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Hello, I’m Jacques Tararan. I am a creative and detail-oriented Art Director with over 30 years of experience shaping visual concepts and communication strategies for international institutions, private companies, and government bodies.
I excel at leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex projects from concept to delivery, and turning data and information into clear, engaging visuals. I specialize in graphic design, data visualization, visual storytelling, and brand identity development.
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Work Experience
Senior Art Director at Pomilio Blumm S.r.l.
December 31, 2024 - September 6, 2025Led development of creative strategies for visual storytelling and communication campaigns; managed the Graphic Unit and a team of designers, illustrators, and external collaborators; collaborated with clients to understand needs; oversaw all phases from concept to delivery; notable projects included EU-commissioned visual identities and data visualization outputs.
Art Director at MOSAICA by Jacques Tararan
December 31, 2014 - September 6, 2025Development of creative ideas and execution of communication materials for major clients; responsibility for concept, design execution, and campaign materials.
Professor of Theories and Creative Techniques at European University of Design (UED)
December 31, 2015 - September 6, 2025Taught courses on creative methodologies, design composition, and packaging; guided students in developing artistic skills and critical thinking.
Graphic Designer at Carsa Editions
December 31, 2003 - September 6, 2025Hired as Graphic Designer; contributed to communication campaigns for fashion and lingerie brands; collaborated with photographers and artists to deliver high-impact campaigns.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Independent / Freelance
December 31, 2000 - September 6, 2025Collaborated with brands like Unileader and Layal on communication campaigns for fashion and lingerie; projects featured in Vanity Fair and Vogue; coordinated with photographers and artists.
Junior Graphic Designer at Oxalys Media Conseil
December 31, 1990 - September 6, 2025Developed airbrushed drawings and illustrations; conceptualized and produced printed communication materials for Direct Marketing campaigns for major clients.
Senior Art Director at POMILIO BLUMM S.r.l.
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Led the development of creative strategies for visual storytelling and communication campaigns. Managed and coordinated the Graphic Unit, supervising a team of designers, illustrators, and external collaborators. Collaborated closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver effective design solutions. Ensured high-quality outcomes by managing all phases of project development, from concept to delivery.
Art Director at Design Studio MOSAICA by Jacques Tararan
December 31, 2014 - September 6, 2025Development of creative ideas and execution of communication materials. Major Clients: Fater Lines / Pampers, Cordivari - Walter Tosto Tanks - Société Internationale de Diffusion (SDI) Franc - Cuisine.
Professor of Theories and Creative Techniques at European University of Design (UED)
January 1, 2015 - September 6, 2025Taught courses on creative methodologies, design composition, and packaging. Guided students in developing artistic skills and critical thinking abilities.
Graphic Designer at Carsa Edizioni – Pescara
December 31, 2003 - September 6, 2025Hired as Graphic Designer; worked on communication campaigns for fashion and lingerie brands; collaborated with Unileader and Layal; campaigns featured in industry publications.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Freelance – Italy
December 31, 2000 - September 6, 2025Collaborated with Unileader and Layal on communication campaigns for fashion and lingerie brands; coordinated with photographers and artists to deliver high-impact campaigns.
Junior Graphic Designer at Oxalys Media Conseil – Paris, France
December 31, 1990 - September 6, 2025Development of airbrushed drawings and illustrations. Conceptualization and development of printed communication materials for Direct Marketing campaigns for clients such as Pirelli and Longchamp.
Art Director at ISTAT – Italian National Institute of Statistics
January 1, 2022 - September 6, 2025Led the communication campaign for the permanent censuses of the population, housing, businesses, non-profit institutions, and public institutions. Organized online launch events and data presentation sessions; coordinated 35 local events and facilitated participation in major events.
Art Director at Italian Ministry of Economic Development
December 31, 2017 - September 6, 2025Conceived, designed, and implemented a public communication campaign to raise awareness about counterfeiting and promote the Anti-Counterfeiting Week.
Creative Lead / Brand Designer at EU Delegation to Georgia
December 31, 2017 - September 6, 2025Managed the creative components of Let's Meet Europe 5, a communication program aimed at increasing public awareness of the EU in Georgia.
