Hello! I am Adrian Ferreira, a Creative Technologist and Interaction Designer driven by curiosity about how people learn, sense, and connect with the world around them. My work focuses on creating digital and spatial experiences that make complex subjects like wine and sensory education intuitive and engaging. I am especially interested in the intersection of interaction design, storytelling, and emerging technologies, utilizing tools like Touch Designer and Unreal Engine to bridge the gap between visual narratives and physical spaces.

Adrian Ferreira

Hello! I am Adrian Ferreira, a Creative Technologist and Interaction Designer driven by curiosity about how people learn, sense, and connect with the world around them. My work focuses on creating digital and spatial experiences that make complex subjects like wine and sensory education intuitive and engaging. I am especially interested in the intersection of interaction design, storytelling, and emerging technologies, utilizing tools like Touch Designer and Unreal Engine to bridge the gap between visual narratives and physical spaces.

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Hello! I am Adrian Ferreira, a Creative Technologist and Interaction Designer driven by curiosity about how people learn, sense, and connect with the world around them. My work focuses on creating digital and spatial experiences that make complex subjects like wine and sensory education intuitive and engaging.

I am especially interested in the intersection of interaction design, storytelling, and emerging technologies, utilizing tools like Touch Designer and Unreal Engine to bridge the gap between visual narratives and physical spaces.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer for Wine, Food & Culture Brands at Self-employed
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
As a freelance designer, I blend creativity and tech to shake up the worlds of wine, food, and culture. I've created projects like Lineage Lab and Terroirs, making wine education more immersive. My toolkit includes branding, graphic design, animation, video, and web work. I help brands tell stories that stick, turning tradition into something fresh and memorable. Great design for me is about crafting experiences that linger like the perfect glass of wine.
Creative Director at SoHo Wines Group
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Steered the creative ship for multiple brands, ensuring all visual content—from Instagram posts to event invites—was sharp and on-brand. Designed graphics for socials, emails, and print assets for high-end dinners. Collaborated with a talented team to shoot and edit reels and videos for Sonal C Holland MW and the Wines & Spirits Academy. Led the visual identity for India’s biggest Wines and Spirits Award show.
Co-Founder and Creative Director at Spotlight Digital
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Co-founded a creative and marketing agency with an eclectic client list spanning alcobev, finance, app design, athleisure, jewelry, and music. Led a team of designers, editors, and videographers to produce engaging visuals that stood out. Managed projects from branding to websites and videos, ensuring every project had extra spark and personality.
Founder and Creative Director at Pixels And Wavelengths Media
January 1, 2019 - June 15, 2024
Founded a creative and design agency serving clients in female health, restaurants, FMCG, and events. Developed unique visual identities for each brand, ensuring their style was compelling and distinctive.
Freelance Designer for Wine, Food & Culture Brands at Independent
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
As a freelance designer, I blend creativity and tech to shake up the worlds of wine, food, and culture. I’ve created projects like Lineage Lab and Terroirs, making wine education less snooze-fest, more immersive adventure. My toolkit: branding, graphic design, animation, video, and web—basically, if it’s visual, I’ve done it. I help brands tell stories that stick, turning tradition into something fresh and memorable. For me, great design isn’t just eye candy—it’s about crafting experiences that linger, like the perfect glass of wine.
Creative Director at SoHo Wines Group
January 1, 2023 - April 26, 2024
Steered the creative ship for multiple brands, making sure everything—from Instagram posts to swanky event invites—looked sharp and on-brand. Designed graphics for socials, emailers, and luxe print assets for high-end dinners that deserved a little extra sparkle. Teamed up with a talented crew to shoot and edit everything from snappy reels to deep-dive videos for Sonal C Holland MW and the Sonal C Holland Wines & Spirits Academy. Also took the reins on the visual identity for India’s biggest Wines and Spirits Award show, because if you’re going to celebrate the best, you might as well make it look epic.
Co-Founder and Creative Director at Spotlight Digital
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Co-founded a creative and marketing agency where the client list was as eclectic as my playlist—think alcobev, finance, app design, athleisure, jewelry, and music. Led a crew of designers, editors, and videographers, turning wild ideas into visuals that actually make people stop scrolling. From branding to websites to videos that pop, I made sure every project had a little extra spark and a lot of personality.
Founder and Creative Director at Pixels And Wavelengths Media
January 1, 2019 - April 26, 2024
Founded a creative and design agency with a lineup of clients that kept things interesting—female health, restaurants, FMCG, and events. I cooked up unique visual identities for each brand, making sure their style wasn’t just on point, but impossible to ignore.
Freelancer at Wine, Food and Culture brands, Remote
December 1, 2024 - Present
Designed innovative wine education apps (Lineage Lab & Terroirs) to enhance user learning experience. Delivered comprehensive design solutions including branding, animation, video, and web design. Transformed traditional wine education into engaging, memorable experiences.
Creative Director at SoHo Wines Group, Mumbai
October 31, 2024 - July 23, 2025
Directed creative strategy for multiple brands including Sonal C Holland MW, Sonal Holland Academy & India Wine & Spirits Award. Designed social media graphics, email campaigns, and luxury print materials for high-end events. Led video production team for promotional content and educational materials. Managed visual identity for India's largest Wines and Spirits Award show. Grew the Sonal Holland MW Instagram page to 1 million followers by leading innovative graphics solutions and improving video and audio quality.
Co-Founder & Creative Director at Spotlight Digital, Mumbai
October 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Co-founded creative marketing agency serving diverse portfolio (finance, alcohol, jewelry, music, apps). Led team of designers, editors, and videographers to deliver integrated marketing solutions. Managed client relationships for major brands including Sonal Holland MW, Avendus, Alchemy Capital, and Sachin Jigar. Developed branding strategies, websites, and video content resulting in increased client engagement.
Founder & Creative Director at Pixels And Wavelengths Media, Mumbai
October 31, 2020 - July 23, 2025
Founded creative agency working with clients in female health, restaurants, FMCG, and events. Created unique visual identities for brands including Carmesi, Pack-a-Pav, Society Tea, TribeVibe. Developed comprehensive brand strategies ensuring consistent visual communication. Delivered end-to-end creative solutions from concept to execution.
Co-Founder & Creative Director at Spotlight Digital, Mumbai
August 1, 2021 - October 1, 2024
Led a team of designers, editors, and videographers to deliver integrated creative solutions. Served as Lead Design & Production Manager, overseeing end-to-end visual identity and live production for the India Wine and Spirits Award 2024, the premier alcobev awards ceremony held at Vinexpo India 2024.
Founder at Dionysus Design
October 1, 2024 - Present
Dedicated practice focused on educational technology and the exploration of complex subjects in intuitive digital products.
Creative Technologist at Thirsty Puppy
October 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated with FrameLabs on the Lake Heckaman installation, managed on-site hardware configuration and network protocols for Slamtech S2 LiDAR sensors; developed stage pre-visualizations in Unreal Engine for Spryk’s set at Lollapalooza India 2025; maintained a rigorous 'learning-in-public' workflow documenting the integration of real-time engines into immersive experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Mass Media at St. Andrew's College, Bandra, India
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Junior College - Arts at St. Andrew's College, Bandra, India
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Primary Education at Holy Cross Convent School, Mira Road, India
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor of Mass Media at St. Andrew's College, Bandra, India
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Junior College - Arts at St. Andrew's College, Bandra, India
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Primary Education at Holy Cross Convent School, Mira Road, India
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor of Mass Media at St. Andrews College, Mumbai
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Junior College - Arts at St. Andrews College, Mumbai
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Junior College - Arts at St. Andrew's College, Mumbai
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Mass Media at St. Andrew's College, Mumbai
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
August 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023
WSET Level 2 Award in Wine
August 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services, Software & Internet