I am Elena D'Alessandro, a Creative Director and Senior Art Director with extensive experience in graphic design, brand communication, event planning, and online-offline campaigns. I lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and suppliers, and guide projects from concept to final implementation. I also design customized Canva courses and brand kits to help companies maintain a cohesive image. Beyond client work, I teach Basic Design and Brand Communication, passing on my knowledge to new professionals. I enjoy solving complex communication challenges across online and offline channels, from social media and editorial design to exhibitions and medical congresses.

Elena D'Alessandro

I am Elena D'Alessandro, a Creative Director and Senior Art Director with extensive experience in graphic design, brand communication, event planning, and online-offline campaigns. I lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and suppliers, and guide projects from concept to final implementation. I also design customized Canva courses and brand kits to help companies maintain a cohesive image. Beyond client work, I teach Basic Design and Brand Communication, passing on my knowledge to new professionals. I enjoy solving complex communication challenges across online and offline channels, from social media and editorial design to exhibitions and medical congresses.

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I am Elena D’Alessandro, a Creative Director and Senior Art Director with extensive experience in graphic design, brand communication, event planning, and online-offline campaigns. I lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and suppliers, and guide projects from concept to final implementation. I also design customized Canva courses and brand kits to help companies maintain a cohesive image.

Beyond client work, I teach Basic Design and Brand Communication, passing on my knowledge to new professionals. I enjoy solving complex communication challenges across online and offline channels, from social media and editorial design to exhibitions and medical congresses.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

JR Art Director at ELLEMME
January 1, 1996 - September 8, 2025
Junior Art Director responsible for supporting design and creative concept development within ELLEMME.
Art Director at ELLEMME
January 1, 2000 - September 8, 2025
Art Director leading visual campaigns, brand identity development, and collaboration with creative teams.
Senior Art Director at SMOOTHADV
January 1, 2000 - Present
Senior Art Director overseeing brand design, advertising campaigns, and direction of visual language for clients.
Instructor - Basic Design & Brand Communication at ISGMD
January 1, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Teaching Basic Design and Brand Communication to students, developing curricula and mentoring.
Instagram Community Art Director at Pr0jectuno
January 1, 2016 - Present
Oversees Instagram community art initiatives and creative direction for the account.
Creative Director at SPADA MEDIA GROUP
January 1, 2025 - Present
Creative Director leading concept development, brand design, project coordination, and cross-functional team management.

Education

Graduation, Art Direction at Ateneo Creativo Milano
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1992
Graduation, Architecture at Liceo Artistico Medardo Rosso
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1989
Seeing Through Photographs at The Museum of Modern Art
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025

Qualifications

Seeing Through Photographs
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025

Industry Experience

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