Hi, I’m Manoela Forato, a graphic designer, visual artist, and tattoo artist based in São Paulo, Brazil. I specialize in creating digital and print assets, content writing, and video production for diverse clients, with a strong focus on clear communication and building lasting relationships with clients. I have experience across marketing agencies, fashion apparel prints, and tattoo studios in different countries, and I enjoy transforming ideas into compelling visuals using tools like Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, Photoshop, CapCut, and Canva.…

Manoela Forato

Hi, I’m Manoela Forato, a graphic designer, visual artist, and tattoo artist based in São Paulo, Brazil. I specialize in creating digital and print assets, content writing, and video production for diverse clients, with a strong focus on clear communication and building lasting relationships with clients. I have experience across marketing agencies, fashion apparel prints, and tattoo studios in different countries, and I enjoy transforming ideas into compelling visuals using tools like Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, Photoshop, CapCut, and Canva.…

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Hi, I’m Manoela Forato, a graphic designer, visual artist, and tattoo artist based in São Paulo, Brazil. I specialize in creating digital and print assets, content writing, and video production for diverse clients, with a strong focus on clear communication and building lasting relationships with clients.

I have experience across marketing agencies, fashion apparel prints, and tattoo studios in different countries, and I enjoy transforming ideas into compelling visuals using tools like Adobe Illustrator, Procreate, Photoshop, CapCut, and Canva.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Designer and Content Creator for social media at Auacá Publicidade Criativa
February 28, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Created visuals and content for social media, supported digital marketing campaigns, branding assets.
Graphic Designer and Content Producer for social media at Auacá Publicidade Criativa
February 1, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Creation of digital and print assets, content writing, and video production for diverse clients. Direct communication and relationship management with clients.
Guest Artist at Les 33 Tours
August 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Tattoo studio guest artist in Geneva, Switzerland.
Guest Artist at Les 33 Tours
August 1, 2024 - September 19, 2025
Guest Artist collaborating on design and tattoo-related projects; contributed to studio campaigns and client work.
Surface Pattern Designer at Minsu
January 1, 2023 - October 24, 2025
Design and creation of exclusive prints for the brand’s apparel collections, using Adobe Illustrator and Procreate.
Guest Artist at Professional Exchange
October 1, 2022 - Present
Guest Artist in different tattoo studios around the world for short periods since October 2022.
Guest Artist at Tattoo Studio Professional Exchange
October 1, 2022 - Present
Guest Artist in various tattoo studios around the world for short periods as part of a professional exchange program.
Administrative Manager at Inkdomus Art House
February 1, 2021 - October 24, 2025
Social media management, inventory and space organization, and client support, increasing efficiency and creating strong bonds with clients.
Administrative Manager at Inkdomus Art House
February 1, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Managed administration for the studio; coordinating schedules, communications, and operations.
Resident Artist at Inkdomus Art House
February 1, 2020 - Present
Resident Artist at Tattoo Studio.
Resident Artist at Inkdomus Art House
February 1, 2020 - Present
Resident Artist since February 2020; participated in studio projects and artistic development.
Creative Coordenator, Graphic Designer and Content Creator for social medias at DG - Digital Genius
September 1, 2019 - October 24, 2025
Coordination of teams and projects in Graphic Design, creation of diverse digital and print assets and content writing for various clients. Direct communication and relationship management with clients.
Creative Coordenator, Graphic Designer and Content Creator for social medias at DG Group
September 1, 2019 - September 19, 2025
Coordinated creative projects, design work, and social media content creation.
Internship in Graphic Design at Jokerman Non Traditional Media
September 1, 2018 - September 19, 2025
Supported graphic design projects and campaigns; assisted with client work.
Director and Manager of UNICAMP’s Softball team at UNICAMP
December 31, 2016 - September 19, 2025
Organized trainings, events and championships; communication with the university and prospection of athletes.

Education

Course in Graphic Design at Escola Britânica de Artes Criativas e Tecnologia (EBAC)
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts at Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
International University Exchange Program at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
August 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Non Traditional Media Internship in Graphic Design at Jokerman
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Other
    Surface Pattern Designer - Minsu
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/174541315/clothing-design-for-Minsu I worked for Minsu, a Brazilian streetwear clothing brand with Chinese inspiration, being responsible for the design and creation of exclusive prints for the brand’s apparel collections. illustrator designer artist…
    Branding - Carolina Yamashita
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/224089495/Branding-Identidade-Visual-Dra-Carolina-Yamashita I developed the visual identity for Dr. Carolina Yamashita, a medical professional based in Brazil. This included the logo design and the production of print assets—such as business cards, letterheads, and patient forms—for her patients. graphicdesigner branding designer logo…
    Digital Illustrations
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/174543313/Digital-Illustration Here are a few of my digital illustrations, with different styles and themes, according to what each client demands. illustration i illustrator drawing digitalart…
    Fabio Lau - Branding
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/224087529/Branding-Dr-Fabio-Lau This is the visual identity I created for Fabio Lau, a physician in Brazil, who needed a logo and print assets —such as business cards, letterheads, and patient forms— for his patients. branding graphicdesigner designer illustrator…
    BEOX - Summer Campaign
    https://www.behance.net/gallery/224090401/Summer-Campaign-Visual-Identity-BEOX This project showcases the visual identity I designed for the summer campaign of Beox, a Brazilian hair cosmetics brand. The identity was applied in different assets, including product packaging, promotional bags, and digital marketing content. graphicdesigner visualidentity identidadevisual branddesigner…
    Yôga Yuga - Visual Identity
    This is the brand book for Yôga Yuga, a new Brazilian yoga school. I was responsible for developing the entire visual identity, including the logo, color palette, typography, and so on, based on the client's ideas and expectations. The project was executed entirely in Portuguese, as the school is based in Brazil. https://www.behance.net/gallery/235659619/Branding-Identidade-Visual-Yoga-Yuga graphicdesigner brandesigner visualidentity brandbook identidadevisual…