects, training as a cabinet maker and timber technician, and working hands-on in fast-paced environments where communication and adaptability are everything.…I’m a designer with the heart of an artist and the mindset of a strategist. With a background in architecture and design, I craft visuals that are not only visually stunning but also purposeful. I love exploring how creativity can connect people, whether through a well-crafted illustration, a bold layout, or a meaningful story told through design. Currently based in Australia, I balance my time between creative projects, training as a cabinet maker and timber technician, and working hands-on in fast-paced environments where communication and adaptability are everything.

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I’m a designer with the heart of an artist and the mindset of a strategist. With a background in architecture and design, I craft visuals that are not only visually stunning but also purposeful. I love exploring how creativity can connect people, whether through a well-crafted illustration, a bold layout, or a meaningful story told through design.

Currently based in Australia, I balance my time between creative projects, training as a cabinet maker and timber technician, and working hands-on in fast-paced environments where communication and adaptability are everything.

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Work Experience

Strategy & Design Analyst at Haptica

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Led user journey mapping sessions to reveal service blind spots, then transformed insights into strategic visual flows, mock-ups, and decks for internal use. Supported UI wireframing and prototyping across cross-functional teams.

Graphic/Office Assistant at SEFI

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022

Created internal communication materials, managed schedules, supported events, and helped with basic brand content. Developed quick, clean visuals with Canva and Adobe Suite that kept operations sharp and cohesive.

Teacher Assistant at University of Los Andes

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021

Mentored students in 3D design (Rhinoceros), provided critiques, and co-developed creative briefs and materials. Built strong presentation and feedback skills in a high-performance academic setting.

Hospitality Roles at RiverBar & Kitchen / Original Langos, Brisbane

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025

Thrived under pressure, delivering 500+ weekly orders with 99% on-time accuracy. Improved service flow by coordinating kitchen-floor communication and resolved customer issues with professionalism, contributing to consistently high satisfaction ratings.