01 / Brand Identity & Social Media Designer

Creative by nature.
Strategic by design.

I create brand identities, packaging design, graphic design and strategic social media content by connecting visual storytelling, creative execution and brand positioning.

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Marmittos brand identity presentation reading "Comida Real Todo Dia"Little Luna pet store unboxing with branded packagingPreviato Fine Jewelry social media post with 18K gold jewelry on silk

02 / Selected Work

Brand Identity

Visual identities shaped by research, creative exploration, and intentional decisions about what each brand needs to communicate.

Marmittos brand identity presentation reading "Comida Real Todo Dia"

Brand Identity · Packaging Design · Digital Applications

Marmittos

Marmittos is a healthy meal subscription concept created for people who want to eat well without spending time shopping for ingredients or cooking. The visual challenge was to communicate elegance, quality, and convenience while making it clear that the convenience comes from real food rather than an industrialized fast-food experience. I developed a nature-inspired identity grounded in earthy greens, restrained neutrals, organic details, and typography that evokes traditional food preparation. Hand-drawn logo exploration and responsive variations supported a recognizable visual system across packaging and digital content. The project also considers how consistent brand touchpoints and a clear promise of time saved could support customer experience and brand recall.

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Little Luna pet store unboxing with branded packaging

Brand Identity · Custom Illustration · Digital Applications

Little Luna Pet Store

Little Luna is a pet product e-commerce concept built around the founder’s affection for dogs. The challenge was to look immediately recognizable as a pet brand while creating a distinctive identity that felt personal rather than generic. After briefing and competitor research, I developed a playful visual language using vibrant color, expressive typography, hand-drawn logo exploration, and a custom mascot. Organic curves and flowing lines were chosen to communicate the movement, energy, and softness associated with dogs. The identity extends into packaging and social media, with each application reinforcing the same warm, creative, human-centered personality.

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Lulima luxury shopping bag mockup

Rebranding · Fashion Brand Identity · Art Direction

Lulima

Lulima is a women’s fashion retailer whose rebranding aimed to support a move toward a higher-income audience, a more elevated product offer, and stronger perceived value. The challenge was to create a feminine identity that felt adult, delicate, confident, and original rather than simply decorative. Through market and competitor research, moodboards, sketches, and typographic exploration, I developed a warmer, more sophisticated palette influenced by luxury fashion references and the founder’s personality. Deliberate changes in letter scale and wave-like forms reference the curves of the female body, adding movement and individuality without losing elegance. The identity was translated into packaging and branded applications as a foundation for the retailer’s new positioning.

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03 / Selected Work

Social Media & Content Design

Digital content shaped by brand positioning, thoughtful art direction, and clear visual storytelling.

Previato Fine Jewelry social media post with 18K gold jewelry on silk

Social Media Design · Art Direction · Luxury Brand Communication

Previato Fine Jewelry

During a rebranding initiative for a US-based jewelry brand, I developed the visual direction for its digital communication. The objective was to express product quality, elegance, and mature femininity without relying on crowded compositions or promotional-looking branding. I intentionally photographed or presented the jewelry against softly folded silk: the material, sheen, and wave-like movement were selected to evoke delicacy and refinement while drawing attention to the pieces. Copy was kept sparse to create a quiet, editorial tone, and the logo appeared selectively or was integrated subtly into the layout. Inspired by the principles of quiet luxury, the approach uses visual restraint to make the products—not repeated brand marks—the center of attention.

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Facta editorial social media mockup about misinformation

Editorial Design · Social Media Design · Visual Consistency

Facta

Facta is an Italian digital publication that identifies and debunks misinformation. Although its social media content already used the brand’s black-and-yellow palette, it lacked recurring graphic elements and a consistent editorial language. Rather than proposing an unnecessary full rebrand, I worked from the existing identity: I retained the established colors, introduced a circular graphic motif inspired by the dot within the F of the logo, and selected typography that complemented the original mark. The resulting content system was designed to bring visual continuity to posts on complex topics while making information hierarchy and readability central to the communication.

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Instagram editorial mockup for Ana Magalhães

Social Media Design · Personal Brand Communication · Visual Storytelling

Ana Magalhães

Ana Magalhães is an immigration legal consultant whose Instagram communication needed to feel credible without losing the warmth of a personal profile. I worked with her existing colors while making them visually compatible with the burgundy used by her partner company, Kravitz & Guerra. Serif typography brought an editorial, professional tone; real photographs, particularly those connected to Ana’s own experience of living in the United States, helped humanize the content. The strategic narrative went beyond explaining immigration services: the profile was designed to speak to the aspiration behind those services—the possibility of building a life in America. This balance of professional trust and personal storytelling guided the visual decisions throughout the project.

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04 / About Me

About Me

Portrait of Catharina Quilis

Design is how I turn ideas into meaningful communication.

I’m Catharina Quilis, a Brazilian-Italian designer working across brand identity, graphic design, and social media content. My approach combines visual creativity with an understanding of brand positioning, audiences, and communication objectives.

Through agency and freelance experience, I’ve developed identities and digital content for different industries and visual styles. My background in Digital Design and Business Management & Marketing helps me connect creative decisions to wider business and communication goals.

