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Toptal is an elite network of the world’s top talent in business, design, and technology that enables companies to scale their teams, on demand. Toptal serves over 10,000 clients, including many Fortune 500 companies, delivering expertise and world-class solutions at an unparalleled success rate.• Defined job descriptions and talent responsibilities.• Sourced and shortlisted candidates for client consideration.• Screened applications and selected candidates.• Ensured high conversion rates.• Identified and pursued cross-sell opportunities.• Ensured technical and cultural fit.• Customized talent rates and managed engagement schedules.• Obtained feedback and maintained platform documentation.• Provided guidance to network designers.• Investigated disputes and collaborated cross-functionally on resolutions.

London, England, United Kingdom

During my time in London, I built and led a high-performing team of 12 designers across 7 countries, capable of launching MVPs with unparalleled speed—reducing time-to-market by up to 20x. I optimized workflows to deliver validated results from real users, driving creative and scalable design solutions. I oversaw the creation of dynamic prototypes and streamlined design processes, ensuring the team consistently exceeded expectations. This included traveling to Dubai and Riyadh for on-site client engagements and production oversight.• Met long-term company goals within budget constraints.• Collaborated with UX architects to conceptualize new ideas.• Identified emerging business opportunities.• Maintained and updated complex design systems.• Managed all phases of creative development.• Delivered innovative B2C and B2B design solutions.• Evaluated and implemented effective tools and frameworks.• Mentored and motivated team members.• Established relationships with key stakeholders.• Produced dynamic full-motion prototypes.• Developed product roadmaps.• Maintained commercial awareness.• Contributed hands-on visual design.• Traveled to Dubai and Riyadh for client engagements and production oversight.

Costa Rica

At FFB (now Meta), I led a team of 3 designers, working closely with the Head of Art Directors and their team to deliver impactful visual experiences for B2B conferences. Traveling to San Francisco and Chicago, I played a key role in projects aimed at driving adoption of online tools and increasing ad revenue, ensuring the design met both business goals and creative standards.• Led design and art direction for key projects.• Mentored and guided design teams.• Developed creative concepts aligned with brand objectives.• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams.• Presented and refined design solutions with stakeholders.• Traveled to Facebook offices in San Francisco and Chicago for collaboration.• Ensured design consistency across all deliverables.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Licentiate Degree, Graphic Design

Service Design, Certificate