Art Director at Fundamental Rights Agency
January 1, 2021 - September 6, 2025Directed the design and production of communication materials for awareness campaigns; developed graphical charts, multilingual layouts, and accessible formats.
Brand Creative / Visual Designer at eu-LISA – European Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems
January 1, 2022 - September 6, 2025Led creative efforts for a framework contract including audiovisual products, infographics, and multimedia applications; ensured high-quality pre-press and printing.
Art Director at DG TAXUD – Directorate-General for Taxation and Customs Union
January 1, 2022 - September 6, 2025Developed and produced animated infographics, social media illustrations, and a comprehensive style guide for DG TAXUD; focused on clarity and accessibility of complex information.
Data Visualization Designer at EUROFOUND
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Enhanced data visualization outputs to improve accessibility and effectiveness of complex data.
Branding & Communications Lead at EU Delegation to Mozambique
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025Led a year-long campaign for the PROMOVE rural development project; developed a cohesive visual identity and communication strategy.
Branding Guide & Communications Lead at DG EAC Be-Active
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Developed Branding Guide components and the Communications Handbook for the BeActive campaigns (2023–2024), coordinating with over 40 EU and non-EU countries.
Senior Art Director at POMILIO BLUMM S.r.l.
December 31, 2024 - October 3, 2025Led development of creative strategies for visual storytelling and campaigns. Managed and coordinated the Graphic Unit, supervising designers, illustrators, and external collaborators. Collaborated closely with clients to understand needs and deliver effective design solutions. Ensured high-quality outputs by guiding all phases of project development from concept to delivery. Key projects included: European Commission – DG INTPA (2018–2024): developed the visual identity for the EU Trust Fund for Africa; DG EAC Be-Active (2023–2024): branding guide and communications handbook for BeActive campaigns across 40+ countries; EU Delegation to Mozambique (2022–2023): year-long campaign for PROMOVE; EUROFOUND (2020–2024): enhanced data visualization; European Environment Agency (2020–2024): multilingual publication layouts; DG TAXUD (2019–2022): animated infographics and a comprehensive style guide; eu-LISA (2018–2022): framework contract delivering audiovisuals and infographic
Senior Art Director at Pomilio Blumm S.r.l.
December 31, 2024 - October 3, 2025Led the development of creative strategies for visual storytelling and communication campaigns. Managed and coordinated the Graphic Unit, supervising designers, illustrators, and external collaborators. Collaborated closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver effective design solutions. Ensured high-quality outcomes by managing all phases of project development from concept to delivery. Key projects included EU Trust Fund for Africa, DG EAC Be-Active campaigns, and large-scale visual identities and data-driven outputs for EU institutions.
Art Director at Design Studio MOSAICA – Jacques Tararan
December 31, 2014 - October 3, 2025Development of creative ideas and execution of communication materials, branding and publication design, and collaboration with clients to translate concepts into impactful visuals.
Professor of Theories and Creative Techniques at European University of Design (UED)
December 31, 2015 - October 3, 2025Taught courses on creative methodologies, design composition, and packaging. Guided students in developing artistic skills and critical thinking abilities.
Graphic Designer at Carsa Editions – Pescara
December 31, 2003 - October 3, 2025Created visual assets for publishing and campaigns, contributing to layout design and production.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Italy (Freelance)
December 31, 2000 - October 3, 2025Collaborated with Unileader and Layal on communication campaigns for fashion and lingerie brands; campaigns featured in Vanity Fair and Vogue. Coordinated with photographers and artists to deliver high-impact campaigns.
Junior Graphic Designer at Oxalys Media Conseil – Paris, France
December 31, 1990 - October 3, 2025Development of airbrushed drawings and illustrations; conceptualization and development of printed communication materials for Direct Marketing campaigns.
Senior Art Director at Pomilio Blumm S.r.l.
