Hi there! I'm Juan Ignacio Ricciardi, a passionate graphic designer and illustrator with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in creating eye-catching designs and illustrations that bring ideas to life, whether for branding, social media, editorial projects, or custom artwork. I combine technical expertise in tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with a keen eye for detail and a love for storytelling through visuals. My goal? To craft designs that not only look great but also communicate your message effectively. From concept to completion, I’m here to make your creative vision a reality. Let’s create something amazing together!

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Hi there! I'm Juan Ignacio Ricciardi, a passionate graphic designer and illustrator with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in creating eye-catching designs and illustrations that bring ideas to life, whether for branding, social media, editorial projects, or custom artwork. I combine technical expertise in tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with a keen eye for detail and a love for storytelling through visuals. My goal? To craft designs that not only look great but also communicate your message effectively. From concept to completion, I’m here to make your creative vision a reality. Let’s create something amazing together!

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Hi there! I’m Juan Ignacio Ricciardi, a passionate graphic designer and illustrator with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in creating eye-catching designs and illustrations that bring ideas to life, whether for branding, social media, editorial projects, or custom artwork.

I combine technical expertise in tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with a keen eye for detail and a love for storytelling through visuals. My goal? To craft designs that not only look great but also communicate your message effectively.

From concept to completion, I’m here to make your creative vision a reality. Let’s create something amazing together!

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Skills

Procreate
Ch
Character Design
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
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Experience Level

Procreate
Expert
Character Design
Expert
Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Figma
Intermediate
Adobe After Effects
Intermediate
Blender
Beginner

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Education

Bachelor of Arts in graphic design at University of Buenos Aires
March 10, 2009 - December 3, 2015

Qualifications

AI Industrial Implementations
September 30, 2024 - November 15, 2024
Universidad de Buenos Aires

