about
Bold colors, unique stories.
Lobo Sánchez is a designer and illustrator based in Barcelona, with a deep interest in the use of color, playful compositions, and a distinctive style. His work combines creativity and craftsmanship to bring unique stories to life.

Originally from a small town in Málaga, Lobo graduated in Journalism before specializing in Graphic Design, driven by his lifelong passion for the visual arts. His creativity extends beyond design, encompassing traditional techniques like painting, drawing, collage, and mixed media, as well as digital art.
After completing his studies, Lobo moved to Barcelona, where he has collaborated with agencies and both large and small companies across various sectors, including healthcare, footwear, retail for children, and editorial design. His experience spans designing for e-commerce, creating impactful branding, and developing visually engaging editorial projects.
With a unique approach that blends traditional craftsmanship and contemporary digital techniques, Lobo consistently delivers high-quality work that pushes creative boundaries and connects with diverse audiences.
education
JOURNALISM
University of Málaga
September 2006 – June 2011
ADVERTISING GRAPHICS
San Telmo School of Arts – Málaga
September 2006 – June 2008
GRAPHIC DESIGN AND PREPRESS
Gauss Multimedia – Málaga
September 2010 – June 2011
WEB DESIGN: USERS, INTERFACES, AND MOBILE DEVICES
UOC
September 2013 – February 2014
COMMUNICATION & EDUCATION
Noordelijke Hogeschool Leeuwarden – Netherlands
August 2009 – January 2010
ENGLISH & KOREAN LITERATURE
Incheon University – South Korea
August 2011 – March 2012
Selected Work Experience
VEEPEE
Creative Banner Designer
September 2019 – May 2024
Design and creation of product banners for the Veepee platform.
MCCANN HEALTHCARE
Art Director
February 2018 – September 2018
Art direction in a healthcare advertising agency.
CDM BARCELONA
Designer / Art Director
December 2013 – January 2018
Online and offline design as part of the international department in a healthcare advertising agency.
NOVEMAGAZINE
Designer / Art Director
March 2011 – July 2011
Creation and art direction for an online cultural publication.
DIARIO SUR
Journalist
May 2010 – November 2010
Cultural journalist for the culture section of the newspaper.
UNIVERSITY OF MÁLAGA
Designer / Writer
September 2009 – March 2010
Writing and graphic design for the Faculty of Communication Sciences.
PUBLICATIOnS
COMO YO TE AMO
Ediciones Hidroavión
2022
An illustrated book celebrating Spanish culture through the biographies of thirteen influential personalities.
Collaborations with CANCANEO Magazine
2023
Contributions as an illustrator for an LGBTQ+ cultural magazine, featuring creative and engaging visuals.
LANGUAGES
Spanish:
Native
English:
Fluent
Catalan:
Intermediate
tools & SOFTWARE
I’m proficient in a wide range of tools and software, allowing me to adapt to various creative and technical needs:
- Adobe Photoshop: Expert level, ideal for photo editing, digital art, and compositing.
- Adobe Illustrator: Expert level, perfect for vector-based design and illustration.
- Adobe InDesign: Expert level, for editorial and layout design.
- Blender: Intermediate knowledge, for 3D modeling and rendering.
- MidJourney AI: Advanced experience in creating and enhancing visuals using artificial intelligence.
- Canva and CapCut: Practical expertise for social media content creation, including visuals and video editing.
- WordPress and Elementor: Solid skills in web design, focusing on creating functional and visually engaging websites.
- Video Editing: Basic understanding, sufficient for simple video edits and enhancements.
AWARDS
ASPID 2018:
Best Action with Professionals
CDM Barcelona
Graphic Design and Multimedia
Gold ASPID 2019:
Integrated Campaign
McCann Health
Art Direction and Graphic Design
Silver ASPID 2019:
Design
CDM Barcelona
Illustration