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Work History
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Hobbies and Interests
Languages
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Karina Arbelaez

QC

Summary

Knowledgeable with strong background in facilitating engaging and impactful workshops. Proven ability to design and deliver content that enhances participant learning and development. Demonstrated excellence in communication and adaptability, ensuring successful outcomes in diverse settings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Workshop Facilitator

Collectif Polea
01.2023 - Current
  • Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating and artistic activities for individuals between ages of 7and 55.
  • Developed partnerships with local organizations to collaborate on joint initiatives, promoting community involvement in recreation programs.
  • Increased program attendance through effective marketing strategies, including newsletters, social media promotion and flyer distribution.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with participants to foster a supportive and safe environment.
  • Assisted in the planning, preparation, and evaluation of the Collective goals, objectives, and strategies to continuously improve the workshops for the community.
  • Developed and monitored budgets for workshops.

Graphic designer

NAI Terramont Commercial
08.2022 - Current
  • Design and development of documents
  • Social media and newsletter management
  • Preparation of service offers, brochures and presentations
  • Editing promotional videos
  • Logo and titles animations in After Effects
  • Banner design for web and print

Graphic designer

Smolarz Design
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Preparation and creation of packaging ready to be printed
  • Assistance with packaging photoshoots
  • Creating photomontages with packaging

Freelance graphic designer

01.2018 - 12.2021
  • Photomontage and photo editing
  • Creation of web banners
  • Illustrations
  • Branding design
  • Website development
  • Creation of newsletters

Artist in Residence - Program démArt, CAM

La Centrale Gallery Powerhouse
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Study and research in the centre's archives
  • Production and direction of an art installation
  • Communications coordination
  • Layout of brochures, postcards and leaflets

Customer Service

Café Santropol
01.2015 - 12.2019

Education

Certificate - Motion Design

School of Motion
01.2023

Diploma of Professional Studies - Computer Graphics

CFPV
01.2018

Certificate - Scenography

School of Fine Arts Medellín
01.2012

Studies - Art History and Cinematography

University of Buenos Aires
01.2009

Bachelor - Visual Arts

University National of Medellín
01.2009

Skills

  • Workshop coordination
  • Group management
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong oral and written communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team leadership
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Emotional awareness
  • Conflict resolution

Hobbies and Interests

  • Curiosité et passion pour les arts graphiques et imprimés
  • Cinématographie
  • Randonnée
  • Voyages
  • Sports de plein air
  • Yoga

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Workshop Facilitator

Collectif Polea
01.2023 - Current

Graphic designer

NAI Terramont Commercial
08.2022 - Current

Graphic designer

Smolarz Design
01.2022 - 12.2022

Artist in Residence - Program démArt, CAM

La Centrale Gallery Powerhouse
01.2019 - 12.2019

Freelance graphic designer

01.2018 - 12.2021

Customer Service

Café Santropol
01.2015 - 12.2019

Diploma of Professional Studies - Computer Graphics

CFPV

Certificate - Scenography

School of Fine Arts Medellín

Studies - Art History and Cinematography

University of Buenos Aires

Bachelor - Visual Arts

University National of Medellín

Certificate - Motion Design

School of Motion
Karina Arbelaez