December 31, 2024 - October 3, 2025Led the development of creative strategies for visual storytelling and communication campaigns; managed the Graphic Unit and coordinated designers, illustrators, and external collaborators; collaborated with clients to understand needs and deliver effective design solutions; oversaw all phases of project development from concept to delivery. Key projects included developing the visual identity for the EU Trust Fund for Africa (DG INTPA, 2018–2024); Be-Active branding and communications for 2023–2024 campaigns; EU Delegation to Mozambique campaign for PROMOVE (2022–2023); EUROFOUND data visualization enhancements (2020–2024); European Environment Agency multilingual publication layouts (2020–2024); DG TAXUD animated infographics and style guides (2019–2022); eu-LISA framework contract visuals (2018–2022); Fundamental Rights Agency campaigns with accessible formats (2017–2021); Italian Ministry of Economic Development anti-counterfeiting campaign (2016–2017); EU Delegat
Art Director at Design Studio MOSAICA by Jacques Tararan
December 31, 2014 - October 3, 2025Development of creative ideas and execution of communication materials for major clients including Fater Lines / Pampers, Cordivari, Walter Tosto Tanks, Société Internationale de Diffusion (SDI) Franc, and Cuisine Marchi France.
Professor of Theories and Creative Techniques at European University of Design (UED) – Pescara, Italy
December 31, 2015 - October 3, 2025Taught courses on creative methodologies, design composition, and packaging; guided students in developing artistic skills and critical thinking abilities.
Graphic Designer at Carsa Editions – Pescara
December 31, 2003 - October 3, 2025Graphic designer; contributed to communication campaigns for various publications; responsibilities included layout, typography, and production coordination.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Unileader & Layal – Italy
December 31, 2000 - October 3, 2025Collaborated on communication campaigns for fashion and lingerie brands; coordinated with photographers and artists for high-impact campaigns.
Junior Graphic Designer at Oxalys Media Conseil – Paris, France
December 31, 1990 - October 3, 2025Developed airbrushed drawings and illustrations; conceptualized and produced printed communication materials for Direct Marketing campaigns for clients such as Pirelli and Longchamp.
Education
Higher Diploma in Visual Arts at ENSA – École Nationale Supérieure d’Art et Dessin (formerly École des Beaux-Arts de Nancy), France
January 1, 2000 - September 6, 2025Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course at HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025Storytelling & Heritage Communication I at CS (International Communication Summit)
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1981Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments at DataMasters
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles) at France
January 1, 1978 - September 6, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts at ENSA – École Nationale Supérieure d’Art et Dessin (formerly École des Beaux-Arts de Nancy) – France
January 1, 2015 - September 6, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles) at France
January 1, 2000 - September 6, 2025Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course at HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI Master Class at DataMasters
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments at CS (International Communication Summit) Storytelling & Heritage Communication
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts at ENSA – École Nationale Supérieure d’Art et Dessin (Nancy), France
January 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles) at France
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1981Certificate of Participation at DataMasters Generative AI
January 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments at CS (International Communication Summit) Storytelling & Heritage Communication
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Certificate of Completion at HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts at ENSA – École Nationale Supérieure d’Art et Dessin, France
January 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles) at France
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1981Certificate of Participation at DataMasters Generative AI Master Class
January 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments at CS (International Communication Summit) Storytelling & Heritage Communication
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts at ENSA – École Nationale Supérieure d’Art et Dessin (formerly École des Beaux-Arts de Nancy) – France
January 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025Brevet d’Études Professionnelles (Vocational Training Certificate) at France
January 1, 1979 - December 31, 1981Qualifications
Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Storytelling & Heritage Communication I
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1981Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles)
January 1, 1978 - September 6, 2025Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI Master Class
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2023 - September 6, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts
January 1, 2015 - September 6, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles)
January 1, 2000 - September 6, 2025Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI
January 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025Additional early training
January 1, 1978 - October 3, 2025Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI
January 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts
January 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025Vocational Training Certificate (Brevet d’Études Professionnelles)
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1981Additional early training
January 1, 1978 - October 3, 2025Certificate of Participation – DataMasters Generative AI
January 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025Master Class Workshop – Conflict Mediation in Work Environments
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025Certificate of Completion – HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025DataMasters Generative AI Master Class
January 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025Conflict Mediation in Work Environments – Master Class
January 1, 2023 - October 3, 2025HTML, Drupal, and WordPress Course
January 1, 2015 - October 3, 2025Higher Diploma in Visual Arts
January 1, 2000 - October 3, 2025Brevet d’Études Professionnelles (Vocational Training Certificate)
January 1, 1979 - December 31, 1981Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Education, Other, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet
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