About me

I tried to be normal, but I didn’t like it

Get to know a little of the girl behind manucomdesign

Hi, I’m Manuela Freire Lopes, a web and graphic designer, passionate about creating brands for small and medium businesses. My mission goes beyond creating a logo: I will be your strategic partner in building a solid and cohesive visual identity.

A well-structured brand is the foundation of your business and your best showcase to the world.

Let me quickly tell you my story: since childhood, perfectionism has been a part of me. My handwriting was so round and neat that even today it draws smiles and the question, “Did a child write this?” The first ‘aha moment’ came in high school when my biology teacher, seeing my detailed illustrations, suggested: “Why don’t you try something related to drawing?” Choosing graphic design for the entrance exam seemed random, but it turned out to be the best decision of my life.

Near the end of college, I dove into the world of design as an intern at an agency, loving the opportunity to contribute to projects for large companies. I was hired full-time, but my thirst for new challenges led me to explore other paths. As a Portuguese-Brazilian, I decided to move to Lisbon, Portugal, and started working at a web design agency, where I honed my skills in this new world of the internet that was just beginning to take shape. Back to Rio, I started developing projects as a freelancer, and that’s how manucomdesign was born.

In 2018, I realized the need to expand my horizons and completed a specialization in digital marketing. There, I delved into sponsored ads (Meta Ads) and SEO, knowledge that today allows me to offer even more complete solutions for your business’s growth and visibility.

The versatility of my projects, presented in this portfolio, is the result of my continuous quest to express ideas and, especially, concepts in a unique and impactful way. I am ready to embark on this experience with you, transforming how your business is perceived in the market.