VICTORIA SALVADOR

Art Director & Senior Brand Designer
US / ECUADOR.

About

Art Director and Senior Brand Designer with over 10 years of progressive experience in leading comprehensive branding initiatives, editorial design, and visual communication strategies. Proven ability to define and elevate brand visual languages, build consistent identities, and drive market presence through innovative creative direction and strategic thinking. Expertise spans diverse sectors including architecture, fashion, real estate, and culture, with a robust portfolio of high-profile clients such as Netflix LATAM, Nissan, and Reebok. Adept at transforming complex concepts into compelling visual narratives and leading cross-functional teams. Fluent in English and Spanish, with conversational German proficiency.

Work

URLO Studio
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Freelance Brand Strategist & Creative Partner

Summary

Led strategic brand initiatives and communication efforts for a design studio, focusing on market expansion and enhanced visual storytelling.

Highlights

Spearheaded the comprehensive brand repositioning and identity refresh for URLO Studio, strategically preparing the firm for its successful expansion into the U.S. market.

Directed the end-to-end development and execution of dynamic content strategies, visual assets, and integrated communication materials across diverse digital and print platforms.

Pioneered innovative narrative frameworks and design solutions to compellingly showcase complex architectural projects, significantly enhancing client engagement and project understanding.

FARE
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Freelance Brand Strategist & Creative Partner

Summary

Directed visual identity and communication strategies for real estate developments, shaping brand presence and marketing collateral.

Highlights

Directed the comprehensive visual identity and strategic campaign rollout for high-profile real estate developments, significantly enhancing market presence and sales enablement.

Managed and directed all visual content production, including photography, video, and sophisticated layout design for critical marketing collateral such as brochures, websites, and sales presentations.

Defined and established the distinctive tone of voice and cohesive design architecture, foundational to the rapid growth and brand recognition of a burgeoning property development firm.

BLU!LAB
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Art Director & Strategic Planner

Summary

Advanced to a leadership role, driving strategic brand development and overseeing creative execution for diverse clients.

Highlights

Orchestrated the development and execution of innovative brand strategies and comprehensive graphic systems for a diverse portfolio of clients across the LATAM region.

Co-led high-impact advertising campaigns for key clients including Bebemundo, La Holandesa, and La Verde, contributing to enhanced brand visibility and market engagement.

Initiated and implemented improvements to internal creative processes, significantly enhancing team efficiency and project delivery quality; mentored and developed a team of junior designers.

BLU!LAB
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Strategic Planner & Graphic Designer

Summary

Contributed to strategic planning and executed graphic design solutions, bridging creative and strategic objectives.

Highlights

Contributed to the strategic planning and development of graphic design solutions for a diverse client base within the LATAM market.

Designed and implemented visual assets for marketing campaigns, ensuring brand consistency and creative excellence across various platforms.

Collaborated closely with senior leadership to refine project briefs and optimize design workflows, improving project outcomes.

BLU!LAB
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Senior Graphic Designer

Summary

Executed advanced graphic design projects, translating complex client briefs into compelling visual solutions.

Highlights

Executed advanced graphic design projects, translating complex client briefs into compelling visual solutions.

Played a key role in the visual execution of campaigns, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and creative vision.

Provided design expertise and support across multiple client accounts, maintaining high standards of design quality and meeting tight deadlines.

FCB&FiRe
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Creative Graphic Designer

Summary

Developed visual assets for major advertising campaigns across various media for international brands.

Highlights

Developed and produced high-impact visual assets for integrated Above-the-Line (ATL) and Below-the-Line (BTL) campaigns for prominent international clients including Nissan Ecuador, Reebok, and Netflix LATAM.

Executed comprehensive advertising material design, spanning large-format billboards, dynamic digital banners, and engaging in-store graphics, reaching broad audiences and enhancing brand visibility.

Altos Tonos Magazine
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Art Director (Independent Project)

Summary

Independently directed the visual identity and production of a cultural magazine.

Highlights

Conceived, designed, and directed the entire visual identity and aesthetic language for a cultural magazine, managing the project from initial concept through to final print production.

Provided comprehensive art direction for all visual elements, including photography, editorial layout, and cover designs, ensuring a cohesive and compelling reader experience.

Numbers Magazine
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Creative Junior Multimedia Producer

Summary

Supported multimedia content creation for a magazine.

Highlights

Assisted in the production of multimedia content, including visual assets and digital layouts, for a dynamic publication.

Collaborated with the creative team to develop engaging visual narratives and ensure brand consistency.

OK TV Mainz
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Multimedia Production Intern

Summary

Gained foundational experience in multimedia production within a television environment.

Highlights

Supported various aspects of multimedia production, including video editing, graphic creation, and content preparation.

Contributed to live broadcasts and studio productions, gaining practical experience in a fast-paced media environment.

Volunteer

Free the Children
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Volunteer

Summary

Supported community initiatives focused on education and cultural exchange.

Highlights

Actively participated in and supported educational and cultural exchange initiatives aimed at empowering communities in Latin America.

Contributed to on-ground activities, fostering cross-cultural understanding and community development.

Education

LABASAD – Barcelona School of Arts and Design

Master's

Art Direction for Communication & Graphic Design

Universidad San Francisco de Quito

B.A.

Communications – Advertising & Graphic Design

Languages

English

Fluent

Spanish

Native

German

Conversational

Skills

Creative Direction & Brand Strategy

Art Direction, Brand Strategy, Creative Leadership, Visual Communication, Market Positioning.

Visual Identity Systems

Brand Guidelines, Logo Design, Typography, Color Theory, Design Systems.

Art & Editorial Direction

Editorial Design, Layout Design, Photography Direction, Magazine Design, Print Production.

Strategic Campaign Planning

Campaign Development, Content Strategy, Marketing Communications, ATL, BTL.

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Team Leadership, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Mentorship.

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop (Ps), Illustrator (Ai), InDesign (Id), Premiere Pro (Pr), After Effects (Ae).

Figma

UI/UX Design, Prototyping, Collaboration.

Notion

Project Management, Workflow Organization.

Lightroom

Photo Editing, Image Management.

AI Image Tools

Sora, Midjourney, Generative AI.

TouchDesigner

Real-time Graphics, Interactive Media.