I am an art/creative professional with over 20 years of experience shaping brand visuals for leading magazines and publishers in Latin America. My background blends art direction with hands-on production across print, video, and digital platforms, working with top titles like Cosmopolitan, Elle, Playboy, Women's Health, and Shape. I thrive on turning complex ideas into cohesive, design-driven solutions that engage audiences across print, web, and mobile. I love leading and collaborating with teams, staying ahead of industry trends, and continuously learning new skills. Fluent in English and Portuguese, I bring clear communication and a collaborative mindset to every project, raising the bar for quality and pushing creative boundaries.

Adri Santi

I am an art/creative professional with over 20 years of experience shaping brand visuals for leading magazines and publishers in Latin America. My background blends art direction with hands-on production across print, video, and digital platforms, working with top titles like Cosmopolitan, Elle, Playboy, Women's Health, and Shape. I thrive on turning complex ideas into cohesive, design-driven solutions that engage audiences across print, web, and mobile. I love leading and collaborating with teams, staying ahead of industry trends, and continuously learning new skills. Fluent in English and Portuguese, I bring clear communication and a collaborative mindset to every project, raising the bar for quality and pushing creative boundaries.

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I am an art/creative professional with over 20 years of experience shaping brand visuals for leading magazines and publishers in Latin America. My background blends art direction with hands-on production across print, video, and digital platforms, working with top titles like Cosmopolitan, Elle, Playboy, Women’s Health, and Shape. I thrive on turning complex ideas into cohesive, design-driven solutions that engage audiences across print, web, and mobile.

I love leading and collaborating with teams, staying ahead of industry trends, and continuously learning new skills. Fluent in English and Portuguese, I bring clear communication and a collaborative mindset to every project, raising the bar for quality and pushing creative boundaries.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Creative Designer at WSW Digital
January 1, 2020 - November 17, 2025
Creates visually appealing social media campaigns; designs print materials; produces graphics for YouTube channels and video content; crafts user-friendly website designs with a focus on UX; develops wireframes and prototypes; stays updated with design trends and industry best practices to deliver integrated brand experiences across print, video, and web.
Senior Creative Designer at Handmakers Art and Technology Collective
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Collaborated effectively to meet tight project deadlines; proposed creative ideas and solutions to enhance project outcomes; created logos, brochures, and websites; demonstrated initiative to elevate project results and team performance.
Graphic Designer (Contract) at SHAPE MAGAZINE (Alto Astral Publishing Company)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Managed project schedules, coordinated illustrators and photographers, and oversaw prepress and publishing processes; ensured timely and accurate production with meticulous attention to detail.
Senior Graphic Designer at BOA FORMA MAGAZINE - ABRIL PUBLISH
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Orchestrated scheduling and coordination of illustrators and photographers; updated the brand’s visual identity through a new magazine design; maintained high-quality output and achieved strong UX reader engagement.
Senior Graphic Designer at ABRIL PUBLISH
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Worked on Playboy, Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Health, and ELLE magazines; oversaw projects from resource planning to publication, ensuring essential resources and requirements were met.
Design in Chief at CARAS PUBLISHING COMPANY
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Oversaw projects from inception to publication for RSVP magazine, maintaining meticulous attention to detail and ensuring high-quality output.
Graphic Designer at Abril
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Graphic Designer at Abril; collaborated on Playboy, Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Health, ELLE magazines; coordinated project stages to determine resources and requirements.
Graphic Designer / Designer in Chief at Abril/Azul
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Graphic Designer / Designer in Chief; produced Teen magazines Carícia, Carícia UAU!, Carícia Mais; shaped brand visuals for youth audiences.
Graphic Designer Junior at Acme/ Conrad
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Graphic Designer Junior; contributed to General and Herói magazines; supported layout and visual development for licensed content such as Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac.
Graphic Designer at Abril Publishing
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Graphic Designer at Abril Publishing; oversaw project stages, resource planning, and production.
Graphic Designer / Designer in Chief at Publishing Company Abril/Azul
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Worked on teenagers magazines Carícia, Carícia UAU!, Carícia Mais; led design efforts.
Graphic Designer Junior at Publishing Company Acme/ Conrad
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995
Magazines General, Herói; included Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac (Os Cavaleiros do Zodíaco).
Senior Creative Designer at HANDMAKERS ART AND TECHNOLOGY COLLECTIVE
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Collaborated effectively to meet tight project deadlines as a team player. Proposed creative ideas and solutions to enhance project outcomes. Created captivating graphic designs, including logos, brochures, and websites. Demonstrated initiative by proposing creative ideas and solutions to enhance project outcomes.
Graphic Designer (contract) at SHAPE MAGAZINE (Alto Astral Publishing Company)
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Managed project schedules, coordinating illustrators and photographers, ensuring availability and suitability. Facilitated seamless prepress and publishing processes, ensuring timely and accurate production of materials. Maintained meticulous attention to detail throughout project stages.
Senior Graphic Designer at BOA FORMA MAGAZINE - ABRIL PUBLISH
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Orchestrated scheduling and coordination, including booking illustrators and photographers, and overseeing prepress and publishing. Ensured seamless project workflow by efficiently managing and allocating resources. Maintained a keen eye for detail, ensuring high-quality output for the product. Updated the visual identity of the brand through a new magazine design. Achieved strong reader UX feedback.
Senior Graphic Designer at ABRIL PUBLISH
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Worked on Playboy, Cosmopolitan, Woman's Health, ELLE magazines, collaborating on various publications and overseeing all project stages to determine essential resources and project requirements.
Design in Chief at CARAS PUBLISHING COMPANY
December 31, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Oversaw projects from inception to publication, ensuring successful delivery and maintaining meticulous attention to detail across stages to ensure high-quality output for RSVP magazine.
Graphic Designer at Abril (Publishing Company)
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Graphic Designer at Abril, collaborating on various publications and overseeing all project stages to determine essential resources and project requirements, contributing to long-term publishing projects.
Graphic Designer / Designer in Chief at Abril/Azul
December 31, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Graphic Designer / Designer in Chief for Abril/Azul; contributed to teenagers magazines Carícia, Carícia UAU!, Carícia Mais, shaping visual identity and publication layouts.
Graphic Designer Junior at Acme/ Conrad
December 31, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Graphic Designer Junior at Acme/Conrad; worked on Magazines General and Herói Magazines, including Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac (Os Cavaleiros do Zodíaco).
Graphic Designer at Shape Magazine (Alto Astral Publishing Company)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Managed project schedules, coordinated illustrators and photographers, ensured prepress and publishing workflows, and maintained meticulous attention to detail throughout all project stages.
Senior Graphic Designer at Boa Forma Magazine - Abril Publish
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Orchestrated scheduling and coordination, booked illustrators and photographers, oversaw prepress and publishing processes, and refreshed the brand’s visual identity while maintaining high-quality output and UX.
Senior Graphic Designer at Abril Publish
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Worked on Playboy, Cosmopolitan, Woman's Health, ELLE magazines, collaborating across publications and overseeing essential resources and project requirements.
Design in Chief at Caras Publishing Company
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Oversaw projects from inception to publication, ensuring high-quality output and meticulous attention to detail throughout all stages.
Graphic Designer at Abril Publishing
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2004
Graphic designer at Abril, collaborated on various publications and managed project stages to determine resources and requirements.
Graphic Designer / Designer in Chief at Abril/Azul
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997
Led design for teenager magazines Carícia, Carícia UAU!, Carícia Mais; managed art direction and publication visuals.
Graphic Designer Junior at Acme/ Conrad
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995
Graphic Designer Junior; contributed to general magazines and early magazine projects, including Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac.
Senior Creative Designer at HANDMAKERS ART AND TECHNOLOGY COLLECTIVE
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Collaborated to meet tight project deadlines; proposed creative ideas and solutions; created logos, brochures, and websites; coordinated with team members and external partners to enhance project outcomes.
Graphic Designer (Contract) at SHAPE MAGAZINE (Alto Astral Publishing Company)
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Managed project schedules; coordinated illustrators and photographers; facilitated prepress and publishing processes, ensuring timely and accurate production with meticulous attention to detail.
Graphic Designer at Abril
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2004
Graphic Designer at Abril, involved in multiple publications and overseeing project stages to determine resources and requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts and Publicity at Escola Panamericana de Arte São Paulo, Brazil
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989
Advertising Technician Diploma at Externato São Bento, Brazil
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts in Publicity at Escola Panamericana de Arte, São Paulo, Brazil
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989
Advertising Technician Diploma at Externato São Bento, Brazil
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development at The City and Guilds of London Institute
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Publicity at Escola Panamericana de Arte, São Paulo, Brazil
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989
Advertising Technician Diploma at Externato São Bento, Brazil
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1990
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development at City & Guilds of London Institute (Elatt, East London)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Bootcamp UX Design at BR
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Publicity at Escola Panamericana de Arte
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989
Advertising Technician Diploma at Externato São Bento
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development at Elatt East London Advanced Technology, The City and Guilds of London Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Publicity at Escola Panamericana de Arte
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989
Advertising Technician Diploma at Externato São Bento
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development at Elatt East London Advanced Technology, The City and Guilds of London Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Advertising Technician Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Publicity
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1989
Bootcamp UX Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Advertising Technician Diploma
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts in Publicity
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989
Advertising Technician Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Certificate for IT, Web Design & Development
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet