I'm a Senior Brand Strategist and Designer with 10+ years delivering global brand systems and visual communication for Fortune 500, startups, and institutions. I blend listening, research, and experimentation to bridge strategic thinking with contemporary aesthetics, ensuring every visual choice is backed by rational thinking and metrics. I've collaborated across marketing, product, and leadership teams, built scalable brand systems adopted by international teams in 5+ countries, and delivered assets for campaigns, events, and executive presentations. I'm a lifelong learner who also teaches branding and graphic design to students worldwide, and I enjoy working with cross-functional teams.…

Dario Monetini

I'm a Senior Brand Strategist and Designer with 10+ years delivering global brand systems and visual communication for Fortune 500, startups, and institutions. I blend listening, research, and experimentation to bridge strategic thinking with contemporary aesthetics, ensuring every visual choice is backed by rational thinking and metrics. I've collaborated across marketing, product, and leadership teams, built scalable brand systems adopted by international teams in 5+ countries, and delivered assets for campaigns, events, and executive presentations. I'm a lifelong learner who also teaches branding and graphic design to students worldwide, and I enjoy working with cross-functional teams.…

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I’m a Senior Brand Strategist and Designer with 10+ years delivering global brand systems and visual communication for Fortune 500, startups, and institutions. I blend listening, research, and experimentation to bridge strategic thinking with contemporary aesthetics, ensuring every visual choice is backed by rational thinking and metrics.
I’ve collaborated across marketing, product, and leadership teams, built scalable brand systems adopted by international teams in 5+ countries, and delivered assets for campaigns, events, and executive presentations. I’m a lifelong learner who also teaches branding and graphic design to students worldwide, and I enjoy working with cross-functional teams.

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Language

English
Advanced
Italian
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Brand Strategist and Creative Graphic Designer at Freelance, Toptal and other agencies
January 1, 2013 - June 1, 2024
Over the last decade, worked as a freelancer brand strategist and creative designer, developing impactful digital and print assets for brands across diverse industries. Collaborated closely with marketing teams to design and deliver visual content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials, always aligned with brand strategy and business goals. Led creative projects in various sectors including events, beauty, food, tech, consulting, entertainment, science & innovation, finance, non-profits, and social activism. Clients include major companies like Il Sole 24 Ore, Amplifon, and Enel, alongside startups and international companies worldwide. Recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design.
Communication Coach & Educator at Polytechnic University of Milan & others
January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
Taught over 10 branding and graphic design courses both online and offline in collaboration with international institutions. Focus areas included branding, soft skills, communication, and graphic design. Delivered lectures and workshops at institutions such as Saintklet Institution in Brussels, Politecnico di Milano, Milano Fashion Institute, and conducted workshops in China. Provided one-on-one graphic design courses.
Brand Strategist and Graphic Designer at Toptal | Global Clients
January 1, 2013 - Present
Worked as a freelancer brand strategist and creative designer developing impactful digital and print assets for diverse industries. Collaborated closely with marketing teams to design and deliver visual content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials aligned with brand strategy and business goals. Led over 40 brand identity and communication projects across tech, food, beauty, education, and non-profit sectors, often with limited budgets and fast turnarounds. Clients include Il Sole 24 Ore, Amplifon, Enel, startups, and international companies worldwide. Recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design.
Communication Coach & Educator at Polytechnic University of Milan & Others
January 1, 2020 - Present
Taught over 10 branding and graphic design courses (online & offline) in collaboration with international institutions. Focused on branding, soft skills, communication, and graphic design. Contributions include teaching at Saintklet Institution (Brussels, Belgium - 2022), Politecnico di Milano (2018), Milano Fashion Institute (2018-2020), workshops and lectures in China (2019), and 1 to 1 courses teaching graphic design.
Brand Strategist and Graphic Designer at Toptal | Global Clients
January 1, 2013 - Present
Worked as a freelance brand strategist and creative designer for a decade, developing impactful digital and print assets for brands in diverse industries. Collaborated closely with marketing teams to design and deliver visual content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and business goals. Led over 40 brand identity and communication projects across tech, food, beauty, education, and non-profit sectors, managing limited budgets and fast turnarounds. Clients included major players like Il Sole 24 Ore, Amplifon, Enel, startups, and international companies worldwide. Recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design. Also taught over 10 branding and graphic design courses internationally.
Communication Coach & Educator at Polytechnic University of Milan & Others
January 1, 2020 - Present
Taught over 10 branding and graphic design courses (online and offline) in collaboration with international institutions, focusing on branding, soft skills, communication, and graphic design. Delivered courses and workshops at Saintklet Institution (Brussels), Politecnico di Milano, Milano Fashion Institute, and conducted workshops and lectures in China. Also provided one-to-one courses teaching graphic design.
Brand Strategist and Graphic Designer at Toptal | Global Clients
January 1, 2013 - Present
Worked as a freelance brand strategist and creative designer developing impactful digital and print assets across diverse industries. Collaborated closely with marketing teams to design and deliver visual content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials aligned with brand strategy and business goals. Led over 40 brand identity and communication projects across sectors including tech, food, beauty, education, and non-profit. Clients included major companies like Il Sole 24 Ore, Amplifon, and Enel. Recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design. Taught more than 10 branding and graphic design courses in collaboration with international institutions.
Communication Coach & Educator at Polytechnic University of Milan & Others
January 1, 2020 - Present
Taught over 10 branding and graphic design courses (online & offline) focusing on branding, soft skills, communication, and graphic design. Collaborated with international institutions including Saintklet Institution in Brussels, Politecnico di Milano, Milano Fashion Institute, and conducted workshops and lectures in China. Delivered 1-to-1 graphic design teaching.
Brand Strategist and Graphic Designer at Toptal (Freelance – Global Clients)
January 1, 2013 - Present
Freelance brand strategist and graphic designer delivering digital and print assets for brands across diverse industries. Collaborated with marketing teams to design and deliver visual content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials—always aligned with brand strategy and business goals. Led 40+ brand identity and communication projects with tight budgets and fast turnarounds. Clients include Il Sole 24 Ore, Amplifon, Enel, plus startups and international companies. Recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design. Taught 10+ branding and graphic design courses in collaboration with international institutions (Saintklet Institution, Politecnico di Milano, Milano Fashion Institute); workshops in China (2019) and 1-to-1 courses.
Brand Strategist and Graphic Designer at Toptal
January 1, 2013 - Present
Freelance brand strategist and designer delivering impactful digital and print assets for brands across diverse industries; collaborated with marketing teams to create content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials; led 40+ brand identity and communication projects across tech, food, beauty, education, and non-profit sectors; worked with Fortune 500 clients and startups worldwide; recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design; taught 10+ branding and graphic design courses in collaboration with international institutions.
Communication Coach & Educator at Polytechnic University of Milan (and others)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Teaching branding, communication and graphic design courses as a communication coach and educator in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Milan and other international institutions.
Brand Strategist and Graphic Designer at Toptal
January 1, 2013 - Present
Freelance brand strategist and designer delivering impactful digital and print assets; collaborated with marketing teams to produce visual content such as merchandise, pitch decks, social media graphics, and event materials; led 40+ brand identity and communication projects across tech, food, beauty, education, and non‑profit; served major clients like Il Sole 24 Ore, Amplifon, Enel; recognized in Toptal’s top 3% of global freelancers in branding and design; taught 10+ branding and graphic design courses with international institutions.
Communication Coach & Educator at Polytechnic University of Milan & Others
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provide communication coaching and education; delivered branding and graphic design courses; engaged with international institutions including Saintklet (Brussels), Politecnico di Milano, Milano Fashion Institute, and workshops in China (2019).

Education

Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano
July 1, 2010 - July 31, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano
July 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Master Degree at Politecnico di Milano
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
July 1, 2010 - July 31, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
July 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Master Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
July 1, 2010 - July 31, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
July 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Master Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
July 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano, Faculty of Design
January 1, 2010 - July 31, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano, Faculty of Design
January 1, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Master Degree at Politecnico di Milano, Faculty of Design
January 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Bachelor's Degree in Design at Politecnico di Milano, Faculty of Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2010
Bachelor's Degree in Design at Politecnico di Milano, Faculty of Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2012
Master in Design at Politecnico di Milano, Faculty of Design
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2012
Master Degree in Design at Polytechnic University of Milan
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Polytechnic University of Milan
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2012
Master Degree in Design at Polytechnic University of Milan
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2010
Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2012
Master Degree in Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017
Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Milano
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2010
Master Degree in Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2017

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2012

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Education, Other, Software & Internet, Retail