Juan Manuel Ruiz

Experience

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  Ruizsánchez communications

  Apr 2003 - Jan 2010

  Graphic Designer & Co-founder

  I began my career as a freelancer working directly with clients and providers. During this period I worked mainly on corporate identity design, logo design, print production of marketing materials, web design and corporate presentations. During this time I developed skills on project management, negotiation, sales, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in diverse businesses.

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  Iowa State University

  Jan 2006 - May 2008

  Teaching Assistant

  The Iowa State University College of Design is home to about 1,850 undergraduate and 100 graduate students. We’re a small college at a big university, and you can enjoy the best that both have to offer.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Help develop and teach the online course ArtIS 201 (Fundamentals of Visual Literacy). Research on material for the course website. Grade student projects. Create new assignments for the course.

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  August Home Publishing Company

  Jan 2009 - Jun 2009

  Graphic Design Assistant

  August Home Publishing Company publishes five national, award winning magazines. Its mission is to publish guidance and inspiration in four core areas: woodworking, gardening, cooking and home improvement. This publishing company relies almost entirely on revenue from subscriptions rather than advertising which reflects its top-quality magazines that ensure high annual subscriptions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:In this position I was responsible for the layout design of national publications. Other duties were the discussion of layout design with Art Directors and Editors in planning meetings for the diverse publications, as well as to assist on photo shoots and photo editing processes. Show less

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  Framatome BHR Limited (formerly BHR Group)

  Mar 2010 - Dec 2013

  Graphic Designer & Marketing Assistant

  I evolved a lot professionally during my time at BHR Group. I started designing print materials for the various conferences that the company organized (invitations, brochures, rollups, agendas, lanyards, etc). Then I joined the marketing department where I developed creative approaches to visually communicate complex technical concepts of engineering to design promotional materials for all the company, including the first corporate video for the company. One of the best projects I worked on at BHR Group was the complete redesign of the corporate website where I closely worked with cross-functional teams within the company and the developing agency. Show less

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  Self-employed

  Jan 2014 - Oct 2019

  Graphic Design Consultant

  As a freelance consultant I worked directly with clients creating effective design solutions for digital and media for a variety of businesses. Corporate identity design, marketing and promotional materials design. Use brand strategy to create effective brand messaging and to help solve business problems. Create user journeys, apply User Experience (UX) methodology, to design prototypes for enjoyable and effective experiences for websites.I had the privilege to work with: On AG, BBF Corporate Messaging, EF Education First. Show less

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  EF Education First

  Apr 2015 - Nov 2017

  Graphic Designer

  At EF I worked with super talented art directors and copywriters in the design of varied publications, digital and print marketing materials for sales teams over 20 countries. The main challenge I had during this position was to design 30 course catalogues for the LATAM countries, ensuring their design complies with the EF global design guidelines. I was also responsible to collaborate with sales teams for the catalogues content, approve colour proofs, and coordinate the print production overseas. Show less

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  Prabina Foundation Switzerland

  Feb 2018 - now

  Senior Graphic Designer

  The Prabina Foundation offers a safe home, access to education and medical care, to children and young people in Nepal. I joined Prabina because I deeply believe that education is a human right and it’s paramount for every child. I started with further developing the foundation’s visual identity and supporting marketing and social media campaigns. I currently design and coordinate the production of the Prabina Family newsletter which is a digital magazine with updates and stories from the children in Nepal. I also design promotional materials and merchandise for fundraising events. Show less

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  GeneLook

  Feb 2019 - Dec 2019

  Branding Consultant

  I joined the startup GeneLook at its early stages and worked with the Founders to develop the brand strategy, logo design and visual identity that was executed on pitch decks, website, and front end design for the mobile app. I collaborated with the team (involving scientists, developers, and solution architects) in applying UX and customer journeys that lead to the production of the MVP (Minimum Viable Product).One of my biggest achievements in my role was the design of various investment pitch decks to raise funds for the startup. A unique storytelling was created to communicate the innovation and benefits of the GeneLook idea to different investor types. Show less

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  HEMEX AG

  Oct 2019 - now

  Commercial Operations

  My main responsibilities internally are the design of sales presentations, company decks, projects and investment report presentations for all our business units, and I work very closely with the Heads of sales and marketing in the company’s brand development. I also design pitch decks, investor decks, information visualization, logos, visual identity, and brand consulting for our clients (start-ups and midsize life science companies).Additionally, I facilitate design workshops and mentor students in graphic design internships and community events hosted by HEMEX. Show less