Leonardo Bento

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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.

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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.

  • 5 years' experience
  • Joined June 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Education

Work experience· 4 roles

Graphic Designer · Tequila Marketing e ComunicaçãoJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

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.

Merchandiser Visual · Panorama Inc.Jan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs

Developed visual merchandise materials and brand applications for product ranges.

Graphic Designer & Social Media Manager · Supa ServiçosJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Created social media content, templates and brand materials for consistent visual identity; Managed social media visual strategy and scheduling across platforms.

Creative Director & Motion Designer · NSDEVJan 2021 – Dec 2023 · 3 yrs

Education

Higher Certificate — Print and Publishing Design · Academy of Digital Arts (ADA)2023 – 2024
High School Certificate · Complexo Escolar Girassol2015 – 2017
UX/UI Design — Short Course · Academy of Digital Arts (ADA)2025 – 2026
Illustrator Design — Short Course · Designcomvc2020 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Top Portfolio Award 20242024 – 2026

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