I am an Art Director with over 20 years of international experience creating innovative and culture-sparking campaigns across B2B, tech, lifestyle, and fashion sectors. I specialize in social-first storytelling and integrated 360° campaign execution that feels like culture rather than plain advertising. I love pushing creative boundaries using AI tools and thrive collaborating with diverse teams to deliver consistent, engaging brand experiences. My mantra is that "anything can be a creative opportunity." Currently, I lead a global creative practice based in Tallinn, focusing on AI-powered visual strategies for tech and SaaS clients. I am passionate about bold, social-friendly design and visual storytelling that drives social sharing and cultural impact. I am open to remote roles and relocation, always seeking new challenges to make creative ideas stand out across digital, video, events, and retail touchpoints.…

Alessio Centenaro

I am an Art Director with over 20 years of international experience creating innovative and culture-sparking campaigns across B2B, tech, lifestyle, and fashion sectors. I specialize in social-first storytelling and integrated 360° campaign execution that feels like culture rather than plain advertising. I love pushing creative boundaries using AI tools and thrive collaborating with diverse teams to deliver consistent, engaging brand experiences. My mantra is that "anything can be a creative opportunity." Currently, I lead a global creative practice based in Tallinn, focusing on AI-powered visual strategies for tech and SaaS clients. I am passionate about bold, social-friendly design and visual storytelling that drives social sharing and cultural impact. I am open to remote roles and relocation, always seeking new challenges to make creative ideas stand out across digital, video, events, and retail touchpoints.…

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I am an Art Director with over 20 years of international experience creating innovative and culture-sparking campaigns across B2B, tech, lifestyle, and fashion sectors. I specialize in social-first storytelling and integrated 360° campaign execution that feels like culture rather than plain advertising. I love pushing creative boundaries using AI tools and thrive collaborating with diverse teams to deliver consistent, engaging brand experiences. My mantra is that “anything can be a creative opportunity.”

Currently, I lead a global creative practice based in Tallinn, focusing on AI-powered visual strategies for tech and SaaS clients. I am passionate about bold, social-friendly design and visual storytelling that drives social sharing and cultural impact. I am open to remote roles and relocation, always seeking new challenges to make creative ideas stand out across digital, video, events, and retail touchpoints.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Lead at AI-Powered Creative Studio
January 1, 2023 - Present
Designed campaign assets and social-first content for SaaS clients. Produced ads in static, carousel, and video formats optimized for paid media. Created visual storytelling concepts and short storyboards for video and GIF ads. Leveraged AI tools including Midjourney and Runway to accelerate ideation and content production.
Brand & Digital Designer at Crash Baggage
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed e-commerce campaigns, social ads, and landing pages for global markets. Produced playful, trend-driven visuals that increased online engagement. Supported paid content teams by delivering conversion-focused creative assets.
Global Branding & Digital Communications at Leonardo Aircraft
January 1, 2019 - September 2, 2025
Delivered bold digital campaigns targeting a B2B aerospace audience. Designed event visuals, social content, and digital storytelling assets. Maintained brand consistency across all international campaigns.
Art Director & Brand Consultant at Anothersign Studio
January 1, 2008 - September 2, 2025
Developed visual identities and creative assets for fashion, retail, and lifestyle brands. Designed print, digital, and advertising materials across multiple campaigns.
Art Director & Branding at Claim Adv
January 1, 2008 - September 2, 2025
Project Manager / Designer at Beboard
January 1, 2007 - September 2, 2025
Freelance Brand Designer at Adecco
January 1, 2010 - September 2, 2025
Creative Lead at Global AI-powered creative studio (unnamed)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Leading a global creative practice integrating AI tools into visual strategy for tech and SaaS clients. Developed social-first campaigns and digital assets designed to capture attention and scale impact. Created unconventional and trend-savvy visuals for multi-market audiences emphasizing shareability and cultural relevance. Directed storytelling across paid social, video, native formats, activations, and events. Integrated AI tools to enhance creativity and speed production.
Brand & Digital Designer at Crash Baggage
January 1, 2019 - Present
Design lead for a global lifestyle brand focused on digital-first creative execution. Designed and art-directed global product launches and campaigns combining lifestyle themes with humor. Produced playful visuals and social media content that generated organic buzz and community engagement. Delivered campaign assets across e-commerce, social ads, and retail activations for multiple markets.
Global Branding & Digital Communications Lead at Leonardo Aircraft
January 1, 2019 - September 2, 2025
Owned brand consistency for a global aerospace division and led brand repositioning plus multi-market communication strategies for a complex B2B sector. Produced bold creative concepts and campaigns for digital, print, and international events. Directed photo and video productions ensuring consistent brand identity across all media. Developed global brand guidelines and trained teams internationally to maintain brand cohesion.
Art Director & Brand Consultant at Anothersign Studio
January 1, 2008 - September 2, 2025
Conceptualized and executed creative campaigns for fashion, retail, and lifestyle brands. Delivered distinctive visual identities and assets that challenged conventional norms in respective categories.
Art Director & Branding at Claim Adv
January 1, 2008 - September 2, 2025
Served as Art Director responsible for branding from 2007 to 2008 based in Milan.
Project Manager / Designer at Beboard
January 1, 2007 - September 2, 2025
Managed projects and designed visual assets between 2006 and 2007 in Milan.
Freelance Brand Designer at Adecco
January 1, 2010 - September 2, 2025
Provided freelance brand design services from 2008 to 2010 in Venice.

Education

Master in Technology & Strategic Innovation at Ca’ Foscari University – Venice
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design at IUAV University – Venice
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005
Master’s Degree in Technology & Strategic Innovation at Ca’ Foscari University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design at IUAV University
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail

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