I'm Vladimir G. Zivanovic, an art director and brand designer with over two decades of international experience across Europe. Based in Barcelona, I create concept-driven brand identities, advertising campaigns, and digital product experiences for startups and established brands. I've collaborated with clients like Netflix, Dailymotion, Corning, and Abu Dhabi Airport, and I thrive on team leadership, storytelling, and turning complex ideas into clear, beautiful design. Fluent in English, Spanish, Catalan, and Serbian/Croatian, I enjoy mentoring teams and shaping design culture.

Vladimir G. Zivanovic

I'm Vladimir G. Zivanovic, an art director and brand designer with over two decades of international experience across Europe. Based in Barcelona, I create concept-driven brand identities, advertising campaigns, and digital product experiences for startups and established brands. I've collaborated with clients like Netflix, Dailymotion, Corning, and Abu Dhabi Airport, and I thrive on team leadership, storytelling, and turning complex ideas into clear, beautiful design. Fluent in English, Spanish, Catalan, and Serbian/Croatian, I enjoy mentoring teams and shaping design culture.

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I’m Vladimir G. Zivanovic, an art director and brand designer with over two decades of international experience across Europe. Based in Barcelona, I create concept-driven brand identities, advertising campaigns, and digital product experiences for startups and established brands.

I’ve collaborated with clients like Netflix, Dailymotion, Corning, and Abu Dhabi Airport, and I thrive on team leadership, storytelling, and turning complex ideas into clear, beautiful design. Fluent in English, Spanish, Catalan, and Serbian/Croatian, I enjoy mentoring teams and shaping design culture.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Fluent
Croatian
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at Rebellion7
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Creative Director overseeing brand systems, campaigns, and digital experiences across multiple platforms.
Senior Art Director at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Independent art director and brand designer delivering conceptual branding, web design, and campaigns for startups and established brands across multiple markets. Leadership on creative direction, visual systems, and project delivery.
Creative Director at Story&Co
January 1, 2016 - November 30, 2018
Led creative direction for client projects at Story&Co, shaping brand stories and campaigns while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams in Barcelona.
Digital & Creative Strategist at Kitchen
October 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Digital & Creative Strategist delivering digital strategy, branding, and creative direction for clients in Prague and across Europe, with emphasis on user experience and content strategy.
Coordinator in Advertising course at IED Barcelona
July 1, 2011 - October 31, 2012
Coordinator in Advertising course, supporting program development and industry collaboration.
Teacher of Art Direction at Istituto Europeo di Design
October 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013
Teacher of Art Direction at IED Barcelona, delivering curriculum and mentoring students in creative direction.
Creative Director at Maria Barcelona
October 1, 2009 - October 31, 2012
Directed branding and campaigns, overseeing concept development, visual identity, and cross-channel execution for a diverse client base.
Senior Art Director at Shackleton Barcelona
January 1, 2008 - October 31, 2009
Senior Art Director driving brand identities, advertising campaigns, and multi-channel design for international clients, leading design teams.
Art Director at Leo Burnett
May 1, 2004 - September 30, 2005
Art Director developing advertising concepts and brand visuals for Belgrade market and regional campaigns.
Art Director at McCann Erickson
September 1, 2001 - May 31, 2004
Art Director creating campaigns, branding, and design assets for a range of clients.

Education

Master's degree, Integrated advertising at Istituto Europeo di Design
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Master's degree, Graphic Design at Faculty of Applied Arts Belgrade
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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