Hi 👋, I am Ali, a creative with over ten years of experience creating, future-facing brands, products and services. I’ve worked across EMEA and APAC doing a range of digital design, branding, creative direction, content creation, motion design and management of creative teams. I approach my work with empathy, a human-centric mindset, and a data-driven approach. I am at my best when collaborating with diverse teams and individuals to find creative solutions to complex challenges.…

Alison Wallace

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Hi 👋, I am Ali, a creative with over ten years of experience creating, future-facing brands, products and services. I’ve worked across EMEA and APAC doing a range of digital design, branding, creative direction, content creation, motion design and management of creative teams. I approach my work with empathy, a human-centric mindset, and a data-driven approach. I am at my best when collaborating with diverse teams and individuals to find creative solutions to complex challenges.…

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Hi 👋, I am Ali, a creative with over ten years of experience creating, future-facing brands, products and services. I’ve worked across EMEA and APAC doing a range of digital design, branding, creative direction, content creation, motion design and management of creative teams. I approach my work with empathy, a human-centric mindset, and a data-driven approach. I am at my best when collaborating with diverse teams and individuals to find creative solutions to complex challenges.

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Work Experience

Brand Designer (P5) at Remote
January 1, 2024 - Present
Digital design generalist focusing on brand development, design automation and workflow efficiency. Led two high-impact projects within eight months: Developed and implemented a comprehensive Digital Asset Management (DAM) and templating system, automating 60% of incoming brand design requests. Established a structured briefing framework and streamlined design processes.
Lead Brand Designer at Hotjar
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Lead and collaborated in a high-performing design team, producing award-winning designs and delivering significant business impact. Took Hotjar through a rebrand in 2022, redesigning and implementing various micro-identities within our marketing websites, socials, OOH, paid channels and multi-product.
Senior Growth Designer at SumUp
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Spearheaded the design and creative strategy for the growth of SumUp within the online marketing team, working closely with copywriters and brand managers. Designed and facilitated workshops in both the design chapter and in cross functional teams, based on brand awareness.
Host & Mentor at Ladies, Wine and Design
January 1, 2022 - Present
Design & Host a monthly event series centering around connecting, supporting, and empowering women in creative fields. Mentor between 3-5 female identifying creatives each year.
Founder & Creative Director at FVRNITURE
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Brand & Product Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020

Education

Brand Strategy & Storytelling at Hyper Island
January 1, 2025 - May 27, 2026
High Performing Remote Teams at Hyper Island
January 1, 2022 - May 27, 2026
Intensive Course in UX at General Assembly
January 1, 2019 - May 27, 2026
Masters of Industrial Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Science at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor of Motion Picture at African Film and Dramatic Arts University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet