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Wobe HybridType. Typography - 2016The assignment was to create a typographical hybrid betweentwo very different typefaces,with the challenge of creatingsomething totally different.Thus, the selected types wereHarlow and Bembo, taking thefun design look of the first and thereadability of the second.51
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The PhoenixSong. Typography - 2015For this project, the series were based on the song The Phoenixfrom Fall Out Boy. Like the song,they have the same atmosphere ofalternative rock while representingthe lyrics meaning.Inside the investigation made forthe lyrics of the song, I interpretedits critic about American patriotismand its collateral effects to soldiers.Thus, in the designed imagewith the song title, I wrote theDeclaration of Independence ofthe United States of America in thesame hidden style of the song.55 / Typography
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Typefaceengraved inlinoleum. Printing techniques - 2016For this project, I presented an ITC Office typographyalphabet, through the use of amanual printing technique.Each letter and each visual elementwas hand-made in linoleum so itcould result in an Arts & Craftsstyled poster. Later, severalapplications were made from thisproject, such as a hipster sweater.59 / Typography
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College education2013-2017 Graphic Design, Bachelor’s Degree with Major Universidad de Monterrey (Nuevo Leon, Mexico) Information Design MajorWork experience2016-2017 Siemens / Lead graphic designer Creation, launching of the new strategy design, including several brochures, posters and support videos. Internal communication and promotion. Book design for the division audit. Execution and development of many projects related to design and marketing for the other departments.2017 Tribeca Studio / Assistant designer Branding and external promotion for different brands from the design agency, including their social media and websites. Editorial design with several illustrated icons and infographics.2017 Servicios Financieros de Mexico / Lead graphic designer Newsletters and illustrations for internal promotion. New branding development for the corporative.
Independent proyects 2014 Gimnasio 360 (fitness center) / Photography and video Photoshoot for future advertising. Video production and editing for social media.2014 Okinawa Water (raw material trade)/ Branding Basic identity design for the company, including several elements of its stationary.2015-2016 Effeta (school for disabled people) / Branding and promotion Internal and external promotion through illustrated newsletters. Branding and promotion of the 40th school anniversary celebration.2014-2017 Biblioteca UDEM (library) / Branding and promotion Internal and external communication. Branding and design of every photography contest. Assistance to other sectors of the university related to design issues.Courses and accomplishments 2008-2017 Awarded with a college scholarship for good grades and dedication. 2014-2016 Member of the graphic design high performance class. 2015 Lead graphic designer for the Arts and Design student group. 2015 Assistant graphic designer for the Graphic Design student group. 2015 Lead graphic designer and assistant creator of the university’s student council, including its branding. 2015 Ilustration course with the mexican illustrator Helvético. 2015 Typography and its Meaning Course with Kit Hinrichs. 2013 Finalist contestant for the stories and writing contest.
Skills Other skills Strategy creation and planning.Related skills Constant work and endeavour to exceed expectations.Illustration Leadership and organization for teamwork.Watercolor Creative planning and development of new projects.Linoleum engraveComputer softwareMac or PC Adobe Creative Suite Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, AfterEffects, Muse, and Acrobat. Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Others FontLab (essential for typography creation), and ProCreate (iPad).Personal biography 1994 Cristina Correa Rios I was born in the heart of Mexico and educated succesfully in one of the best universities of the country. For romantic matters, I moved to Belgium and I intend to make my life in Europe. Personally, I love drawing, painting and any other business related to art, such as writting and performing activities. Finally, my life’s greatest desire is to be a better person every day and to turn my work in a supporting inspiration for the others.
Contact informationBehanceIn this link, you’ll find several personal and profesional projects, among various examples ofmy illustration and other design skills.https://www.behance.net/CristyCorrea/[email protected]+32 468 51 88 72ReferencesSiemens / Work Diana Montoya (Spanish and english speaker) [email protected] +52 1 81 1589 5568 - Mexico numberSerfimex / Work Ada Valdés (Spanish speaker) [email protected] +52 1 81 1572 7813 - Mexico numberPersonal Julian Bust (Any language, really) [email protected] +32 485 52 25 15 - Belgium number
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