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I'm mara henao, digital designer based in Barcelona.

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Digital designer with a strategic mindset and strong visual sensitivity

I’m Mara Henao, a digital designer from Colombia, currently happily based in Barcelona, with over 18 years of experience in creative direction, branding, digital experiences and visual communication, tailored to different business goals. I create clear, consistent and scalable brands and digital products by combining design, strategy and attention to detail. I collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and enjoy working on projects where design has a real impact on both the product and the people.

Experience

JUN 2020 - CURRENTLY

Senior digital designer

freelance
MAR 2016 - SEP 2024

Senior visual and UI designer

DENKSS ESTUDIO
JUN 2020 - MAR 2022

Senior UI/UX and brand designer

buddy service app
JUN 2015 - JUL 2017

UI and graphic designer

BeYou app
JAN 2014 - OCT 2014

UI/UX designer

optimyzet
apr 2008 - dec 2009

Webmaster & In-house creative

STF Group (Studio F)
mar 2007 - dec 2007

Web and graphic designer

universidad del valle (master/postgraduate virtual dintev)

Design process

1. Understand the context

I start by researching and asking the right questions. I analyze the brand, business goals and user needs, collaborating with stakeholders and teams to identify real problems, opportunities and priorities.

2. Design and shape the solution

Based on insights, I define concepts, structures and flows. I develop ideas through sketches, wireframes or visual proposals, combining creativity, strategy and usability. Continuous feedback helps refine and improve each solution.

3. Implement with coherence and quality

I follow the project through to implementation, preparing final deliverables and paying close attention to technical and visual details. I ensure consistency with the brand or design system so that the solution works well across all touchpoints.

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