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Hello! I’m Elsa Santamato, a product designer blending brand design with UX/UI to craft intuitive digital experiences. I currently work at Extera Digital Agency in a hybrid role, where I helped build the agency’s branding service from the ground up, created a workflow for digital-first brands, and deliver brand guidelines that scale across UI and digital touchpoints. I’m passionate about workshops, design systems, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to align brand and product narratives.
Previously I designed brand identities and digital content for clients in the music and events space, including MEP Agency and Velvet Club, translating brand guidelines into social media assets, newsletters, and WordPress websites, while continuously growing my UX/UI expertise with platforms like Shopify, Pimcore, and Webflow. I enjoy facilitating collaborative sessions and helping teams translate strategy into beautiful, usable products.
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Language
Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Work Experience
Product Designer / Brand Designer / Workshop Facilitator at Extera Digital Agency
July 1, 2019 - PresentHybrid role leading design across visual disciplines; built the agency's branding service from scratch; developed a custom workflow for digital-first brands, starting with a workshop and delivering clear brand guidelines for UI and digital application use across all touchpoints. Also served as Digital Content Designer (Jul 2019 – Nov 2022), delivering editorial plans for social media and email marketing, and developing UX/UI expertise on Shopify, Pimcore, and Webflow projects.
Brand Designer at MEP Agency
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019Part of the creative team; brand identity design; translated brand guidelines into digital content: social media, newsletters, and WordPress websites. Contributed to the “Crossover Festival” event at Quadriportico Bolognetti (Bologna, Italy).
Graphic Designer at Velvet Club
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019On-site designer for Velvet Club, a prominent rock venue on Italy's Romagna Riviera. Handled digital and offline design for club events, including promotional materials; contributed to the 'Il Capodanno in un km quadrato' New Year's Eve event.
Digital Content Designer at Extera Digital Agency
July 1, 2019 - November 1, 2022Created editorial plans for social media and email marketing; developed UX/UI expertise on Shopify, Pimcore, and Webflow projects; contributed to branding workflows and hybrid design approaches.
Designer / Brand & UX Lead at Extera Digital Agency
November 1, 2022 - PresentLed the development of the agency's branding service from scratch; built a custom workflow for digital-first brands; delivered brand guidelines for UI across touchpoints; provided PM & Sales support and facilitated workshops.
Product Designer at Extera Digital Agency
January 1, 2019 - PresentHybrid role; contributed to visual design and branding; proposed and built the agency's branding service from scratch; developed a custom workflow for digital-first brands; started with a workshop and delivered brand guidelines for UI and digital touchpoints; updated tools, processes and provided PM & Sales support.
Graphic Designer at Velvet Club
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017On-site designer handling digital and offline design for club events and promotional materials.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Communication Sciences (L-20) at University of Urbino 'Carlo Bo'
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Product Design (UX/UI) programme at UX Design Institute
January 1, 2026 - March 5, 2026Bachelor's Degree in Communication Sciences (L-20) at University of Urbino 'Carlo Bo'
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Product Design (UX/UI) programme at UX Design Institute
January 1, 2026 - March 5, 2026Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences at University of Urbino 'Carlo Bo'
January 1, 2010 - March 26, 2026Professional Diploma in UX Design at UX Design Institute
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026Professional Certificate in UI Design at UX Design Institute
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026AI Fundamentals for UX Design at Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2023 - March 26, 2026Qualifications
AI Fundamentals for UX Design
January 1, 2025 - March 5, 2026IxDF Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Agile Methods for UX Design
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025Webflow 101 Certification
January 1, 2024 - March 5, 2026CMS Certification
January 1, 2024 - March 5, 2026AI Fundamentals for UX Design
January 1, 2025 - March 5, 2026IxDF Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025Agile Methods for UX Design
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025How to Design the Perfect UX
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023User Experience: the beginner’s guide
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023AI Prototyping Workshop
January 1, 2025 - March 5, 2026Building AI Apps with Figma
January 1, 2025 - March 5, 2026Designing accessible experiences
January 1, 2024 - March 5, 2026Webflow 101 Certification
January 1, 2024 - March 5, 2026CMS Certification
January 1, 2024 - March 5, 2026AI Fundamentals for UX Design
January 1, 2023 - March 26, 2026Interaction Design Foundation Courses
January 1, 2023 - March 26, 2026Webflow 101 Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026CMS Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 26, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Retail
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