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Data Visualization: Best Practices and Foundations
https://www.toptal.com/designers/data-visualization/data-visualization-best-practices
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Designer
São Paulo - State of São Paulo, Brazil
Toptal member since February 9, 2018
Bio
Mayra is an illustrator and graphic designer with expertise in infographics and presentation design. Over the past 14 years, she has provided solutions for companies worldwide, from startups to big players such as Canon, Salesforce, and Johnson & Johnson. Her experience enables her to complete tasks effectively and promptly. Mayra creates solutions that precisely fit a company's needs, whether they require a simple or complex design.
Experience
- Stationery Design - 15 years
- Corporate Design - 15 years
- Presentation Design - 15 years
- Visual Design - 15 years
- Graphic Design - 15 years
- Illustration - 15 years
- Data Visualization - 11 years
- Infographics - 11 years
Portfolio
The Biodiversity | Infographic
InfographicsIllustrationAdobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop
Imaginary Friends | 3D Characters
3D3D Character ModelingIllustrationIllustrator CC
Work Experience
Brand Designer
2025 - 2025
Tandem Ventures LLC
- Developed a complete visual identity system, including a professional logo and cohesive brand guidelines to ensure consistent application across all digital and print materials.
- Designed a character mascot aligned with the brand’s personality to enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement across marketing channels.
- Created an email signature template integrating brand colors and typography, improving professional communication consistency company-wide.
- Designed a presentation template to communicate brand messaging and project proposals effectively, ensuring visual clarity and brand alignment.
- Created a landing page targeted at prospective investors, aligning brand identity with business goals to support fundraising and partnership opportunities.
Technologies: Branding, Visual Design, Illustration, Social Media Content
Illustrator | Graphic and Web Designer
2013 - 2022
Visual.ly
- Designed infographics, turning highly complex data into digestible information.
- Created designs for responsive websites with appealing user interfaces.
- Crafted designs for microcontent to be shared on social media.
- Designed eBooks with illustrations and charts to help readers understand complex concepts.
- Built presentation designs with engaging visuals and animations.
- Created custom illustrations based on a client's needs.
Technologies: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Presentation Design, Graphic Design, PowerPoint Design, Branding, Data Visualization, Infographics, White Papers, Stationery Design, Visual Design, Corporate Design, Microsoft PowerPoint, Pitch Decks, Print Design, Printing, Annual Report Design, Layout Design, Report Design, Collateral Design, PDF Design, Brochure Design, Annual Reports, Editorial Design, Print Marketing Design
Art Director | Graphic Designer
2010 - 2013
Consumer Media Network
- Directed a team of designers located in different parts of the world.
- Designed data visualizations to help the audience understand complex concepts in an easy way.
- Created microcontent designs to be shared on social media.
- Devised custom illustrations based on a client's needs.
Technologies: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Visual Design
Illustrator
2009 - 2011
Coletivo Mambembe
- Created unique illustrations for Mambembe's Store products, tailored to the brand's style and customer preferences to be sold exclusively on the company’s online store.
- Collaborated with the design team to develop seasonal collections, ensuring each illustration complemented the product line and resonated with the target audience.
- Adapted my artwork for different types of accessories, maintaining a consistent quality and visual appeal across various printing techniques.
Technologies: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign
Advertising Intern
2009 - 2009
Playfilms
- Created illustrations for local companies, working closely with clients to understand their brand identity and marketing goals.
- Developed custom visual content, including logos, brochures, business cards, and promotional materials, that effectively communicated the company’s message to its target audience.
- Designed comprehensive advertising campaigns for both digital and print media to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
Technologies: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft PowerPoint
Other Experience
Education
2005 - 2009
Bachelor's Degree in Advertising
Newton Paiva University - Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
2008 - 2008
Certification in Hand-drawn and Digital Illustration
Casa dos Quadrinhos - Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
2007 - 2007
Certification in Web Design
INAP | Instituto de Arte e Projeto - Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Skills
Tools
Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Illustrator CC, Blender, Adobe Firefly
Platforms
Figma
Industry Expertise
Advertising, Psychology & Mental Health, Healthcare
Other
Visual Design, Infographics, Illustration, Graphic Design, Branding, Data Visualization, Presentation Design, PowerPoint Design, Visual Storytelling, Pitch Decks, Print Design, Printing, Annual Report Design, Layout Design, Report Design, Collateral Design, PDF Design, Brochure Design, Annual Reports, Editorial Design, Print Marketing Design, 3D, Stationery Design, Corporate Design, White Papers, 3D Character Modeling, 3D Graphics, Charts, Icon Design, UI Design, Vector Art, Finance, Environment, Social Media Content
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