05 / What I Do

What I Do

Brand Identity & Visual Design

Logo exploration, identity systems, typography, color, applications, and coherent visual languages shaped by research.

Social Media & Content Design

Social graphics, carousels, editorial layouts, and campaign visuals aligned with brand identity and communication goals.

Creative Direction & Strategic Thinking

Audience-aware concepts, competitor-informed design choices, storytelling, and recommendations for clearer communication.

Design in context / Selected details

Ideas made visible.

From identity exploration to editorial design, each visual choice has a purpose.

Marmittos brand identity exploration
01 / Explore Brand identity
Lulima fashion brand visual application
02 / Build Visual systems
Facta editorial content design
03 / Communicate Digital content

06 / How I Work

How I Work

01 Discover

Understand the brand, audience, business context, and communication objectives.

02 Research

Study market references, competitors, and opportunities for visual differentiation.

03 Create

Translate insights into concepts, hand sketches, typography, color, and graphic systems.

04 Apply & Refine

Build touchpoint applications, check visual consistency, and propose ways to improve experience and communication.

07 / What Sets Me Apart

What Sets Me Apart

Design with intention

I connect visual decisions to brand personality, audience, and communication goals.

Versatility without losing consistency

I adapt visual language to each brand, from expressive illustration to restrained editorial design.

A multidisciplinary perspective

My education in design, marketing, and business informs how I approach communication.

An international outlook

Experiences across different cultural environments shape how I communicate and collaborate.

08 / Toolkits

Creative & Marketing Toolkits

Creative Toolkit

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Figma
  • Canva
  • CapCut

Marketing & Collaboration Toolkit

  • Meta Business Suite
  • RD Station
  • Mailchimp
  • Jira

09 / Experience & Education

Experience & Education

Experience

  1. Feb 2025 – Nov 2025Marketing & Social Media Strategist — Guide&Co

    Supported content planning, visual communication, and social media initiatives across B2B and B2C accounts.

  2. 2022 – PresentFreelance Designer & Content Creator

    Developed brand identities, graphic assets, and social media content for clients and independent projects.

Education

  1. 2022 – 2025BA in Digital Design — FACAMP
  2. 2025 – 2026Postgraduate Studies in Business Management & Marketing — ESPM
  3. 2018 – 2021Visual Arts Studies — A.W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, Florida

10 / Testimonials

What People Say

A few words from people I’ve worked and learned with.

“I worked with Catharina at Guide&Co, and it was a pleasure having her on the team. She is a creative, proactive, and highly focused professional who is committed to delivering quality work, with strong organizational skills and a clear sense of priorities in her day-to-day responsibilities. She always maintained an excellent attitude toward clients, demonstrating strong communication skills and maturity when handling requests and deadlines. Beyond that, Catharina contributed greatly to the team's positive atmosphere. She was always cheerful, collaborative, and able to connect easily with others. I confidently recommend her and believe she has everything it takes to excel in social media strategy.”

André Coalla
Founder & CEO at Guide&Co | Former Manager

“Catharina has that unmistakable sparkle in her eyes, and it's truly wonderful to work with someone like that! She's dedicated, always eager to learn, and always ready to solve any problem that comes her way. She's proactive and always brings a positive attitude! It was such a pleasure working with you, Cath! Thank you for everything we shared and learned from each other. Wishing you all the success!”

Mayara Nemeth
Senior Account Executive | Former colleague at Guide&Co

“Catharina has always stood out as a student for her talent in graphic design, illustration, and creative work focused on digital marketing. She demonstrated a strong creative background, a refined aesthetic sense, and, most importantly, the creative maturity to transform concepts into well-executed visual solutions. She is dedicated, curious, open to feedback, and has shown consistent growth throughout her projects. Without a doubt, she is a professional with great potential and strong preparation for the industry.”

Junior Valler
CEO at Confessionário | Former Design Professor at FACAMP

11 / International Background

International Background

Different cultures. One creative perspective.

My experiences across Brazil, the United States, and Italy have shaped how I communicate, collaborate, and approach design. They have strengthened my adaptability and appreciation for different audiences and visual cultures.

Geometric world map in navy, pink, sky blue and beige with gold pins marking Brazil, Florida in the United States, and Italy
  • Brazil
  • Florida, USA
  • Italy

A creative perspective shaped by Brazil, Florida, and Italy.

Languages

Language proficiency · CEFR levels

  • PortugueseC2
  • EnglishC2
  • SpanishC2
  • ItalianC1

Frequently asked questions

Design, explained.

What does Catharina Quilis design?

I work on brand identity, graphic design, packaging, social media content and creative direction, connecting visual decisions to brand positioning and communication goals.

What kinds of projects can I explore?

Explore branding and packaging for Marmittos, Little Luna and Lulima, and social media or editorial design for Previato Fine Jewelry, Facta and Ana Magalhães.

How does the design process work?

My process begins with the brief and audience, develops through research and visual exploration, and continues into brand applications and refinement.

12 / Contact

Let’s Connect

Looking for a designer who brings creativity and strategic thinking together? I’d love to hear about your team, project, or opportunity.

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