I am a multidisciplinary designer and visual storyteller born in Italy with Egyptian-Polish heritage, which has shaped my openness to diverse cultures and people around the world. My work blends fashion, art, and narrative to create meaningful experiences and wearable art that reflect personal expression and craftsmanship. I thrive at the intersection of fashion design, illustration, photography, and brand storytelling. I love collaborating across disciplines, exploring cultural traditions, and translating mood boards and research into bold visuals and cohesive collections that resonate with diverse audiences.

Sara Ali

I am a multidisciplinary designer and visual storyteller born in Italy with Egyptian-Polish heritage, which has shaped my openness to diverse cultures and people around the world. My work blends fashion, art, and narrative to create meaningful experiences and wearable art that reflect personal expression and craftsmanship. I thrive at the intersection of fashion design, illustration, photography, and brand storytelling. I love collaborating across disciplines, exploring cultural traditions, and translating mood boards and research into bold visuals and cohesive collections that resonate with diverse audiences.

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I am a multidisciplinary designer and visual storyteller born in Italy with Egyptian-Polish heritage, which has shaped my openness to diverse cultures and people around the world. My work blends fashion, art, and narrative to create meaningful experiences and wearable art that reflect personal expression and craftsmanship.

I thrive at the intersection of fashion design, illustration, photography, and brand storytelling. I love collaborating across disciplines, exploring cultural traditions, and translating mood boards and research into bold visuals and cohesive collections that resonate with diverse audiences.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced
English
Advanced
Polish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Tour Guide / Front-of-House Coordinator at Coopculture
October 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Gained hands-on experience at Rome's Colosseum, coordinating guided tours for international visitors, handling multilingual inquiries, and maintaining crowd flow to ensure a safe and engaging visitor experience.
Front-of-House / Guest Services Supervisor at Virgilio Ristorante (Campo de' Fiori)
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Oversaw front-of-house operations in a high-traffic, multicultural setting; communicated with an international clientele; managed guest flow, reservations, and service standards; trained new staff to maintain a welcoming atmosphere.
Business Development Manager at Clever Grapes
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Drove short-term sales through client prospecting and engagement on LinkedIn; identified opportunities, secured new deals, and supported revenue growth in collaboration with marketing teams.
English Teacher at Free Locating
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Taught English to students aged 5 to 50 across various levels; developed speaking, reading, writing, and grammar skills; prepared engaging, level-appropriate lessons and led conversation clubs.
Key Account Manager at Clever Grapes
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Led account management and client engagement; supported revenue growth through strategic partnerships and collaboration with sales and marketing teams; contributed to promotional initiatives.
Fashion Designer at Marina
January 1, 2024 - November 2, 2025
Designing full collections using Procreate for digital fashion illustrations; developing seasonal mood boards; researching fabrics and color palettes; coordinating with suppliers and agents to oversee production and execution.

Education

Bachelor of Fashion Design at Accademia di Belle Arti Roma, Italy
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

GCSE Certificate
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Bachelor of Fashion Design
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019
CliftonStrengths Assessment (Gallup)
January 1, 2024 - November 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services