Hola – I'm a Dublin based Visual & Brand Designer.
I shape brands and build visual systems.  

Marshall Yards
cityus
The Shelbourne Hotel
TC Matthwes
Broadsword
Stateline
Ronan Group
mosart
Teselas
Via Verde
La Tristura
sacyr
Dani Llamas
El Mini Bar
Gray & Co
Bordon
Aqua Vetro
Spanish Observatory on Medical Cannabis (OECM)
Espicy
Potential Squared
Sunday Pictures
Iberia

Hola — I'm a Dublin based Visual & Brand Designer creating scalable design solutions across branding, packaging, digital and editorial. Clarity, simplicity and logic guide everything I make.

I've dedicated the last 15 years to the intersection of branding and screen, building visual systems that hold up whether they're on a billboard, a package, or a browser. My path started in Jerez de la Frontera, before taking me to Madrid to work across some of the world's most recognized brands: BBVA, Vodafone, Adidas, Google, Iberia, Diageo, Heineken, and NBC Universal, among others.

Since 2019, I've been Senior Visual Designer at Originate in Dublin, leading creative across digital, branding, print and editorial for clients including AIB, Toyota, Marriott Group, KPMG and TC Matthews. My work spans brand strategy and messaging, art direction, and front-end prototyping — I like being in the room when a brand decides what it stands for, not just how it looks.

Alongside agency work, I run independent design projects and stay involved in things I care about outside the studio: organizing Palante Fest, an alternative music festival in Jerez de la Frontera, and following Bohemian FC, a club I've worked for and that's central to how I experience Dublin.

I named this site Could Be The Weather because in Dublin, when you don't know someone yet, that's what you talk about.

When I'm not shaping brands, I'm probably at Dalymount Park watching Bohemian FC, sketching out next year's lineup for Palante Fest, or arguing that a good typeface choice can save almost any layout.

Skills


Identity & Branding
Naming, Logo Development, Design Guidelines + Systems

UX and UI
Visual Design, high-fidelity Wireframes, Prototyping

Art Direction + Consulting
Developing design concepts across different media channels

Print Products
Books, Magazines, Brochures, Reports, Poster, Flyer

Clients


Abbie
Adidas
AIB
Ballymore
BBVA
Cepsa
Diageo
Diesel
Four Seasons
Google
Iberia
LaLiga
Live Nation
Loewe
NBC
Red Cross
Sony Music
Vodafone
William Hill

Experience


Originate

Senior Visual Designer
2019—Now

Superunion Madrid
Senior Brand Designer
2017—2018

Pop in Group
Art Director
2016

ES3
Digital Designer
2014—2015

Rodil&Herraiz
Graphic Designer
2008—2013

RMG Connect
Digital Designer
2007

Testimonials

Joaquín joined my team and we worked closely for over a year. He brought creative energy, enthusiasm, strong coffee and great music to each and every task. He comes with vast international experience, a wealth of technical knowledge and a bizarrely twisted eye for the most appropriate typeface - especially when you don't expect it. A whirlwind of talent. A much needed incendiary device. Rock agus roll. Never surrender. Go big - with this small guy from Cádiz!
Garrett Murphy
Creative Director



I worked with Joaquin for some months while I was creative director at Brand Union Madrid (now Superunion). As you can easily see from his portfolio, he’s a talented and seasoned designer, with plenty of resources that loves music and has a fresh (as well as practical when needed) approach to projects. What you might not be able to see so clearly is that he’s a bright and cheerful teammate, that loves to socialize, share and live within a team. He was the one that had a visual reference when someone needed it, and also the one always ready to help or go for a beer after work. Super commited and a good teamworker. Also, as a designer that has been on his own for a while, we really appreciated his one-man-band approach when needed (kind of a swiss knive): digital, branding, packaging or social media… Really encourage to give him a try, he’ll deliver.
David Cano
Interbrand Madrid Creative Director



Joaquin's creativity and talent are evident in all of his projects. Regardless of the size of the task, he always brings an expert eye and a passion to exceed client expectations with a seemingly limitless source of energy. I have also found Joaquin to be an excellent colleague in both dependability and socially, he can always be relied on to lend a helping hand and is always great craic around the studio. He is an excellent driver of motivation and is constantly following the latest design trends and evolving his skills while encouraging those around him, a huge asset to any creative environment. Eamonn Mannix
Lead Developer



Joaquín has always gone above and beyond, producing hig quality work and ensuring our clients are always happy. Joaquín has proven himself as an innovator, always looking for new ways to improve our processes, inspire his fellow designers and produce unique concepts that push boundaries. Joaquín never fails to put in the extra hours when needed, and his upbeat, enthusiastic demeanor brings life to our studio. In the course of leading multiple projects, Joaquín has demonstrated his ability to multitask and prioritize project objectives while stayin focused under pressure. I have had the opportunity to work with Joaquín on many projects over the years, and you can always count on a well-thought out, smart, strategic approach to his creative concepts. His unique eye and love for typography shines , and he is always ready and willing to take on new challenges. Samantha Pereira
Head of Client Service