MIGUEL MEDRANO

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WHO AM I?

Creative problem solver with attention to detail and great social skills. Experienced Graphic Designer with a Bachelor’s Degree in Strategic Marketing and Communications.
As a freelancer, I have worked with a range of market sectors, from Burger King to Flor de Caña, Tedx and more. Experience in branding, marketing material production, event production and technology innovation as a Freelancer.
As IT and Communications Director at a K-12 international school, I have deployed devices and innovative technology solutions for a community with over 1,500 members and developed internal and external communication and marketing efforts.
I am looking to combine my skills and experience to expand my professional horizons.

SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Technology Integration
- Adaptability
- Team Management
- Communication
- Translation
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Video and Audio Production
- Photography
- Creativity
- Event Design and Production
- Advertising and Marketing
- Public Speaking
- Live Music Performance
- Cooking

EXPERIENCE

2015 - 2021

IT and Communications Director

American Nicaraguan School

Managua, Nicaragua

Responsible for planning, budgeting, purchasing, deployment and maintenance of Technological equipment and infrastructure. Responsible for all internal and external communications and marketing.

2012 - Present

Freelance Branding and Marketing Consultant

Coolpepper

Managua, Nicaragua

Worked with different companies and industries as freelance graphic designer, social media marketing consultant, event production and technological solutions development.

Companies include:

Flor de Caña, Tedx, Keller Williams, Burger King, Capelli Salon, Joya de Nicaragua, Nekupe Resort, Seguros America, Operation Smile among others.

2009 - 2012

Graphic Designer

Austin Community College

Austin, Texas

Responsible for design and production of marketing material for the Student Life Communications Department. Collaborated on Event production and Social Media Marketing

2008-2009

Graphic Designer

An-Image Signs and Printing

Miami, Florida

Responsible for design, print and production of installation of printed media. These included business cards, flyers, signage, billboards and car and boat wraps and decals.

EDUCATION

2012 - 2014

Universidad Americana | Managua, Nicaragua

Bachelor’s Degree in Strategic Marketing and Communications

2009 - 2012

Austin Community College | Austin, Texas

Associate’s Degree in Graphic Arts

2008 - 2009

Miami Dade College | Miami, Florida

Associate’s Degree in Art