Margarida Girão

I’ve always been drawn to arts and communication, guided by values rooted in humanitarianism and justice. My creative intuition guides a refined and sensitive approach to communication, always seeking authenticity and innovation. Over the past 20 years, I’ve applied my expertise in collage across editorial and commercial illustration, workshops, events, and small-scale community identity projects.

Alongside my artistic endeavors, I lead A NEW DAY, a creative studio born from collaboration with friends and freelancers. Here, we blend graphic and editorial design, communication, and bold creative direction to create projects that are not only impactful but also meaningful.

My strategic mindset allows me to stay adaptable and reinvent myself, ensuring that my aesthetic sense and authenticity guide every project. With a deep emotional understanding of the human side behind digital networks, I strive to develop work that resonates with my core beliefs and values.

Education

BSTC (hons) in Digital & Multimedia Communication, University of Aveiro, Portugal.

Erasmus Mundus Masters in Journalism, Pontifical University of Salamanca, Spain.

Women Entrepreneurship Program
Selected for Women Win Win, a one-year mentoring program connecting women and business. The program focused on developing management skills, strategic decision-making, and improving the ability to structure, plan, and prioritize effectively.

Highlights

Artistic & Educational Engagement
Led artistic collage workshops in a prison as a volunteer, using creative expression as a tool for empowerment and personal development.

South America Experience
Moved to São Paulo seeking job opportunities but ended up embarking on a transformative journey, traveling by bus across South America. During this time, I worked as an illustrator and designer for European clients, adapting to new cultures while continuing my creative work.