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I was born and raised in Italy, and after studying and working in the UK for six years, I earned a BA in Fashion Design and an MA in Authorial Practice Illustration from Falmouth University. Now based in Prague, I am a self-employed fashion designer and illustrator. Over the past years, I have developed and built my high-fashion brand, focused on luxury, slow fashion, ethical practices, and sustainability. Open-minded and passionate, I am always eager to learn and grow. As a visionary and creative director, I love to blend art and storytelling to create unique experiences. With strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, I guide every creative project with precision and passion. I also value teamwork and human interactions, with interest on building meaningful relationships with collaborators and clients.…I was born and raised in Italy, and after studying and working in the UK for six years, I earned a BA in Fashion Design and an MA in Authorial Practice Illustration from Falmouth University. Now based in Prague, I am a self-employed fashion designer and illustrator. Over the past years, I have developed and built my high-fashion brand, focused on luxury, slow fashion, ethical practices, and sustainability. Open-minded and passionate, I am always eager to learn and grow. As a visionary and creative director, I love to blend art and storytelling to create unique experiences. With strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, I guide every creative project with precision and passion. I also value teamwork and human interactions, with interest on building meaningful relationships with collaborators and clients.

Giorgio Valente

Creative Director, Illustrator, Art Director, +3

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I was born and raised in Italy, and after studying and working in the UK for six years, I earned a BA in Fashion Design and an MA in Authorial Practice Illustration from Falmouth University. Now based in Prague, I am a self-employed fashion designer and illustrator. Over the past years, I have developed and built my high-fashion brand, focused on luxury, slow fashion, ethical practices, and sustainability. Open-minded and passionate, I am always eager to learn and grow. As a visionary and creative director, I love to blend art and storytelling to create unique experiences. With strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, I guide every creative project with precision and passion. I also value teamwork and human interactions, with interest on building meaningful relationships with collaborators and clients.…I was born and raised in Italy, and after studying and working in the UK for six years, I earned a BA in Fashion Design and an MA in Authorial Practice Illustration from Falmouth University. Now based in Prague, I am a self-employed fashion designer and illustrator. Over the past years, I have developed and built my high-fashion brand, focused on luxury, slow fashion, ethical practices, and sustainability. Open-minded and passionate, I am always eager to learn and grow. As a visionary and creative director, I love to blend art and storytelling to create unique experiences. With strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, I guide every creative project with precision and passion. I also value teamwork and human interactions, with interest on building meaningful relationships with collaborators and clients.

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I was born and raised in Italy, and after studying and working in the UK for six years, I earned a BA in Fashion Design and an MA in Authorial Practice Illustration from Falmouth University. Now based in Prague, I am a self-employed fashion designer and illustrator. Over the past years, I have developed and built my high-fashion brand, focused on luxury, slow fashion, ethical practices, and sustainability.

Open-minded and passionate, I am always eager to learn and grow. As a visionary and creative director, I love to blend art and storytelling to create unique experiences. With strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, I guide every creative project with precision and passion. I also value teamwork and human interactions, with interest on building meaningful relationships with collaborators and clients.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Italian

Fluent

English

Fluent

Czech

Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Director & Co-founder at MERTL&VALENTE

January 1, 2021 - Present

Co-founded a high-fashion brand focusing on slow fashion and sustainability. Featured in Madame Figaro (France) and exhibited collections internationally. Led photoshoots, styling, and visual storytelling for brand campaigns. Developed concepts, fabric selections, and lineup illustrations. Strengthened the brand’s identity through both digital and physical presentations.

Illustrator at Independent Project

December 31, 2023 - August 4, 2025

Collaborated with a writer to illustrate short stories for a published book. Developed visual narratives and expressive character illustrations using traditional and digital techniques, bringing stories to life through compelling imagery.

Creative Director & Co-founder at MERTL&VALENTE

January 1, 2021 - Present

Co-founded a high-fashion brand focused on slow fashion and sustainability. I led photoshoots, styling, and visual storytelling for brand campaigns. I developed concepts, fabric selections, and lineup illustrations while strengthening the brand’s identity through digital and physical presentations. Our brand has been featured in Madame Figaro (France) and exhibited collections internationally.

Illustrator at Independent Project

December 31, 2023 - August 6, 2025

Collaborated with a writer to illustrate short stories for a published book. Developed visual narratives and expressive character illustrations using both traditional and digital techniques to bring stories to life.

Creative Director & Co-founder at MERTL&VALENTE

January 1, 2021 - Present

Co-founded a high-fashion brand focused on slow fashion and sustainability. Featured in Madame Figaro (France) and exhibited collections internationally. Led photoshoots, styling, and visual storytelling for brand campaigns. Developed concepts, fabric selections, and lineup illustrations. Strengthened the brand’s identity through digital and physical presentations.

Illustrator at Independent Project

January 1, 2023 - Present

Collaborated with a writer to illustrate short stories for a published book. Developed visual narratives and expressive character illustrations. Explored traditional and digital techniques to bring stories to life.

Creative Director & Co-Founder at MERTL & VALENTE

February 1, 2021 - Present

Founded and developed an independent fashion brand focused on luxury and slow fashion. Featured in Madame Figaro (France), gaining international recognition. Showcased collections at multiple design events, including two design markets in Prague, Blikfang in Vienna, and a four-day exhibition at the MAK Museum. Participated in two group fashion shows with Salva and Skino on the Market. Conceptualized and executed original content for digital platforms, enhancing the brand's online presence and customer interaction. Facilitated brainstorming sessions that fostered creativity and resulted in groundbreaking design solutions. Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences. Managed the production process from concept to final garment, ensuring quality and adherence to brand standards. Utilized graphic design software to create visually appealing mood boards and presentations. Maintained relationships with fabric suppliers to source sustainable and innovative m

Tailor Assistant at Sartoria Bohémé

October 1, 2018 - August 8, 2025

Assisted in fitting and altering garments for clients to ensure proper size and comfort. Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote efficiency and safety. Provided excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries and preferences. Operated sewing machines and hand tools to repair and create custom garments.

Student Ambassador at Falmouth University

July 1, 2020 - August 8, 2025

Organized campus events to promote student engagement and unity. Facilitated peer mentoring programs to support incoming students. Led informational sessions about student services and academic programs.