I am Kawani Dos Santos, a passionate graphic designer and visual artist with a strong background in applied arts and cultural research, particularly in mythology, post-colonialism, and creolization. I specialize in graphic design, art direction, and mixed media illustration, with experience teaching creative workshops and design courses for Bachelor students. My work intersects with music, film, and audiovisual projects, focusing on strong cultural and visual narratives. Based in Toulouse, I have contributed to several projects and exhibitions, including Connexion Live (2022) and MAD Toulouse (2024), and have held various roles ranging from freelance graphic designer and illustrator to lecturer and workshop leader. My multidisciplinary skills allow me to merge creativity with technical proficiency, particularly in Adobe Creative Suite, to deliver compelling visual identities and communications primarily within the music and arts sectors.…

Kawani Dos Santos

I am Kawani Dos Santos, a passionate graphic designer and visual artist with a strong background in applied arts and cultural research, particularly in mythology, post-colonialism, and creolization. I specialize in graphic design, art direction, and mixed media illustration, with experience teaching creative workshops and design courses for Bachelor students. My work intersects with music, film, and audiovisual projects, focusing on strong cultural and visual narratives. Based in Toulouse, I have contributed to several projects and exhibitions, including Connexion Live (2022) and MAD Toulouse (2024), and have held various roles ranging from freelance graphic designer and illustrator to lecturer and workshop leader. My multidisciplinary skills allow me to merge creativity with technical proficiency, particularly in Adobe Creative Suite, to deliver compelling visual identities and communications primarily within the music and arts sectors.…

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I am Kawani Dos Santos, a passionate graphic designer and visual artist with a strong background in applied arts and cultural research, particularly in mythology, post-colonialism, and creolization. I specialize in graphic design, art direction, and mixed media illustration, with experience teaching creative workshops and design courses for Bachelor students. My work intersects with music, film, and audiovisual projects, focusing on strong cultural and visual narratives.

Based in Toulouse, I have contributed to several projects and exhibitions, including Connexion Live (2022) and MAD Toulouse (2024), and have held various roles ranging from freelance graphic designer and illustrator to lecturer and workshop leader. My multidisciplinary skills allow me to merge creativity with technical proficiency, particularly in Adobe Creative Suite, to deliver compelling visual identities and communications primarily within the music and arts sectors.

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Language

French
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer / Illustrator
January 1, 2021 - Present
Providing art direction, branding, visual identity, editorial and digital design services, mainly for music and events projects. Active since 2021, creating and managing various freelance projects aligning with personal artistic interests and client needs.
Lecturer for Bachelor 2 & 3 in Creation/Design at Ynov, Toulouse
January 1, 2023 - Present
Teaching branding, typography, art direction, and creative techniques to Bachelor degree students. Led workshops for B2 students in 2023 and 2024, combining technical and conceptual design education.
Workshop Leader and Jury Member at Arènes School, Toulouse
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led a week-long workshop for mixed classes from BA to MA level and served as a jury member for DSAA Design, Master’s level, supporting student projects and fostering creative development.
Assistant in Communication at Le Metronum / Rio Loco festival, Toulouse
April 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025
Assisted in communication and promotion activities for the festival over a 3-month period, enhancing event visibility and audience engagement.
Co-founder – Art Direction, Graphic Design, Communication & Event Organization at LVL UP Collective, Toulouse
January 1, 2021 - Present
Co-founded the collective, managing art direction, graphic design, communication, and event organization activities.
Graphic Designer, Layout and Podcast Voice Work at Nachave Media, Toulouse/Paris
January 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025
Contributed graphic design and layout services alongside podcast voice work to support communications and media projects.
President – Management & Organization of Cultural and Artistic Events at L’Arène Student Association, Toulouse
January 1, 2021 - September 4, 2025
Led management and organization of various cultural and artistic events for the student community.
Post-production Assistant at Eclectic Production, Paris
April 1, 2018 - September 4, 2025
Supported post-production services for France Télévision, including work on ‘Des Racines et des Ailes’.
Art Direction & Execution Internship at La Major Agency, Marseille
April 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025
Completed a 3-month internship focusing on art direction and execution for print and digital mediums.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Illustrator
January 1, 2021 - Present
Art direction, branding, visual identity, editorial and digital design primarily for music and event projects. Contributed to projects such as Connexion Live (2022), Clutch’o (2023), MAD Toulouse (2024), Winger Bar (2024), and IPN x Miam Magazine (2025).
Lecturer for Bachelor 2 & 3 in Creation/Design at Ynov, Toulouse
January 1, 2023 - Present
Taught courses in Branding, Typography, Art Direction, and Creative Techniques. Led workshops with B2 students during 2023 and 2024.
Workshop Leader and Jury Member at Arènes School, Toulouse
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led a week-long workshop for mixed classes ranging from Bachelor to Master's level and served as a jury member for DSAA Design at the Master’s level.
Assistante de communication at Le Metronum / Rio Loco Festival, Toulouse
April 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025
Assisted with communication and event promotion for a well-known festival over a 3-month period.
Co-founder, Art Direction, Graphic Design and Communication at LVL UP Collective, Toulouse
January 1, 2021 - Present
Co-founded the collective and oversaw art direction, graphic design, communication, and event organization.
Graphic Designer and Podcast Voice Work at Nachave Media, Toulouse/Paris
January 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025
Handled graphic design, layout, and provided voice work for podcast productions.
President at L’Arène Student Association, Toulouse
January 1, 2021 - September 4, 2025
Managed and organized cultural and artistic events as the president of the student association.
Post-production at Eclectic Production, Paris
January 1, 2019 - September 4, 2025
Worked in post-production for France Télévision’s documentary series "Des Racines et des Ailes."
Art Direction & Execution (print, digital) at La Major Agency, Marseille
April 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025
Managed art direction and execution of print and digital projects over a 3-month contract.

Education

High School Diploma in Applied Arts at Lycée Haroun Tazieff, Landes
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
BTS in Graphic Design, Digital Media option at Lycée des Arènes, Toulouse
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor’s degree courses in Anthropology at Université Jean Jaurès, Toulouse
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Master, major in Graphic Design at Lycée des Arènes, Toulouse
January 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025
High School Diploma in Applied Arts at Lycée Haroun Tazieff, Landes
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
BTS in Graphic Design, Digital Media option at Lycée des Arènes, Toulouse
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor's degree courses in Anthropology at Université Jean Jaurès, Toulouse
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Master, major in Graphic Design at Lycée des Arènes, Toulouse
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other