Santiago Cuartas
@santiagocuartas
Creative graphic designer specializing in illustration, motion, and visual storytelling.
What I'm looking for
I am a reliable, motivated graphic designer and illustrator with hands-on experience across brand design, packaging, motion graphics, photography, and product restoration. I co-founded a custom footwear business, led brand and content creation, and grew teams and premises while producing digital and print collateral for clients.
My background includes freelance children's-book illustration, in-house graphic roles creating labels and commercial videos, and practical customer-facing experience in retail and events. I work well independently and in teams, continuously learning new Adobe and animation tools to deliver high-quality visual work and consistent, dependable results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Restoration Artist
Fresh Collection Ltd
Nov 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Restore and rejuvenate footwear, bags, and leather goods to near-original condition and provide custom painting/airbrush services, improving product lifespan and customer satisfaction.
Graphic Designer / Artist
Custom Crep City UK Ltd
Oct 2015 - Oct 2022 (7 years)
Co-owned and led brand design, product customization, and digital content production, growing the business, securing corporate collaborations, and expanding team and premises.
Graphic Designer
Unigrand Group Ltd
Sep 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 6 months)
Produced logos, labels, packaging, and product photography for cosmetic products, enhancing product presentation and supporting marketing campaigns.
Freelance Illustrator
Olympia Publishers
Mar 2016 - Jan 2020 (3 years 10 months)
Created digital illustrations and front covers for children's books, collaborating with authors to deliver engaging visual narratives and completed commissioned pages on schedule.
Wait Staff
Party Ingredients Ltd
Oct 2017 - Sep 2018 (11 months)
Supported catering events with setup, guest service, and cleanup duties, ensuring smooth event operations and guest satisfaction.
Event Promoter
StreetPR
Jun 2016 - Sep 2017 (1 year 3 months)
Promoted brands in public settings, managed a team of promoters, delivered persuasive sales pitches, and increased brand visibility through direct outreach.
Retail Sales Assistant
Kodak Express Angel
Sep 2015 - May 2016 (8 months)
Handled retail operations including cashiering, stock replenishment, producing photo and canvas prints, and performing image restoration and sublimation printing.
Wait Staff
Sabor
Sep 2011 - Mar 2012 (6 months)
Delivered table preparation, order taking, and front-of-house service, maintaining customer satisfaction in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the Arts London, College of Communication
Bachelor's Degree, Graphic and Media Design
2015 - 2018
Activities and societies: Studied graphic design and media production; produced portfolios including packaging, branding, photography, and motion content.
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Graphic and Media Design, focusing on graphic design, media production, and visual communication.
University of the Arts London, College of Communication
Level 4 Diploma, Art & Design - Foundation Studies
2014 - 2015
Activities and societies: Foundation coursework in drawing, design, and media preparing for undergraduate studies in graphic design.
Completed a Level 4 Diploma in Art & Design (Foundation Studies) providing foundational skills in art and design principles.
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