Digital Comms & Design

Isabela Vargas

Isabela Vargas | ICAN Digital Communications Coordinator

Hi! My name
is Isabela

About

Digital Communications Professional with design & UX/UI skills, and an MS in International Studies. 8+ years of experience • Campaigner since 2013

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The Journey

I started at ICAN as a campaigner in 2013. From assisting at Civil Society Forums to delivering a speech at UN headquarters in Geneva, I have lived the mission. Now, after evolving my skills in the tech and corporate world, I'm bringing that expertise back where it belongs.

2013

Started as Campaigner

Began my journey at ICAN, assisting at the Civil Society Forum in Oslo. This formative experience shaped my understanding of international advocacy and nuclear disarmament efforts.

2014

Nayarit Conference

Supported ICAN’s Civil Society Forum in Nayarit through communications tasks, moderation support and Spanish-language translation, ensuring accessibility and coordination between campaigners.

2014-2021

Multiple Roles at ICAN

Worked in various capacities including Communications Intern, Project Coordinator, Designer, and Social Media Consultant. Created annual reports, booklets, social media campaigns, and digital content. Managed yearly grants for education risk projects in Latin America, with focus on Colombia.

2018

UN Speech, Geneva

Delivered a speech representing ICAN at UN headquarters in Geneva during global campaigners' meetings, a defining moment demonstrating my capability to represent the organization on international stages.

2017-2019

Government Sector

Worked with Colombian Justice Ministry and Cadastre Bogotá, developing digital platforms and public communications. Learned how to make complex technical information accessible to general audiences.

2019-2021

Corporate Experience

At Accenture, managed and analyzed data for multinational clients, developing skills in process optimization, GDPR compliance, and data-driven decision making crucial for digital communications.

2022-2024

Tech Innovation

Led BrandHub development at FREENOW, reducing asset search time by 85% through taxonomy-driven systems. Mastered digital asset management, brand consistency, and cross-functional collaboration.

2024-2025

Growth & Leadership

Currently serving as Growth Manager at Greener Act and Studio Manager at The Reformer Lab, co-designing strategies to scale partnerships and streamline operations. Ready to return to mission-driven work.

What I Bring

Digital Strategy

8+ years developing digital communications strategies across advocacy, government, and tech sectors. Expert in multi-channel campaigns that drive engagement and action.

Brand Management

Led BrandHub project at FREENOW that transformed how teams access and use brand assets. 85% efficiency increase.

Content Creation

Expert in creating compelling visual and written content for general audiences across web, social media, email, and print. Skilled in Adobe Suite, Figma, Canva.

Campaign Coordination

Proven track record coordinating international campaigns, managing stakeholders, and delivering results under tight deadlines. Comfortable working across time zones.

Systems Thinking

Strong in process optimization, workflow automation, and building scalable systems. Experience with DAM platforms (Bynder, Frontify) and project management tools.

International Experience

Worked with global teams (EU & Latin America), contributed to international advocacy networks, and spoke at the UN in Geneva. Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese. Master’s in International Studies.

Featured Projects

ICAN Digital Comms
2013-2021

Created annual reports, booklets, and social media campaigns for ICAN's international advocacy efforts. Developed visual content and digital assets for Civil Society Forums in Oslo and Nayarit. Provided social media consultancy and coordinated digital communications that supported ICAN's mission leading up to and following the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize.

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FREENOW BrandHub | Website | Social Media
2022-2024

Designed and implemented a comprehensive Brand Hub that revolutionized how 500+ employees across Europe access brand assets. Reduced search time by 85% through taxonomy-driven organization. Managed the entire project lifecycle from vendor selection to launch, ensuring brand consistency across all marketing channels while collaborating with design, marketing, and regional teams.

Public Sector Digital Comms
2017-2019

Led digital content strategy for Colombian government organizations including Cadastre Bogotá and Justice Ministry. Transformed complex technical information into accessible public-facing content through data visualizations, weekly newsletters, and digital platforms. Successfully bridged the gap between technical requirements and general audience comprehension.

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