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Hello, I’m Marisa Espinheira, a graphic designer based in northern Portugal. 

My work combines handmade techniques and cultural immersion to create designs with meaningful impact.

Guided by the simplicity of nature and the fluidity of aquatic environments, my work embraces minimalism, intentionality, and the art of slow living. These values shape my approach to design and life, helping me craft thoughtful visuals that connect with people.

I collaborate with purpose-driven clients and organizations, using design as a tool to amplify their missions.

About

Marisa smiling siting down with hands on her face.

Hello, I’m Marisa Espinheira, a graphic designer based in northern Portugal. My work combines handmade techniques and cultural immersion to create designs with social impact.

Inspired by nature and aquatic environments, I embrace minimalism and slow living, valuing intention and presence in every aspect of life.

I specialize in a variety of design services, including editorial projects like magazines and books, brand creation such as logos, brand concepts, and comprehensive brand guidelines, merchandising, custom typography, and event communication.

My mission is to create authentic and impactful designs that help small businesses connect deeply with their communities. Through thoughtful and intentional design, I strive to leave a lasting impression.

What i do

~ Branding & Identity

Logos, brand concepts, and full brand guidelines.

~ Event Communication

Engaging graphic materials that bring events to life.

~ Merchandising

Custom-designed products to enhance your brand.

~Editorial Design

Books, magazines, and layouts that captivate & inform.

Let's connect and collaborate unleashing some creative tides!

Work
experience

September 2022 - April 2024 ~
YUMEDA studio | Graphic Designer
Germany | Remote

Developing corporate brand identity design, logos, design systems, and print material;
Designing internal workflows and implementing systems to enhance operational efficiency for clients;
Additional responsibilities include creating advertisements, infographics, icons, logos, brand guidelines, presentations and banners;
Direct contact with marketing and UX/UI departments.

February 2022 - October 2022 ~ May 2024 - Present ~
Freelancer | Multidisciplinary Designer

Direct client engagement, including feedback sessions and planning;
Developing and delivering visual identities, incorporating both digital and print materials such as logos, business cards, document holders, tote bags, and posters;
Creation of customised typographic design;
Creation of social media content;
Leading creative direction for music album artwork:
Conducting professional photography sessions.

Education

May 2022 | Reconnecting Youth (powered by kinetic) Training Course.
Prague, Czech Republic (1 week)

2019 | The English Language Centre English Language Study.
Bristol, U.K (6 weeks)

2016-2019 | Design and Multimedia Bachelor's Degree.
Coimbra University, Portugal

2019-2021 | Communication Design Master’s Degree.
ESAD Matosinhos, Portugal

Volunteer Experience

May 2023 - Present | Nice 2 meet You Girl

Co-founder. I organize events, assist in the creation of graphic materials, and contribute to the production of merchandise, helping to strengthen the community’s identity and empower women surfers.

May 2024 - June | SOMA Surf, São Tomé
Surf Buddy

January 2022 | Indie Júnior Porto (international Film Festival) | Portugal
Photographer