Daniela Castillo

Daniela Castillo is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Journalism & Media Communication at Colorado State University (CSU), part of the College of Liberal Arts. With over 20 years of experience in creative and design fields, she specializes in teaching visual communication, new media, and interactive design. She joined CSU in 2010 after roles at CSU East Bay and Cañada College. Her expertise spans motion graphics, data visualization, and UI/UX design.

Education includes a B.A. in Communication Sciences and Journalism from Tecnológico de Monterrey, and two M.A. degrees: one in Multimedia from CSU East Bay, and another in Interactive Design and Video Game Development from Savannah College of Art & Design.

Her research and teaching focus on integrating creative technologies with storytelling, emphasizing practical skills in Adobe tools like After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Courses taught include Motion Graphics, Information Graphics, and Senior Capstone portfolio development. She actively mentors students in preparing for professional careers in media and design.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the text. Daniela emphasizes hands-on learning through projects, such as data visualization and interactive design, and maintains a strong commitment to pedagogy rooted in both academic and industry experience.