Mónica Almeida
Competitor in Skill: Graphic Design Technology
Country: Portugal
How did you get interested in your skill?
I was studying multimedia and my teacher told me this championship and suggested I take part in graphic design and the preparation was gaining a taste for this job.
Where did you do your training for your skill?
I do my training in school, IEFP.
How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?
Through my teacher.
Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?
My teacher and my family.
What is your experience in participating with your Member organization?
It’s very good because I like the people and the organization, this experience give me more learning.
Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?
The most memorable moment I've had so far was when I heard the outcome of the national championship and the European championship.
Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills.
My experience so far is to be good because I learned a lot.
Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.
Yes, help me to be independent, to have confidence and improve my work.
What do you currently do? Where do you work?
I'm doing work experience in Graphic Design in Coimbra, Portugal.
What are your future career aspirations?
Get a job in this area and succeed.