I’m Fabiana Sala, a Creative Lead, Art Director, and Photographer with over a decade of experience shaping graphic design, photography, and creative leadership across Milan, New York, Berlin, and Lugano. I translate marketing strategies into visually compelling campaigns, with a focus on mobile and web design, branding, and user-centric solutions. I excel at guiding creative teams through end-to-end projects and delivering standout results in fast-paced environments. My work spans international markets and collaborative, cross-disciplinary projects. I’m passionate about storytelling through imagery and design, and I thrive when shaping brand narratives that resonate across channels and audiences.

Fabiana Sala

I’m Fabiana Sala, a Creative Lead, Art Director, and Photographer with over a decade of experience shaping graphic design, photography, and creative leadership across Milan, New York, Berlin, and Lugano. I translate marketing strategies into visually compelling campaigns, with a focus on mobile and web design, branding, and user-centric solutions. I excel at guiding creative teams through end-to-end projects and delivering standout results in fast-paced environments. My work spans international markets and collaborative, cross-disciplinary projects. I’m passionate about storytelling through imagery and design, and I thrive when shaping brand narratives that resonate across channels and audiences.

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I’m Fabiana Sala, a Creative Lead, Art Director, and Photographer with over a decade of experience shaping graphic design, photography, and creative leadership across Milan, New York, Berlin, and Lugano. I translate marketing strategies into visually compelling campaigns, with a focus on mobile and web design, branding, and user-centric solutions. I excel at guiding creative teams through end-to-end projects and delivering standout results in fast-paced environments.

My work spans international markets and collaborative, cross-disciplinary projects. I’m passionate about storytelling through imagery and design, and I thrive when shaping brand narratives that resonate across channels and audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Lead at EyeEm by Talenthouse
April 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Led a team of graphic designers to create innovative visual content; established production processes to improve efficiency and quality across creative projects; oversaw all creative deliverables ensuring alignment with brand vision.
Art Director at EyeEm by Talenthouse
January 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Provided strategic creative direction for campaigns, including EyeEm Awards 2021 during Berlin Photo Week; developed and implemented branding and social media strategies; collaborated with external partners and artists; managed timelines and budgets.
Graphic Designer and Photo Editor at EyeEm by Talenthouse
October 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Designed and laid out marketing materials for print and digital platforms, including magazines and banners; worked with UX team to define user-friendly editorial designs; curated and selected images to meet client briefs, ensuring visual consistency and quality.
Producer and Graphic Designer at Bruce Gilden - New York
February 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017
Acted as a personal assistant, location scout, and liaison for community members, associates, and press; coordinated production of creative projects and maintained stakeholder relationships.
Producer and Graphic Designer at Bart Heynen Studio - New York
June 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017
Produced visual content for photography projects, including photobooks and social media campaigns; managed social media strategies and edited graphic materials to align with the brand vision.
Studio Assistant at Chris Craymer - New York
November 1, 2015 - May 1, 2016
Assisted in studio operations, image archiving, and fine art book production; supported execution and promotion of creative projects, including social media content.
Graphic Designer at The Red Box Communication - Lugano (CH)
June 1, 2013 - September 1, 2013
Designed and edited visual materials for projects such as Visti & Scritti by Ferdinando Scianna.
Faculty at International Centre of Photography - New York
March 1, 2016 - Present
Taught principles of layout design, typography, and photo book production; mentored students in graphic and motion design.
Photography School Faculty at Bottega Immagine - Milan/Lugano
April 1, 2024 - Present
Educate and oversee students in photography and design; teach foundational principles of layout & editorial design, typography, sequencing, editing, and binding techniques for photo books.
Freelance Photographer at Cairo Editore - Milan
April 1, 2023 - Present
Conceptualised and directed editorial shoots for Diva e Donna magazine; collaborated with clients to create impactful visual content.

Education

UX/UI Certification at Career Foundry
January 1, 2024 - March 11, 2026
Documentary Photography and Photojournalism at ICP
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication at SUPSI
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

UX/UI Certification
January 1, 2024 - March 11, 2026
Documentary Photography and Photojournalism
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

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