I'm Guilherme Furtado, a multidisciplinary designer and visual storyteller with a passion for surf culture, editorial campaigns and the power of strong brand identity. I blend art direction, photography, and social media strategy to create campaigns that look great and perform well across digital and print channels. I’ve collaborated with brands and creatives across Portugal, Australia, the Netherlands and beyond, always exploring new cultures and sustainable design ideas. I love building coherent visual systems, mentoring teams, and finding clever, efficient ways to tell stories through image, video and design.

Guilherme Furtado

I'm Guilherme Furtado, a multidisciplinary designer and visual storyteller with a passion for surf culture, editorial campaigns and the power of strong brand identity. I blend art direction, photography, and social media strategy to create campaigns that look great and perform well across digital and print channels. I’ve collaborated with brands and creatives across Portugal, Australia, the Netherlands and beyond, always exploring new cultures and sustainable design ideas. I love building coherent visual systems, mentoring teams, and finding clever, efficient ways to tell stories through image, video and design.

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I’m Guilherme Furtado, a multidisciplinary designer and visual storyteller with a passion for surf culture, editorial campaigns and the power of strong brand identity. I blend art direction, photography, and social media strategy to create campaigns that look great and perform well across digital and print channels.

I’ve collaborated with brands and creatives across Portugal, Australia, the Netherlands and beyond, always exploring new cultures and sustainable design ideas. I love building coherent visual systems, mentoring teams, and finding clever, efficient ways to tell stories through image, video and design.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Art Director at Casa Nu Mar
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Art director for a lifestyle brand with roots on the surf culture. Design of products, displays & catalogues; editorial campaigns, product photography; social media content, email marketing, and website management.
Video Director / Editor at Gator, the Alligator
December 31, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Music video for a Psych Rock band shot in the Netherlands. Concept & storyboard, camera operation & video edition, set design; collaboration with diverse freelancers.
Creative & Art Director at Caldas Late Night
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Elected Creative & Art Director of a Portuguese event featuring music, performance and art across Caldas da Rainha; directed campaigns and merchandise and liaised with public entities and sponsors.
Founder at Furtados
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Founded clothing brand sold in multiple continents; led brand identity, clothing design, campaigns, social media, e-commerce and fashion events.

Education

Multimedia Design Degree at ESAD - College of Arts and Design, Portugal
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Graphic Design Diploma at EASR - Soares dos Reis School of Arts, Portugal
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
Interior Design Masterclass at Online
January 1, 2020 - November 11, 2025
Editorial Design Internship at EASR – Soares dos Reis School of Arts, Portugal
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Qualifications

Careers in Fashion Masterclass - London Fashion Week
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Business Creation and Management Course - CENCAL
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Creativity and Leadership Masterclass - Anna Wintour (Online)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Artistic Aptitude Test
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Interior Design Masterclass
January 1, 2020 - November 11, 2025
Editorial Design Internship
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Industry Experience

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