I am a passionate designer driven by a commitment to Sustainability and Inclusivity, I aim to create meaningful connections that address real human needs and foster a deep relationship between people and the environment. Currently expanding my knowledge in sustainable design, my goal is to collaborate with diverse international teams to develop innovative solutions that contribute to a better future for the next generations.

Gaia Malantuono

I am a passionate designer driven by a commitment to Sustainability and Inclusivity, I aim to create meaningful connections that address real human needs and foster a deep relationship between people and the environment. Currently expanding my knowledge in sustainable design, my goal is to collaborate with diverse international teams to develop innovative solutions that contribute to a better future for the next generations.

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I am a passionate designer driven by a commitment to Sustainability and Inclusivity, I aim to create meaningful connections that address real human needs and foster a deep relationship between people and the environment.

Currently expanding my knowledge in sustainable design, my goal is to collaborate with diverse international teams to develop innovative solutions that contribute to a better future for the next generations.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swedish
Advanced

Work Experience

Crepe Shop Staff / Bar Attendant at Creperie
January 1, 2019 - March 31, 2019
Managed customer orders and crepe preparation. Duties included opening and closing the bar, setting up tables, displaying fresh ingredients, and performing comprehensive cleaning and maintenance.
Bar Staff / Bartender at Versuz Club
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Responsible for preparing and serving drinks, setting up the bar at the beginning of the shift, and cleaning it at the end of the shift.
Event Manager at ESN Hasselt
January 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Responsible for organizing and coordinating events, managing logistics, and ensuring seamless execution to enhance the international students experience.
Designer (Student Lab Project) at PCTo ex School - Work Alternative
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Simulation of the creation of a fashion mini-company in all its processes (roles in the company, targets, budget, sales method, logo, product, advertising).
Silk Screen Printer at PCTo ex School - Work Alternative
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Representations of logos created by us on t-shirts through the silk-screen printing technique.
Designer (Ball Gown) at Marinelli Foundry (PCTo ex School - Work Alternative)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Design of a ball gown in different scales (from concept to execution) and supervision of the implementation phases.
Graphic/Book Designer (Internship) at Marroni Group
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Design of 3 company books containing the company's projects with respect to 3 sectors, the hotel sector, the housing sector and the offices sector.
ESN Events Graphic Designer at ESN Växjö
January 1, 2025 - Present
Creating graphics for events and coordinating visuals for student events.

Education

Artistic High School at Artistic High School, Campobasso, Molise, Italy
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Bachelor in Product/Interior/Graphic Design at Gabriele d'Annunzio University - Pescara, Abruzzo, Italy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Erasmus Exchange in Interior Architecture at Hasselt University (Diepenbeek campus) - Belgium
September 1, 2022 - January 2, 2023
Master's Program in Design+Change at Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Master's Program in Innovation through Business, Engineer, Design at Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden
January 1, 2025 - May 13, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor in Product/Interior/Graphic Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Erasmus Exchange in Interior Architecture
September 1, 2022 - January 2, 2023
Master's Program in Design+Change
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Master's Program in Innovation through Business, Engineer, Design
January 1, 2025 - May 13, 2026
Artistic High School
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet