Hello! I'm Leonardo Carvalho, a multidisciplinary Multimedia Designer and Art Director with international experience in Berlin and roots in Porto, Portugal. I craft visual identities, brand systems, and engaging digital narratives that support sustainable, culturally rich projects. I am passionate about regenerative design, ecological systems, and telling stories that foster breathable, fair, and abundant futures. In addition to design, I am exploring permaculture design and ecological landscape practices. I apply systems thinking to create resilient community spaces, gardens, and learning environments, integrating visual communication to support ecological initiatives and social impact.

Leonardo Carvalho

Hello! I'm Leonardo Carvalho, a multidisciplinary Multimedia Designer and Art Director with international experience in Berlin and roots in Porto, Portugal. I craft visual identities, brand systems, and engaging digital narratives that support sustainable, culturally rich projects. I am passionate about regenerative design, ecological systems, and telling stories that foster breathable, fair, and abundant futures. In addition to design, I am exploring permaculture design and ecological landscape practices. I apply systems thinking to create resilient community spaces, gardens, and learning environments, integrating visual communication to support ecological initiatives and social impact.

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Hello! I’m Leonardo Carvalho, a multidisciplinary Multimedia Designer and Art Director with international experience in Berlin and roots in Porto, Portugal. I craft visual identities, brand systems, and engaging digital narratives that support sustainable, culturally rich projects. I am passionate about regenerative design, ecological systems, and telling stories that foster breathable, fair, and abundant futures.

In addition to design, I am exploring permaculture design and ecological landscape practices. I apply systems thinking to create resilient community spaces, gardens, and learning environments, integrating visual communication to support ecological initiatives and social impact.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Permaculture Student & Practitioner
January 1, 2020 - Present
Ongoing education through diverse permaculture courses and workshops. Hands-on experimentation with soil regeneration techniques. Design concepts for community gardens and regenerative projects. Integration of visual communication to support ecological initiatives.
Freelance Multimedia Designer / Art Director at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Brand identity design and visual systems for companies and cultural projects. Digital design for websites, apps, and online platforms. Creative direction for campaigns and multimedia storytelling.
Art Director – Startup Environment at Berlin-based startup
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Led visual strategy, brand development, and creative direction. Worked closely with developers, marketers, and founders to build cohesive digital products.
Freelance Multimedia Designer & Art Director at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2009 - Present
Collaborated with startups, agencies, companies, and organizations across multiple sectors. Developed visual identities, branding systems, digital assets, and multimedia content. Art direction for digital platforms, marketing campaigns, and storytelling projects. Specialized in projects aligned with sustainability, culture, and social impact.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia Design at ESAD – Escola Superior de Artes e Design, Matosinhos, Portugal
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Permaculture Studies & Continuous Education at Various Permaculture Courses & Workshops
January 1, 2020 - March 21, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia Design
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Permaculture Courses & Certifications (PDC)
January 1, 2020 - March 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization