Karina Finegan Alves

Co-founder of “TAG,” an in-development platform targeted at actors.

• Leading the design and front-end development to create an intuitive, user-friendly interface

• Designing UI components and user flows in Figma, maintaining a cohesive brand aesthetic

• Collaborating closely with the backend engineer for seamless integration and performance

• Utilizing Django, Tailwind CSS, Postgres, and JavaScript for a responsive, scalable product

• Founded and ran Lionize, specializing in creating high-quality websites with Webflow.

• Focused on elevating Webflow designs with custom JavaScript solutions and GSAP animations.

• Designed and developed responsive, user-friendly websites tailored to client goals.

• Integrated APIs and tools to expand functionality and enhance performance.

• Co-founded “Elope Portugal,” a wedding planning service specializing in intimate elopements and unique weddings in Portugal.

• Developed the brand identity, including designing and developing the company’s website, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly interface

• Established relationships with local vendors, venues, and suppliers to secure exclusive, high-quality offerings

• Implemented targeted marketing campaigns and leveraged social media platforms to reach international audiences and bolster the company’s online visibility.

• Developed bespoke JavaScript solutions to enhance functionality and deliver seamless user experiences for Better Mistakes’ client websites.

• Collaborated closely with design and development teams to transform creative concepts into fully functional, responsive websites.

• Integrated third-party APIs with custom scripts to ensure smooth connectivity between client websites and external platforms.

• Leveraged GSAP to create engaging animations and transitions, elevating user engagement and interface aesthetics.

• Utilised expert knowledge of Webflow to design and implement visually striking, user-focused web solutions.

• Delivered dynamic front-end solutions that balanced performance, usability, and aesthetic appeal.

• Managed a small team of four to provide photography and cinematography for over 500 weddings and corporate events.

• Edited thousands of photos and hours of footage using Adobe Creative Suite.

• Developed SEO strategies that secured a page 1 Google ranking and drove international growth.

• Conducted market research to identify trends and outpace competitors.

• Maintained strong client relationships through effective communication.

• Boosted brand visibility with a successful blog and social media presence.

• Conception, direction & photography of the publicity images, posters and media press packs for over 25 feature films & tv series.
• Planned and prepared using specialized photography equipment for all on-set and studio shoots.
• Worked collaboratively with a number of high profile directors, actors & producers.

• Conceptualized and developed graphics products for feature films, tv promotional print media and CD covers, sleeves & booklets using Adobe Illustrator.
• Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones..
• Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.