I am a graphic designer with 8 years of experience working both in-house and within agency environments. I bring expertise in branding, marketing, and visual communication, and I am confident in leading design teams to deliver high-quality visual assets while exceeding client expectations. I’m passionate about branding, photography, and photo manipulation, and I thrive in creating visual content that truly resonates with audiences. Over the years, I have developed a strong skill set in Adobe Creative Suite, social media asset creation, and client management, enabling me to boost branding efforts and engagement effectively. I continually seek opportunities to innovate and apply creative solutions that help brands stand out and grow.

Santiago Vargas Villa

I am a graphic designer with 8 years of experience working both in-house and within agency environments. I bring expertise in branding, marketing, and visual communication, and I am confident in leading design teams to deliver high-quality visual assets while exceeding client expectations. I’m passionate about branding, photography, and photo manipulation, and I thrive in creating visual content that truly resonates with audiences. Over the years, I have developed a strong skill set in Adobe Creative Suite, social media asset creation, and client management, enabling me to boost branding efforts and engagement effectively. I continually seek opportunities to innovate and apply creative solutions that help brands stand out and grow.

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I am a graphic designer with 8 years of experience working both in-house and within agency environments. I bring expertise in branding, marketing, and visual communication, and I am confident in leading design teams to deliver high-quality visual assets while exceeding client expectations. I’m passionate about branding, photography, and photo manipulation, and I thrive in creating visual content that truly resonates with audiences.

Over the years, I have developed a strong skill set in Adobe Creative Suite, social media asset creation, and client management, enabling me to boost branding efforts and engagement effectively. I continually seek opportunities to innovate and apply creative solutions that help brands stand out and grow.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer Pro at Design Pickle
May 31, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Produced high-quality graphic assets for a diverse range of clients in the US market. Delivered over 100 design projects including social media graphics, email campaigns, and presentation decks while maintaining client satisfaction and brand consistency.
Graphic Designer Pro at Design Pickle
May 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025
Produced high-quality graphic assets for a diverse range of clients in the US market. Delivered over 100 design projects including social media graphics, email campaigns, and presentation decks while maintaining client satisfaction and brand consistency.
Freelance Graphic Designer at ConstruAcabados S.A.S.
January 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Delivered bespoke graphic design services for clients in construction and interior design sectors, creating marketing materials, catalogues, managing website and online visuals. Maintained long-term client relationships through consistent quality and service.
Freelance Graphic Designer at ConstruAcabados S.A.S.
January 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025
Delivered bespoke graphic design services for clients in construction and interior design sectors. Created marketing materials, catalogues, managed and maintained website and online visuals, and maintained long-term client relationships through consistent quality and service.
Art Director at The Lab: Innovación en Negocios
September 30, 2020 - September 5, 2025
Led the design team on branding and visual identity projects for over 20 clients, managed client relationships and project timelines with a 95% on-time delivery rate. Designed digital marketing assets that boosted client engagement by utilising Adobe Creative Suite.
Art Director at The Lab: Innovación en Negocios
September 30, 2020 - July 9, 2025
Led the design team on branding and visual identity projects for more than 20 clients. Managed client relationships and project timelines achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate. Designed digital marketing assets that improved client engagement using Adobe Creative Suite.
Design Assistant at Industria de Alimentos Zenú
June 30, 2014 - September 5, 2025
Supported senior designers on packaging, promotional materials, and branding projects, ensuring design alignment with corporate brand guidelines. Gained foundational experience in the FMCG sector.
Design Assistant at Industria de Alimentos Zenú
June 30, 2014 - July 9, 2025
Supported senior designers on packaging, promotional materials, and branding projects ensuring design alignment with corporate brand guidelines. Gained foundational experience in the FMCG sector.

Education

Graphic Design at I. U. Salazar & Herrera
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Certificate IV in Marketing & Communication at Greenwich College
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Photoshop & Illustrator Advanced at CESDE
January 1, 2017 - September 5, 2025
Graphic Design at I. U. Salazar & Herrera
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014

Qualifications

Certificate IV in Marketing & Communication
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Photoshop & Illustrator Advanced
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Certificate IV in Marketing & Communication
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Photoshop & Illustrator Advanced
January 1, 2017 - September 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet