Santiago Cuartas

Restore and rejuvenate footwear, bags, and leather goods to near-original condition and provide custom painting/airbrush services, improving product lifespan and customer satisfaction.

Co-owned and led brand design, product customization, and digital content production, growing the business, securing corporate collaborations, and expanding team and premises.

Produced logos, labels, packaging, and product photography for cosmetic products, enhancing product presentation and supporting marketing campaigns.

Created digital illustrations and front covers for children's books, collaborating with authors to deliver engaging visual narratives and completed commissioned pages on schedule.

Supported catering events with setup, guest service, and cleanup duties, ensuring smooth event operations and guest satisfaction.

Promoted brands in public settings, managed a team of promoters, delivered persuasive sales pitches, and increased brand visibility through direct outreach.

Handled retail operations including cashiering, stock replenishment, producing photo and canvas prints, and performing image restoration and sublimation printing.

Delivered table preparation, order taking, and front-of-house service, maintaining customer satisfaction in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

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.

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.