Hi, I'm Ana Corkidi, a passionate creative director and designer based in Mérida, Yucatán. I specialize in blending contemporary design with traditional craftsmanship, working closely with artisans and local communities to create unique, sustainable products. I love leading creative projects and strategies that promote cultural heritage and economic development. With a background in industrial design and a focus on sustainable design, I enjoy developing innovative concepts and ensuring they reflect both the identity and values of the brands I work with. Collaboration, creativity, and sustainability are at the heart of everything I do, and I’m always excited to learn and grow in my creative journey.

Ana Corkidi

Hi, I'm Ana Corkidi, a passionate creative director and designer based in Mérida, Yucatán. I specialize in blending contemporary design with traditional craftsmanship, working closely with artisans and local communities to create unique, sustainable products. I love leading creative projects and strategies that promote cultural heritage and economic development. With a background in industrial design and a focus on sustainable design, I enjoy developing innovative concepts and ensuring they reflect both the identity and values of the brands I work with. Collaboration, creativity, and sustainability are at the heart of everything I do, and I’m always excited to learn and grow in my creative journey.

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Hi, I’m Ana Corkidi, a passionate creative director and designer based in Mérida, Yucatán. I specialize in blending contemporary design with traditional craftsmanship, working closely with artisans and local communities to create unique, sustainable products. I love leading creative projects and strategies that promote cultural heritage and economic development.

With a background in industrial design and a focus on sustainable design, I enjoy developing innovative concepts and ensuring they reflect both the identity and values of the brands I work with. Collaboration, creativity, and sustainability are at the heart of everything I do, and I’m always excited to learn and grow in my creative journey.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Coordinación de Diseño at Taller Maya - Fundación Haciendas del Mundo Maya
August 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Define strategic approach, manage design projects, and specify operational plans for the creative team. Collaborate directly with artisans from local communities. Implement social design strategies to promote sustainable and economic development, ensuring quality and authenticity in every project.
Dirección Creativa at Anacorkidi Studio
June 1, 2020 - Present
Lead the creative vision of the company, ensuring design aspects reflect the identity and values of a luxury artisanal brand. Develop innovative concepts combining contemporary design with artisanal traditions. Collaborate closely with artisans and communities to co-create unique products while respecting cultural heritage and promoting social design. Develop and execute creative strategies to strengthen brand presence, balancing innovation and sustainability.
Diseño de Producto at Ezequiel Farca + Cristina Grappin
June 30, 2020 - July 31, 2025
Design and development of 3D models and technical plans for luxury furniture production. Manage manufacturing feasibility, material and supply quotation, liaise with suppliers, and assist with installations.
Prácticas Profesionales at Simone Micheli Architectural Hero
December 31, 2017 - July 31, 2025
Support visual concept development and graphic design for diverse projects. Create graphic materials for advertising campaigns, social media, and other digital media.

Education

LIC. DISEÑO INDUSTRIAL at Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM)
August 1, 2014 - May 31, 2019
Especialidad en Diseño Sustentable at The Italian Institute Lorenzo De’ Medici
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

Dassault Systèms Certified Associate in Mechanical Design using SolidWorks
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Adobe Certified Associate in Visual Communication using Adobe Photoshop
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail