Experienced Swiss Art Director and designer with over 20 years in fashion and accessory projects. Specialized in visual storytelling, creative campaigns, lookbooks, and digital content. Passionate about leading creative teams and delivering cohesive brand identities.

Natalia Gianinazzi

Experienced Swiss Art Director and designer with over 20 years in fashion and accessory projects. Specialized in visual storytelling, creative campaigns, lookbooks, and digital content. Passionate about leading creative teams and delivering cohesive brand identities.

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Experienced Swiss Art Director and designer with over 20 years in fashion and accessory projects. Specialized in visual storytelling, creative campaigns, lookbooks, and digital content. Passionate about leading creative teams and delivering cohesive brand identities.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Advanced
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Art Director and Brand Strategist at Merz Fertigungs AG
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Art Director and Brand Strategist responsible for comprehensive brand analysis, definition of brand values, establishment of the Art Director role, revamp of Corporate Identity/Corporate Design (website, visual communication, packaging, employee clothing), project management for photoshoots and in-house image production, advising on brand leadership and sustainability, trend scouting, and budget management.
Creative Art Director at namuk outdoor clothing for kids
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Conceptualized and implemented the brand's corporate identity, developed picture language, managed website redesign and social media guidelines, contributed to collection concept and marketing concepts, and oversaw all printed assets (prints, labeling, packaging).
Freelance Designer
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Concept development and execution for collections, moodboards, trims, prints, allovers, illustrations, and accessory design.
Graphic Designer at Zimtstern
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Conceptualization, development and execution of collection concepts, moodboards, trims, prints, allovers, illustrations, accessories and interiors design.
Graphic Designer at Design Studio Grand
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Graphic conceptualization, development and execution for moodboards, trims, illustrations, prints and allovers for streetwear, snowwear and products; clients included Burton, Roxy, Quiksilver, Rossignol, Eastpak, Ecko.
Graphic Designer at TBPX Brand Strategies
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Conceptualization, development and execution of corporate identities, posters, advertising, brochures, etc.
Graphic and Museum Designer at Woodtli Design + Communication
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Graphic and museum design work.
Graphic Designer at Mazzantini
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Graphic design for advertising.
Photoretoucher and Team Coordinator at VrWay
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Photoretouch work for Quicktime Vrs. and Panoscan, team coordination.
Intern at Luxon Carrà
January 1, 1999 - November 3, 2025
Three months internship at corporate design agency.
Graphic Designer at studio baka
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Graphic design work.
Founder/Designer at Gruesli
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Personal one-of-a-kind handmade plush collection Gruesli; first plush auctioned by Christie's (NYC); collaborations with Salomon Snowboards and Nikita Clothing; exhibited and sold internationally.

Education

Graphic Arts Major at CSIA
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1998

Qualifications

Graphic Design Diploma
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Federal Vocational Baccalaureate Diploma
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
First Certificate in English
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Graphic Design Diploma
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Federal Vocational Baccalaureate Diploma
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
First Certificate in English
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing