Hi, I’m Leonardo Bento, a Graphic Designer and Visual Artist with 5+ years of experience in branding, packaging, social media, campaign design and motion graphics. I’m certified by the Academy of Digital Arts in Cape Town and have a proven track record collaborating with international and national brands across Angola and South Africa, delivering production-ready print and digital assets at scale. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese, with a strong eye for luxury aesthetics and brand consistency. Outside client work, I enjoy exploring typography, layout systems, and digital storytelling. I’m open to relocation and eager to contribute to ambitious brands with a strong visual language.

Leonardo Bento

Hi, I’m Leonardo Bento, a Graphic Designer and Visual Artist with 5+ years of experience in branding, packaging, social media, campaign design and motion graphics. I’m certified by the Academy of Digital Arts in Cape Town and have a proven track record collaborating with international and national brands across Angola and South Africa, delivering production-ready print and digital assets at scale. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese, with a strong eye for luxury aesthetics and brand consistency. Outside client work, I enjoy exploring typography, layout systems, and digital storytelling. I’m open to relocation and eager to contribute to ambitious brands with a strong visual language.

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Hi, I’m Leonardo Bento, a Graphic Designer and Visual Artist with 5+ years of experience in branding, packaging, social media, campaign design and motion graphics. I’m certified by the Academy of Digital Arts in Cape Town and have a proven track record collaborating with international and national brands across Angola and South Africa, delivering production-ready print and digital assets at scale. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese, with a strong eye for luxury aesthetics and brand consistency.

Outside client work, I enjoy exploring typography, layout systems, and digital storytelling. I’m open to relocation and eager to contribute to ambitious brands with a strong visual language.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Tequila Marketing e Comunicação
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designing print and digital marketing materials for major Angolan brands including Sonangol, in compliance with corporate brand guidelines; Producing large-format campaign assets including billboards, POS materials and print collateral for nationwide distribution; Managing multiple concurrent projects across social media, print and campaign design within fast-paced agency environment; Coordinating with production and print vendors to ensure accurate, high-quality output.
Creative Director & Motion Designer at NSDEV
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Led visual direction across branding, digital and motion design projects; Produced animated content and motion graphics for social media campaigns; Managed client relationships and creative briefs from concept to delivery.
Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager at Supa Serviços
January 1, 2021 - Present
Created social media content, templates and brand materials for consistent visual identity; Managed social media visual strategy and scheduling across platforms.
Merchandiser Visual at Panorama Inc.
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Developed visual merchandise materials and brand applications for product ranges.

Education

Higher Certificate — Print and Publishing Design at Academy of Digital Arts (ADA)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
High School Certificate at Complexo Escolar Girassol
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
UX/UI Design — Short Course at Academy of Digital Arts (ADA)
January 1, 2025 - June 8, 2026
Illustrator Design — Short Course at Designcomvc
January 1, 2020 - June 8, 2026

Qualifications

Top Portfolio Award 2024
January 1, 2024 - June 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education