Alvaro De Ramon Murillo
About Alvaro De Ramon Murillo
Alvaro De Ramon Murillo is a Product Designer with extensive experience in graphic design and user experience. He has co-founded Native Hotels and has worked with various organizations, while also contributing to design education through mentorship and speaking engagements.
Work at AIGA Design
Currently, Alvaro De Ramon Murillo serves as a Product Designer at AIGA Design, a position he has held since 2020. His role involves contributing to design initiatives and projects that align with AIGA's mission to advance design as a professional craft and vital cultural force. He works remotely, collaborating with a diverse team to enhance user experiences and promote design excellence.
Education and Expertise
Alvaro De Ramon Murillo has a solid educational background in design. He studied Graphic Design at Escuela Arte Diez, where he earned a Degree in Graphic Design from 2013 to 2016. He furthered his education at ArtEZ University of the Arts, obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design in 2016. Additionally, he completed a User Experience Design certificate from The Interaction Design Foundation in 2020 and holds an MBA from ThePower Business School, which he achieved in 2021.
Background
Alvaro De Ramon Murillo has a diverse professional background in design, spanning various roles and locations. He co-founded Native Hotels, serving as a UX Designer from 2015 to 2020. His experience includes positions as a Visual Designer at JAIME BERIESTAIN STUDIO and The Hotels Network, as well as a Graphic Designer at Techstars. He has also worked as a Founder & Graphic Designer at Joke and held internships in graphic design at TBWA.
Achievements
Alvaro De Ramon Murillo has received recognition for his contributions to design. He developed a custom typeface with integrated icons for food allergies, which won the A’ Design Award in 2016 and is utilized in thousands of restaurants globally. He was awarded by Telefonica in 2014 for creating 'Pay Today,' a startup aimed at short-term job finding. Additionally, he has been a speaker on user experience at universities and major events across multiple countries.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Alvaro De Ramon Murillo actively engages in mentorship, focusing on emerging designers, particularly in regions with limited access to design education. He has been mentored by prominent designers in Spain, the Netherlands, and the US, and has shared his expertise as a speaker at various events. He has been a member of AIGA since 2015, contributing to the design community through his involvement and support for upcoming talent.