Based in Brazil
With a strong foundation in Graphic Design, I seamlessly bridge the gap between aesthetic excellence and user-centered functionality. Whether establishing comprehensive brand systems, designing Web3 interfaces, or leveraging Generative AI for rapid prototyping, I thrive in fast-moving environments where experimentation turns early-stage ideas into reality.
Drove end-to-end design across multiple early-stage products with founders, PMs and engineers — designing 120+ validated screens. Owned discovery, research, UX strategy and scalable design systems that cut inconsistencies and engineering rework across remote teams.
Led product design across a venture studio portfolio, turning early-stage ideas into validated products alongside founders. Helped create 12 products and launch 9 to market — designing two ventures that secured external investment, delivering a high-converting Pegaê launch and winning multiple innovation hackathons as Design Lead.
Co-founded a design consultancy helping startups and growing businesses build products, brands and digital experiences. Delivered 40+ strategic product and branding projects and built long-term partnerships with 80+ clients across four countries — owning strategy, discovery and delivery end to end.
Built visual identities and brand systems for companies across multiple industries, establishing consistent brands adopted by 10+ organizations. Laid a strong foundation in design thinking, client collaboration and business-driven design that later evolved into a Product Design career.
Foundation in visual communication, human-centered design, typography, information architecture and visual systems — the base for crafting refined product and UI experiences.
“Mariana is an exceptionally dedicated and reliable designer. She elevated our standards and helped shape the visual identity of more than a dozen companies in our startup studio.”
“She's an extremely dedicated professional, always delivering fast, creative work with very high technical quality. She built the initial visual identity of my startup, Speck Finance.”
“Working with Mari was a professional delight. She's extremely creative and fast-paced, and quickly mastered the Web3 space — the kind of professional who brings out the best in everyone around her.”
“Mariana is highly professional and talented. I have great confidence in her creativity. She's always willing to teach, learn, and innovate — from graphic design to UI/UX.”
“Mariana always delivers incredible designs for even the most unexpected projects. She takes the time to understand the industry before starting, and it shows in how much life her designs have.”
