I am a boy of a little bit of everything. Too passionate and creative for a summary, but here I go:I graduated in Industrial Design Engineering from Tecnológico de Costa Rica, yet my designer tendencies date back to a lifetime of creative and disruptive problem-solving. During my academic formation, I learned to channel my creative impulses into solutions aligned with my values of empathy, ethics, and analytical thinking. I thrive in diverse, creative, respectful, and collaborative environments. My career path has been shaped by participating in various design projects with organizations such as Auto Mercado S.A., Art City Tour by GAM Cultural, ErgoTec, Prisma - Visual Arts Club, and my own organization, Mino Design.I believe in the transformative power of design to improve every system in the world—industrial, political, environmental, economic, and social. As a designer, I feel a deep responsibility to contribute to this positive transformation.I'll keep climbing up this Bauhaus staircase.
Mino Design
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Industrial DesignerMino Design Feb 2018 - PresentCartago, Costa RicaLed and developed a range of freelance design projects, mainly through a Design Thinking approach, including: product design, communication design, UX - UI, graphic design, communication design, visual design, video editing, interaction design, rapid prototyping, and 3D modeling.
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Service Design Strategist(In)Definido Oct 2024 - Nov 2024San Jose, Costa RicaIn the "Investigación Operativa sobre Autopruebas de VIH en Costa Rica 2024" (Operational Research of HIV Self-Testing in Costa Rica 2024), organized by the Ministry of Health, I contributed to (in)Definido S.A. by designing and optimizing service flows for customer support and following up the CRM. This involved analyzing the existing processes, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing strategic improvements to enhance efficiency and user experience. Through these efforts, we successfully reduced appointment absenteeism by approximately, demonstrating the tangible impact of process improvements through the application of service design and operational analysis.Website: autorpuebavih.cr -
Service Designer - InternAuto Mercado S.A. Jul 2023 - Dec 2023San Jose, Costa RicaDuring my internship at Auto Mercado, I undertook a graduation project to earn my Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design Engineering. My role focused on enhancing customer retention in the company's loyalty program through the design of services and experiences. Despite the complexity of the program, which had not previously undergone a service design study or transformation, I successfully developed an innovative proposal with significant and feasible changes. I presented an organized action plan for its future implementation before concluding my internship.This experience was groundbreaking and provided me with valuable insights, including the expansion of my perception of design through a focus on services and experiences. Working in a multidisciplinary team imparted leadership lessons and a comprehensive understanding of how designers operate in professional environments. Involvement in a project centered on the needs of an established company underscored the importance of iteration in the design-thinking process. Beyond professional lessons, I strengthened my confidence in decision-making, essential for a designer's role in adapting and learning continuously throughout the design process. -
Ux - Ui Designer (Interaction Designer)Experiencias Culturales En Costa Rica-Gam Cultural Feb 2022 - Jun 2022Costa RicaSuccesfully led a team of three designers, to design and prototype interactive kiosks for the Art City Tour San José by conducting research, gathering requirements from stakeholders and users, creating a design system, and evaluating user feedback. This was a collaborative design project for Art City Tour - San José with GAM Cultural via Tecnológico de Costa Rica's Escuela de Diseño Industrial. -
Customer Service Associate - English/SpanishAmazon Sep 2020 - Feb 2021San Jose, Costa RicaProfessional customer service to Amazon.es customers, in English and Spanish. As a bilingual Customer Service Associate at Amazon Spain, my role consisted in enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers, which I excelled. With a focus on effective communication, comprehensive product knowledge, and a customer-centric approach, I addressed inquiries and resolved issues through various channels, including phone, email, and live chat. My responsibilities included processing returns and exchanges, troubleshooting account-related concerns, and guiding customers through the Amazon website and app. Adaptability and attention to detail were key to success in handling diverse customer concerns.Beyond the direct impact on customer relations, this role significantly contributed to my personal values. Handling returns, exchanges, and navigating complex customer scenarios emphasized the importance of empathy, patience, and integrity. These values have become intrinsic to my approach in collaborating with clients, coworkers, and enriching my own work as an Industrial Designer.Furthermore, my tenure as a Customer Service Associate unveiled the profound connection between customer experience and design. Navigating customers through the Amazon platform provided insights into user interactions, helping me understand how well-designed services positively influence the overall experience. This understanding is invaluable in my role as an Industrial Designer, as it reinforces the importance of user-centric design and the seamless integration of customer needs into every facet of the design process. It's not just about production; it's about crafting experiences that resonate with users, mirroring the principles of outstanding customer service. This convergence enhances my ability to design not only to meet functional requirements but also to elevate the overall user experience.
Mariano Coto Corrales Education Details
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Bachelor -
Industrial And Product Design
Frequently Asked Questions about Mariano Coto Corrales
What company does Mariano Coto Corrales work for?
Mariano Coto Corrales works for Mino Design
What is Mariano Coto Corrales's role at the current company?
Mariano Coto Corrales's current role is UX/UI Designer | Industrial Designer | Visual Artist + Designer.
What schools did Mariano Coto Corrales attend?
Mariano Coto Corrales attended Tecnológico De Costa Rica, Hochschule Für Gestaltung Schwäbisch Gmünd.
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