Creative Design Studio

Working with trusted brands for over a decade.

Branding & Identity

I specialize in crafting meticulous Brand Guidelines, refining a Brand’s Visual Identity & Strategy, and carefully shaping the unique Tone of Voice for brands seeking distinction.

Marketing & Creative

My expertise encompasses the design of Digital Ads, precise Infographics, and Social Media content. I also create Motion Graphics, Illustrations, and Music Covers.

Printing & Web Design

Experienced in Communication and Editorial design for print, creating impactful MUPIs and outdoor materials, and excelling in UI and WordPress Website Design for the digital realm.

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The Melody App

Freelance Sr. Designer

MAY 2024 - Present

Offer visual solutions for the Marketing department’s promotional campaigns and social media platforms, as well as decks and presentations for both in-house reporting and intercompany pitches.

Venice Music

Contractor Sr. Designer

MAY 2023 - Present

Brand development, providing visual support in the Marketing department for social media, decks and presentations, and other promotional campaigns, as well as Services and Engineering teams, in artist assets and UX/UI projects.

Too Lost

Freelance Sr. Designer

APR 2023 - Present

Offer visual solutions for the Marketing department’s promotional campaigns and social media platforms, as well as decks and presentations for both in-house reporting and intercompany pitches.

BeatStars

Graphic Designer

APR 2020 - SEP 2022

Responsible for Marketing assets and their organization, brand guidelines, company’s digital and print materials, over 120 weekly social media deliverables, and led several campaigns, from a creative standpoint.

Blvckout

Interim CEO

JAN 2020 - AUG 2020

Took charge of a team of five producers, ensuring the distribution of weekly digital products to 10+ platforms, deliver each member’s due payments, while still playing the Art Director’s role.

Blvckout

Art Director

JUNE 2017 - Present

Responsible for the Label’s branding, digital product design, merch options, online advertisement and oficial webstore of the company.

Plataforma Global

Co-Executive Producer

MAR 2016 - DEC 2019

Team and Project management of a music-related campaign that included over 130 high-profile figures in the Portuguese artistic and news media outlets, and Government-level entities.

Freelancing

Graphic Designer

Since 2012

Art direction for 100+ clients and 2,500+ projects, including music covers, digital ads, web design, brand identity, social media, print communication, motion graphics, and others.

"More than just his technical skills, João brings a unique perspective and creativity to every project."

Erin Foster

Director of Marketing, Venice Music

"I love working with João. His responsiveness, communication, and quality of work has always been top notch."

Damien Ritter

Director of Communications, Too Lost

"João is one of the hardest working individuals I have had the pleasure of working with — he's is a skilled Graphic Designer."

Bethanie Becko

Marketing Project Manager, BeatStars

About the designer

As a seasoned Graphic Designer and Art Director with over a decade of experience, I’ve collaborated with 100+ clients on 2,500+ projects. While my career has had a strong focus on the music industry, I thrive on challenges beyond my usual scope, showcasing versatility and a commitment to excellence.

Creative Design Studio

Working with trusted brands for over a decade.

Branding & Identity

Marketing & Creative

Printing & Web Design

Freelance Sr. Designer

Contractor Sr. Designer

Freelance Sr. Designer

Graphic Designer

Interim CEO

Art Director

Co-Executive Producer

Graphic Designer

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