I’m Gaia Pellistri, a Creative Designer and Art Director based in Milan. I thrive in international teams and love shaping brands across digital and traditional channels, drawing on experiences from Amsterdam and a cross-disciplinary portfolio. I’m passionate about illustration and researching fashion trends, and I enjoy translating insights into compelling visuals and campaigns.…

Gaia Pellistri

I’m Gaia Pellistri, a Creative Designer and Art Director based in Milan. I thrive in international teams and love shaping brands across digital and traditional channels, drawing on experiences from Amsterdam and a cross-disciplinary portfolio. I’m passionate about illustration and researching fashion trends, and I enjoy translating insights into compelling visuals and campaigns.…

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I’m Gaia Pellistri, a Creative Designer and Art Director based in Milan. I thrive in international teams and love shaping brands across digital and traditional channels, drawing on experiences from Amsterdam and a cross-disciplinary portfolio. I’m passionate about illustration and researching fashion trends, and I enjoy translating insights into compelling visuals and campaigns.

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Experience Level

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Art Director & Visual Designer at DUDE, Milano
January 26, 2026 - Present
Define and design the visual identity for Social Media Accounts; Strategy and Realization of assets for Smart Productions (e.g., TikTok); Creating creative concepts and visual ideas for campaigns, posts, and digital activations; Working closely with social media managers and copywriters to align visual storytelling with the communication strategy; PED’s assets ideation and realization cross platform
Freelance Graphic & Social Media Designer at WARNER MUSIC ITALY, Milano
September 25, 2025 - January 26, 2026
Freelance graphic and social media design work for Warner Music Italy; development of assets for social and campaigns
Social Media Manager & Visual Designer at COOLTURA, Milano
June 25, 2025 - January 26, 2026
Managing Cooltura’s social media accounts, ensuring brand identity and tone of voice • Planning and executing digital content strategies • Creation and schedule of posts across multiple platforms • Following the website development and keeping it updated • Video editing and content production • Creation of portfolios and decks to share with clients with all our relevant campaigns
Lingerie Designer & Brand Ambassador at HUNKEMÖLLER, Amsterdam
October 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Collection sketching, technical sketches and tech packs • Following fittings and updates • Seasonal products overviews development • PLM updates and tech pack creation • Fabric research and approval • Leading the production phase with suppliers • Organizing and supporting on the annual Hunkemöller show
Womenswear Designer - Knit & Jersey at KARL LAGERFELD, Amsterdam
February 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Collection sketching, technical sketches and tech packs • Following fittings and updates • Seasonal products overviews development • Design research and collection development • Responsible for moodboards and colorboards • Preparing and organizing proto and reference samples
Menswear, Swim & Body Product Developer at KARL LAGERFELD, Amsterdam
July 1, 2022 - February 1, 2023
Fabric libraries management • Updating tech packs and merchandising calendars • Approving and creating care labels • Supporting production and technical department • Leading the production phase with suppliers • Fabric research and approval

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design (BA) - 110L at Design Campus, University of Florence
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2020
MSc Design for the Fashion System at Politecnico di Milano
September 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

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

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