Moises Moy is a designer with a deep passion for creativity, community, and making a lasting impact on Mexico’s design scene. With over 15 years in the industry, he’s seen firsthand how design is evolving in Mexico City—where tradition, innovation, and bold new ideas collide. After reconnecting with The Design Kids at a #TDKTuesdays event, he knew he wanted to get involved, helping students navigate the industry and shape stronger, more sustainable creative careers.
As TDK’s Mexico City host, Moises is on a mission to foster collaboration, open doors for emerging designers, and challenge outdated narratives about design’s value. We caught up with him to chat about his journey, his favorite local creatives, and how he plans to shake things up in the design community.
Can you share the moment or experience that sparked your passion for design?
Since I was a child, I was drawn to all visual expressions, but it was during high school that I had to visit different campuses where design was taught. When I visited my university (Escuela Nacional de Artes Plásticas), I knew I wanted to pursue a career in design. The atmosphere, the vibe, and the creative spirit of the place were a significant catalyst.
Why did you want to become a TDK City Host?
I had been working non-stop for a little over 15 years, and while taking a break, I attended a #TDKtuesdays event and discovered that the host was Gabo, a former university classmate. I connected with him because one of my strongest desires was to reconnect with my creative interests, the community, and a more meaningful purpose.
When I learned that TDK focuses on helping students build their careers in design, I knew it was a great opportunity to make a positive impact on students in Mexico and meet incredible and talented people.
What is the creative scene in your city like?
Oh, this one is tricky. I just listened to a podcast last night where the host said: “In Mexico, everything that happens in major cities happens too, but on a much larger scale.” This means there’s a lot happening in Mexico City, especially when it comes to culture. You can find people following the latest trends, preserving traditions through their work, and incredible creators reinventing how art, creativity, and business work.
Tell us about your plans for up and coming #TDKtuesdays.
I’d really love to reach a point where we can truly collaborate with students and make a meaningful impact on their careers. #TDKtuesdays is a great start, but I also want to run events at universities, not only in Mexico City but in other major cities as well. There are incredibly creative people across the entire country.
There’s been a long-standing discussion about an oversaturated market that leads to design jobs being unfairly paid, and I’d like to contribute to changing that by providing people with tools and opportunities we didn't have back in our time as students.
Who are your favourite local designers? (Include their IG account!)
- @aldo_jarillo always impressed me with his concept creation skills
- @neurocolor style is also mind blowing, those two are old friends from college I think both currently consider themselves more on the artistic side, but I can see a lot of design in their work.
- @magallanes71 is also a legend since I was student
What up and coming creative events in your city are you most excited about?
I've never attended OFFF so this year would be my first time and that is exciting!
Tell us about some local co-working spaces that designers will love.
Not sure if co-working is still a thing in the city, specially for designers in hybrid job contracts, but I know WeWork, Impact Hub, Público and the fancy one HAAB.
What are the core values or philosophies that guide your creative practice?
Curiosity is a big one, ’m the kind of person who needs to take things apart and put them back together to understand how they work. Flexibility is also important; I don’t see the creative process as a linear path, instead, I embrace exploration, iteration, and unexpected outcomes, specially if I'm not working for a company which usually have a ton of guidelines.
I also believe that every visual expression holds value, I mean we may understand/like it or not, but its worth isn’t defined by personal taste or conventional standards. This mindset allows me to approach design with curiosity and an open mind.
What is the best design school in your city?
The one with the most representation in the job market: UNAM and UAM. The one with the most attractive resources and contacts: Centro or La Ibero
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