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment
    uniE613 Packaging Design for CBD Cartridges
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/213648393/Packaging-for-CBD-Cartridges The CBD Cartridges project required creating sleek, eye-catching packaging that aligned with the brand’s modern and premium positioning in the wellness industry. The design had to stand out on shelves while conveying the product’s high-quality and therapeutic nature. Scope of Work Visual Concept Development: Conceptualized a clean and elegant design that reflects the natural, calming qualities of CBD products. Incorporated subtle, organic motifs and a sophisticated color palette to communicate wellness, purity, and trustworthiness. Typography & Layout: Selected refined, minimalistic typography to enhance readability and convey professionalism. Organized the layout to balance visual appeal with clear, concise product information, adhering to regulatory requirements. Material & Printing Considerations: Designed with premium packaging materials in mind, ensuring the final product would feel as luxurious as it looks. Integrated printing techniques such as spot UV and embossing to emphasize key elements, adding tactile interest. Brand Alignment: Ensured the packaging design aligned with the brand's existing identity while elevating its market presence. Focused on maintaining consistency across different product variants for a cohesive product line. Creative Approach The design struck a balance between modern minimalism and natural aesthetics, appealing to both new and experienced CBD users. The visual language was crafted to evoke feelings of relaxation, clarity, and trust, reflecting the product’s benefits. Results The final packaging design successfully differentiated the CBD Cartridges in a crowded market, enhancing brand visibility and consumer trust. The premium look and feel resonated with the target audience, reinforcing the product’s value and quality.
    uniE613 Brand Illustrations for CHOCO
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/141582223/Brand-illustrations-for-CHOCO The CHOCO project involved creating a vibrant and cohesive series of illustrations to support and enhance the brand’s identity. As a food-focused platform, CHOCO required visuals that would resonate with its mission of streamlining food industry operations while maintaining an approachable, energetic, and modern aesthetic. Scope of Work Custom Illustrations: Developed a series of bespoke illustrations that reflect the brand’s innovative and user-friendly approach. Designed characters, objects, and scenes that represent the food and restaurant industry, emphasizing collaboration and efficiency. Ensured a cohesive illustration style aligned with CHOCO’s brand guidelines, emphasizing clean lines, dynamic compositions, and bold, inviting colors. Visual Storytelling: Crafted visual narratives that simplify complex processes, making the brand's services more relatable and accessible to its audience. Focused on storytelling elements that convey professionalism, reliability, and a sense of community within the food industry. Brand Integration: Incorporated illustrations seamlessly into marketing materials, including digital platforms, social media posts, and in-app graphics. Created flexible assets that could be adapted for various campaigns while maintaining visual consistency. Creative Direction: Collaborated with the client to align the illustrations with the brand’s voice and goals, ensuring the designs resonate with both B2B and B2C audiences. Explored innovative visual metaphors to depict the brand’s efficiency and value in the food supply chain. Creative Approach The illustration style balanced playfulness with professionalism, leveraging dynamic forms and bold palettes to create a warm yet efficient look. The designs were carefully crafted to humanize the brand, fostering trust and approachability in a competitive market. Results The custom illustrations for CHOCO elevated the brand’s identity by infusing it with personality and clarity. The visuals helped communicate complex ideas in an engaging and relatable way, strengthening the connection between the brand and its target audience.
    uniE613 Branding & Illustration for KIDS & FILM
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/141607465/Branding-Illustration-for-KIDS-FILM The KIDS FILM project focused on crafting a whimsical and engaging visual identity tailored to a young audience. The goal was to create a vibrant, imaginative brand that would capture the essence of childhood wonder while appealing to both children and their parents. Scope of Work Logo Design & Brand Identity: Designed a playful and approachable logo that conveys creativity and joy. Developed a bright and cheerful color palette, combining warm and cool tones to evoke a sense of fun and inclusivity. Selected friendly and dynamic typography that complements the lighthearted theme of the brand. Custom Illustrations: Created a series of hand-drawn, storybook-style illustrations to represent the brand’s playful and imaginative spirit. Designed characters, props, and scenes that resonate with the world of children’s storytelling and cinema. Integrated these illustrations across various branding materials, including posters, brochures, and digital assets. Marketing & Collateral: Designed engaging visuals for promotional materials such as social media posts, event posters, and branded merchandise. Crafted cohesive layouts that balance bold visuals with informative content, ensuring appeal to both children and adults. Creative Direction: Collaborated closely with stakeholders to ensure the designs aligned with the brand’s vision of celebrating creativity and childhood curiosity. Focused on maintaining a consistent visual language across all deliverables to strengthen brand recognition. Creative Approach The visual identity and illustrations were inspired by the charm of classic children’s books and animations, infused with a modern aesthetic. The designs aimed to spark excitement and imagination, creating a brand experience that feels magical and memorable. Results The branding and illustration work for KIDS FILM successfully brought the project’s vision to life, resulting in a cohesive and delightful visual identity. The designs not only captured the target audience’s attention but also set the stage for a strong emotional connection between the brand and its viewers.
