Diego Ibarra

Diego Ibarra

Creative Leader in Design and Art Direction

17 yrs experience · <10 hrs/week

About

With a robust background in design and art direction, this professional has carved a niche in the creative industry. Holding a Master's degree in Diseño y Dirección de Arte from Escola Superior de Disseny, Elisava, and a Licenciatura in Diseño de la Comunicación Gráfica from Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, they have honed their skills in digital communication and web design. Their career highlights include serving as Head of Mexico at Domestika, where they spearheaded operations and strategic growth. As a Blogger for NiceFuckingGraphics!, they contributed to the graphic design discourse, while their freelance work at elBarbon.com showcased their versatility in providing creative solutions. As the owner of Sketch or Die, they pioneered Mexico's first online live illustration rally, engaging over 85,000 enthusiasts worldwide. Their tenure as Digital Art Director at Only IF further solidified their expertise in leading creative projects and managing design teams.

Skills

AIAdobe Creative SuiteBlog WritingBrand DesignBrand IdentityDesignGraphic DesignVisual Identity

Experience

  • Head of Mexico · Domestika11-01-2015 – 05-01-2024

    As Head of Mexico at Domestika, likely responsible for overseeing operations, strategic planning, and growth initiatives in the Mexican market.

  • Blogger · NiceFuckingGraphics!08-01-2007 – 04-01-2022

    As a Blogger at NiceFuckingGraphics!, likely involved in creating and publishing content related to graphic design and visual arts.

  • Freelance Graphic Designer · elBarbon.com09-01-2012 – 01-01-2022

    As a Freelance Graphic Designer at elBarbon.com, likely responsible for providing creative design solutions and services to various clients.

  • Owner · Sketch or Die05-01-2010 – 12-01-2015

    Sketch Or Die is the first online live broadcasting in Mexico of an 'Illustration Rally'. Every year, it reunites talented illustrators and designers with special guests to draw and sketch for 48 straight hours. It provides an opportunity for students, professors, and illustration enthusiasts to interact with renowned professionals and has inspired over 85,000 people globally.

  • Digital Art Director · Only IF11-01-2011 – 05-01-2013

    As a Digital Art Director at Only IF, likely responsible for leading creative projects, developing visual content, and managing design teams.

Education

  • Escola Superior de Disseny, ElisavaMaster, Diseño y dirección de arte
  • Digital InvadersDiploma, Digital Communication, Web design, Creative & Art Direction
  • Universidad Autónoma MetropolitanaLicenciatura, Diseño de la comunicación gráfica

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