Mayra Magalhaes Gomes, Designer in São Paulo - State of São Paulo, Brazil
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Mayra Magalhaes Gomes

Designer

São Paulo - State of São Paulo, Brazil

Toptal member since February 9, 2018

Expertise
IllustrationPresentation DesignGraphic DesignInfographicsData Visualization DesignPhotoshopFigmaBrand DesignIcon DesignAdobe Illustrator
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.

Portfolio

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

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Publication

Data Visualization: Best Practices and Foundations

https://www.toptal.com/designers/data-visualization/data-visualization-best-practices

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

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
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