    uniE613 Vulcano Brand Design
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/141692025/VULCANO-NFT-game-brand-design Brand Design for VULCANO NFT Game The VULCANO NFT Game project required a bold and futuristic visual identity to reflect its innovative nature in the gaming and blockchain space. The goal was to create a brand that would resonate with tech-savvy gamers and NFT enthusiasts, showcasing the game’s dynamic and immersive experience while setting it apart in a competitive market. Scope of Work Logo Design & Visual Identity: Designed a sleek and impactful logo that encapsulates the game’s volcanic theme, energy, and digital essence. Developed a vibrant and futuristic color palette inspired by molten lava, glowing embers, and the digital world. Created a typography system that balances a cutting-edge feel with readability for both in-game and marketing materials. Game Branding Elements: Conceptualized and produced custom graphic elements, including iconography, patterns, and textures, to enhance the brand's thematic consistency. Designed branding assets for in-game interfaces and menus, ensuring they were visually cohesive with the overall aesthetic. Marketing Collateral: Developed designs for promotional materials, including banners, posters, and digital assets for social media campaigns, to attract and engage the target audience. Crafted animated visuals and mockups to highlight the dynamic and interactive aspects of the game’s universe. NFT Integration: Designed visual concepts for the game’s NFTs, ensuring they aligned with the brand’s identity and added value to the gaming experience. Created branded templates for showcasing NFT assets on marketplaces and promotional platforms. Creative Direction The visual language was crafted to evoke the raw power of a volcano while incorporating the sleek, futuristic appeal of blockchain technology. This balance of organic and digital themes allowed the brand to stand out in the highly competitive NFT and gaming space. Results The VULCANO NFT Game brand design successfully captured the essence of the game’s dynamic nature and innovation. The cohesive and striking visual identity not only enhanced the game’s marketability but also helped build anticipation and trust among its target audience, paving the way for a memorable launch.
    uniE613 Dr. Larosa Social Media
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/213297043/Dr-La-Rosa-Social-Media This project focused on creating a cohesive and visually appealing social media presence for Dr. La Rosa, a leader in aesthetic medicine. The goal was to enhance brand visibility, engage with the target audience, and effectively communicate the clinic's expertise and services through compelling visuals and strategic content design. Scope of Work Content Strategy & Visual Identity: Aligned the social media design with the established brand identity, ensuring a consistent tone and style across all platforms. Developed a structured content strategy that highlighted key services, patient success stories, promotions, and educational content. Template Design: Created customizable and reusable templates tailored for Instagram and Facebook. These templates were designed to accommodate a variety of post types, such as announcements, testimonials, and service highlights. Focused on clean layouts, elegant typography, and a calming color palette to reflect professionalism and approachability. Engaging Visual Content: Designed dynamic and eye-catching graphics, incorporating icons and imagery that resonate with the aesthetic and medical themes of the brand. Developed Instagram Stories and highlight covers to enhance audience interaction and provide quick access to essential information. Brand Messaging Integration: Incorporated concise and clear copywriting to support the visual designs, ensuring the messages were both engaging and informative. Creative Direction The design approach emphasized minimalism and clarity while maintaining a professional aesthetic. The goal was to balance visual appeal with functionality, ensuring the designs resonated with potential clients while reinforcing the clinic’s authority in the field of aesthetic medicine. Results The updated social media designs increased audience engagement and helped establish a consistent and professional brand presence. The templates provided a scalable solution for future content, enabling the brand to maintain high-quality visuals effortlessly.
    uniE613 Brand for Dr. Larosa
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/213308525/Dr-La-Rosa-Branding Branding for Dr. La Rosa The branding project for Dr. La Rosa aimed to create a professional, approachable, and visually striking identity that reflects the values of trust, expertise, and care in the healthcare field. The challenge was to design a cohesive visual identity that could effectively communicate Dr. La Rosa’s dedication to excellence in aesthetic medicine while resonating with a diverse audience. Scope of Work Visual Identity Design: Developed a clean and modern logo that encapsulates professionalism and elegance. Chose a calming and refined color palette that conveys trust and sophistication. Designed typographic elements that balance a clinical aesthetic with approachability. Social Media Templates: Created versatile and engaging social media templates for Instagram and Facebook. These templates were designed to highlight services, patient success stories, and promotions while maintaining brand consistency. Stationery and Collateral: Designed business cards and letterheads that align with the brand’s aesthetic, ensuring a polished and unified presentation across all touchpoints. Brand Guidelines: Delivered a comprehensive brand guideline document to ensure the consistency of design elements across all platforms and mediums. Creative Direction The design process focused on translating Dr. La Rosa’s core values—innovation, precision, and care—into a visual language. By combining modern typography with soft, inviting visuals, the branding strikes a balance between professionalism and approachability, making it ideal for clients seeking aesthetic medical services. Results The new branding successfully positioned Dr. La Rosa as a trustworthy and innovative leader in the aesthetic medicine field. It strengthened the brand’s presence on social media and other marketing channels, creating a memorable and professional image that clients can relate to and trust.