I am a result-oriented, client-focused and pragmatic Creative Director with over ten years of experience in brand design, art direction, UI/UX and photography. I have co-founded Nomady, Édition De Caro. In my work I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver compelling brands and images that drive impact. I thrive in collaborative environments and love building brands from the ground up, guiding teams, and crafting visuals that resonate with audiences.

Paolo De Caro

I am a result-oriented, client-focused and pragmatic Creative Director with over ten years of experience in brand design, art direction, UI/UX and photography. I have co-founded Nomady, Édition De Caro. In my work I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver compelling brands and images that drive impact. I thrive in collaborative environments and love building brands from the ground up, guiding teams, and crafting visuals that resonate with audiences.

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I am a result-oriented, client-focused and pragmatic Creative Director with over ten years of experience in brand design, art direction, UI/UX and photography. I have co-founded Nomady, Édition De Caro. In my work I combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to deliver compelling brands and images that drive impact.

I thrive in collaborative environments and love building brands from the ground up, guiding teams, and crafting visuals that resonate with audiences.

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Work Experience

Fotograf – Mitglied at 13Photo
June 1, 2024 - Present
Joined as a photographer member in the renowned photographers' agency 13 Photo, focusing on authentic portrait, documentary, corporate and commercial photography.
Brand Designer & Art Director (Freelance) at Atelier De Caro
April 1, 2024 - Present
Freelance work in communications, branding and web agencies with client management and project delivery.
Founder & Creative Lead at Art School Crush
April 1, 2024 - Present
Development and implementation of a unique brand identity and strategy; built the website and online shop for Fine Art Prints; produced high-quality prints.
Co-Founder & Creative Lead at Nomady AG
February 1, 2019 - Present
Led development and implementation of the brand strategy; co-responsible for product strategy; achieved Product-Market-Fit from MVP to full platform and app; designed a modern UI/UX system and brand guidelines; helped define integrated marketing and comms.
Co-Founder & Creative Lead at Édition De Caro
November 1, 2018 - Present
Concept and design of diverse book projects; development and implementation of comprehensive brand strategies; online presence and shop.
Freelance – Brand Design, Photography & Art Direction at PDC Design & Fotografie
August 1, 2017 - July 1, 2019
Freelance assignments for Zürich-based agencies; built an independent client base and produced tailored concepts across branding and photography.
Brand Designer & Art Director at By Heart Marketing
May 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017
Brand design and later art direction for clients including Camille-Bloch, McOptic, Exil-Club, Rausch and Filabe; created integrated campaigns across multiple channels.
Design-Internship at Lundgren+Lindqvist
November 1, 2014 - March 1, 2015
Design internship in Göteborg focusing on branding and illustration.
Freelance – Photography, Branding & Illustration at PDC Design & Fotografie
September 1, 2013 - June 1, 2014
Freelance work in photography, branding and illustration; built a portfolio and client base.
Counting & Verification, Historisches Archiv at Credit-Suisse
June 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012
Worked in historical archive, counting & verification tasks.
Private Banking, Sonderkonditionen at Credit-Suisse
February 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010
Private Banking roles focusing on conditions and packages.
Design-Internship at NumberOne
October 1, 2008 - February 1, 2009
Design internship in Einsiedeln.
Private Banking, Depotsaldierungen at Credit-Suisse
August 1, 2007 - September 1, 2008
Private Banking, depot settlements; supported financial operations.

Education

BA Visuelle Kommunikation at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013
Gestalterischer Vorkurs at Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
February 1, 2009 - February 1, 2010
Gymnasiale Ausbildung mit Schwerpunkt Bildnerisches Gestalten at Kantonsschule Pfäffikon, SZ
August 1, 2003 - June 1, 2007
Gymnasiale Ausbildung mit Schwerpunkt Sprachen at Stiftsschule Einsiedeln, SZ
August 1, 2000 - June 1, 2003
Primarschule at Primarschule Einsiedeln, SZ
August 1, 1994 - June 1, 2000

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education