Diogo is a designer with two decades of experience creating digital products that connect people and technology. Has led design for global brands, startups, and large-scale events, blending creativity with strategic thinking to deliver meaningful results. Currently focused on crafting AI-driven and Web3-ready experiences from usability testing to polished UI.

Diogo Antunes Melo

Diogo is a designer with two decades of experience creating digital products that connect people and technology. Has led design for global brands, startups, and large-scale events, blending creativity with strategic thinking to deliver meaningful results. Currently focused on crafting AI-driven and Web3-ready experiences from usability testing to polished UI.

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Diogo is a designer with two decades of experience creating digital products that connect people and technology. Has led design for global brands, startups, and large-scale events, blending creativity with strategic thinking to deliver meaningful results. Currently focused on crafting AI-driven and Web3-ready experiences from usability testing to polished UI.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Designer at TOKEN2049
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Led and scaled the internal Design team across TOKEN2049 and SuperAI, owning team growth, mentorship, and delivery standards. Defined and maintained a consistent visual brand across digital and physical assets on a global stage. Collaborated with leadership and the in-house content team to ensure cohesive execution. Oversaw key digital initiatives including website redesigns for TOKEN2049 and SuperAI, and established a lean, structured design organization to support multi-brand success.
Senior Product Designer at Bolttech
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
Owned product design from concept to launch, including QA and user acceptance testing. Guided team members, fostered collaboration, and established shared design standards. Championed agile methodologies and drove innovation across user experience and interface design. Led corporate branding efforts and introduced scalable design solutions across the organization.
Senior Designer at Hey Digital Ventures
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Delivered high-impact design for a portfolio of new digital products developed in-house and through external partnerships. Provided creative direction from ideation to delivery across multiple digital product types and industries.
Co-Founder & Designer at Gema
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012
Co-founded a digital innovation studio focused on interactive experiences, gamification, web, and motion-based technologies. Led product design and R&D, managing projects involving hardware, audiovisual content, and emerging tech. Oversaw client relationships, project management, and on-site operations.
Designer at Portuguese Catholic University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Created web and print materials for university events and initiatives. Developed interactive content and led research for internal communications projects. Contributed to the launch of an experimental intranet TV system and served as Art Director for the Black and White Festival.
Web Designer at Tower Web – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Designed websites and digital campaigns for entertainment clients, including collaborations with Globo TV talent.
Freelance Designer at doismaisdois
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Freelanced across web, print, video, multimedia, and 3D design. Built a strong foundation in creative direction, production, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Education

Master’s in Digital Arts at Portuguese Catholic University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Master’s in Digital Arts at Portuguese Catholic University
January 1, 2005 - March 10, 2026

Qualifications

ZON Multimedia Innovation Award (Winner)
January 1, 2009 - March 10, 2026
Publication Recognition: The Web Design Index by Content (Volumes 4, 7, 8, and 9)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
ZON Multimedia Innovation Award
January 1, 2009 - March 10, 2026

Industry Experience

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