Santiago Vanegas

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Santiago Vanegas | Graphic Designer, Illustrator & UX/UI Specialist

Greetings! I'm Santiago Vanegas, a seasoned graphic designer with a knack for weaving captivating user experiences (UX) and user interfaces (UI). With 15 years of creative expertise under my belt, I've honed my skills across a spectrum of design disciplines.

In the realm of graphic design, I've sculpted brand identities, crafted illustrations for freelance endeavors, and given life to logos that resonate. My journey extends over a decade as a UX/UI front-end developer at Anthology, where I've been instrumental in shaping the visual landscapes of the Learn Ultra platform and Moodle rooms. Bridging the gap between aesthetics and functionality, I've conceptualized and executed branding initiatives and templates, ensuring an immersive and intuitive user journey.

Beyond the pixels and vectors, I'm a maestro in media design and basic video editing, bringing a dynamic edge to my creative arsenal. Whether it's corporate documents, PowerPoint presentations, or any facet of branding, I've left my creative imprint.

What sets me apart? It's not just the skills; it's the enthusiasm for tackling challenges head-on. I thrive in collaborative environments, working seamlessly with diverse teams. My adaptability to change is not just a trait; it's a strength that fuels my passion for innovation.

Let's connect and explore the possibilities of transforming ideas into visual narratives. I'm Santiago Vanegas, your go-to designer for bringing creativity to life.

GRAPHIC DESIGN• UX - UI DESIGNER • ILLUSTRATION • EDITORIAL DESIGN.

  • Birthday: 17 May 1988
  • City: Bogotá, Colombia
  • Age: 35
  • Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design
  • Email: santiago.vanegas@gsjmotif.com
  • Freelance: Available

Skills

HTML 80%
CSS 90%
Photoshop 90%
Illustrator 80%
After Effects 40%
UX/UI85%

Resume

Working in different companies and in different areas has helped me to achive control on many softwares and techniques that I use on a daily bases.

Sumary

Santiago Vanegas

Innovative and deadline-driven Graphic Designer with 10+ years of experience designing and developing user-centered web and digital/print marketing material from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.

  • (+57) 311 252 1129
  • santiago.vanegas@gsjmotif.com

Education

Graphic Designer

Corporación Universitaria UNITEC

Introduction to Web Accessibility

edX

Professional Experience

ANTHOLOGY (BLACKBOARD) - Graphic Designer

2016 - Present

Bogotá - Colombia

As a UX and UI designer within the Demos & Evaluations team, I take the helm in crafting the brand identity and design for the Learn and Learn Ultra demos. My role extends beyond the demos, encompassing diverse projects across the company, collaborating seamlessly with various teams. From the meticulous design of documents and presentations to the strategic enhancement of platforms, and even the creation of logos and icons – I bring a holistic approach to design.

A noteworthy highlight in my journey includes active participation in the development of training modules for the creation and editing of JSP files for Learn Ultra. The culmination of this effort was showcased during the prestigious BB World 2019, where the intricacies of our work were presented and celebrated.

  • Blackboard community site: Responsible for the graphic language of the platform and creating graphic content (icons, banners, images, etc.) for it, also support and constant maintenance of the community site.
  • 21 Days of Blackboard Data: Creator of the login page as well as the logo and all the graphic elements associated with it.
  • Learn Ultra Login Templates: In order to improve and accelerate processes, 4 different templates have been created completely responsive and easily editable for users with little knowledge of HTML and CSS that can adapt to different customers.
  • Learn Ultra Platform Branding and Design: Over 200+ platforms delivered helping the efficiency of the sites delivery timeline.
  • Video Editing: Over 90+ videos for internal and external use, presenting the benefits of the different tools the company has to offer, also promotional videos for the events of the company.
  • Pathfactory sites: Pathfactory is a new and exciting tool which allows us to create sites in a record time, with interesting content for sales, students and staff as well.

NIVEL 7 - Graphic Design Leader

2013 - 2016

In Nivel 7 he is the Design Leader and stands out for his knowledge in tools such as: Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Flash, After Effects, among others. In addition, it handles HTML5 and CSS3 programming languages. Santiago is characterized by articulating its design knowledge with a coherent user experience that allows the adequate navigability of Moodle platforms.
In Nivel 7 he is responsible for the implementation of platforms, he has worked on projects with prestigious companies such as SNC - Lavalin, Servientrega, Baxter Scentia and for Latin American universities such as the Externado University of Colombia and the CENTRUMX Business School.

BIOMERCADEO - Graphic Designer

2011 - 2012

Editorial designer for the solution of the needs of the different medical laboratories in Colombia Performance as a photographer of the events carried out for the help-sales of the companies Editing and creating corporate videos BTL campaign creation

FTC ENERGY GROUP - Graphic Designer

2011

Designer of printed and digital material for internal and external communication and advertising of the company FTC energy group.

Portfolio

Cofibinz - Coffee House

Homepage

Welcome Message: Warm and inviting, emphasizing the unique experience offered.

Visuals: High-quality images of coffee and the café environment.

Navigation: Clear and straightforward with links to the menu, reservation, and contact information.

Key Features

Menu Section: Easily accessible and visually appealing, showcasing their offerings.

Reservation System: Simple process to book a coffee tasting.

About Us: Engaging storytelling about the café's history and mission.

User Interaction

Social Media Integration: Prominent links to Instagram for community engagement.

Contact Information: Clearly displayed with options for direct communication.

Overall, the site provides an excellent balance of visual appeal and functionality, ensuring a pleasant user experience.

You can explore more at Cofibinz.

Portfolio

Over the past few years as a Designer I've thrown myself into different aspects of this world, and dedicated to them, here you'll see what I'm talking about

  • All
  • Branding
  • Corporate
  • Illustration

We're Cofi Lovers logo

Sub logo for Cofibinz Cofee House in Bogotá to create brand identity and promotion through customers

Cofibinz Coffee Lounge

Logo created for Cofibinz Coffee Lounge

Banner Illustration

Banner Illustration for Blackboard site login

Email Communication

Template for email communication on the new Blackboard Community site

Blackboard Community Web Design

Template design for the Blackboard Community

I like big Cups and I cannot Lie

Vector Illustration for Cofibinz Coffee Lounge

Corporate Document

Design for Corporate Document

Cofibinz Rewards Cards

Design of fidelity cards focused on client and rewards

Learn Ultra Login Template

First of three templates presented for the Learn Ultra Experience

Inclusive Corporate Illustration

Corporate Illustration leaning to inclusive learning and accessibility

Blackboard Community Web Design

Template design for the Blackboard Community

Login for Learn Ultra

Second of three templates presented for the Learn Ultra Experience

Login for Elevate 2022

Login created for Elevate 2022

Diversity Characters

Illustration created to showcase Inclusivity and accesibility

Blackboard Community Landing Page

Landing Page Template created for the Blackboard Community Site

Hazel Eyes

Free Illustration as a Study created in Procreate

Contact

Call:

+57 311 252 11 29

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