Hi, I'm Andrea Ascenso, a Parma-based graphic designer with a passion for packaging and publishing. Since the 1990s I have blended branding, magazine layouts, and cosmetics packaging to help brands stand out on shelves and on screen. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and bringing ideas to life using InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. My career has included roles as designer, layout artist, and art director for publishing houses and cosmetic brands, delivering print and digital solutions for Euromedia, Pieraldo Campagnoni, Caffè del Teatro, and Laboratori Royal cosmesi.…

Andrea Ascenso

Hi, I'm Andrea Ascenso, a Parma-based graphic designer with a passion for packaging and publishing. Since the 1990s I have blended branding, magazine layouts, and cosmetics packaging to help brands stand out on shelves and on screen. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and bringing ideas to life using InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. My career has included roles as designer, layout artist, and art director for publishing houses and cosmetic brands, delivering print and digital solutions for Euromedia, Pieraldo Campagnoni, Caffè del Teatro, and Laboratori Royal cosmesi.…

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Hi, I’m Andrea Ascenso, a Parma-based graphic designer with a passion for packaging and publishing. Since the 1990s I have blended branding, magazine layouts, and cosmetics packaging to help brands stand out on shelves and on screen.

I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and bringing ideas to life using InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. My career has included roles as designer, layout artist, and art director for publishing houses and cosmetic brands, delivering print and digital solutions for Euromedia, Pieraldo Campagnoni, Caffè del Teatro, and Laboratori Royal cosmesi.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Stage (Stage annuale) at Casa Editrice Franco Maria Ricci
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
Stage in graphic design and publishing; supported editorial projects and layout work during 1993.
Consulente e Progettista at Various agencies (Parma area)
January 1, 1994 - Present
Consultant and designer providing graphic and packaging services for local fashion and cosmetics clients.
Designer e Progettista (Packaging, Graphic Design, and In-store Displays) at Laboratori Royal Cosmesi
January 1, 1994 - Present
Designer leading packaging, graphic design, and in-store display projects; followed lines Effem, Movie, Naarei, Organic Elements, Biodroga (Germany).
Art Director at Caffè del Teatro
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2008
Art direction for monthly cultural events publication and related materials.
Art Director at TrueModel Automodellismo
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2008
Art direction for automotive modeling magazine/events.
Art Director at TuaCittà
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2008
Art direction for monthly cultural events publication.
Graphic Designer at Europa Teari
January 1, 2004 - Present
Graphic designer for Europa Teari projects.
Graphic Designer / Freelance at Various clients (Europa atelier, Baixa, Cabiria, Parma Arte Grafica, Tonikdesign, Metacomunicazioneadv)
January 1, 1994 - Present
Web graphics, promotions, and advertising for local and national campaigns; multiple client collaborations as a freelancer.
Web & Multimedia Designer at Organic Elements (Laboratori Royal)
January 1, 2004 - Present
Web and multimedia design for Organic Elements and related brands; trade show and retail fixtures.
Graphic Designer at Various Agencies
January 1, 1985 - Present
Worked on graphic design and advertising projects for clothing and cosmetics stores. Collaborated with agencies such as Drama and Orion Trend.
Art Director at Euromedia
January 1, 2008 - Present
Responsible for designing and directing the publication of several magazines including Musica&Arte and HP house-organ for Hewlett-Packard.
Designer at Laboratori Royal
January 1, 1994 - Present
Specialized in packaging and graphic design for cosmetic brands under lines like Efffem and Organic Elements.
Art Director at Casa Editrice Euromedia
January 1, 2008 - Present
Managed creative processes and design for various publications and magazines.
Graphic Designer at Casa Editrice Franco Maria Ricci
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1994
Worked on design projects creating book layouts, covers, and promotional content for various publications.
Designer and Project Designer at Laboratori Royal cosmesi
January 1, 1994 - Present
Designer and project designer specialized in packaging, graphics and showroom setup for cosmetics brands (following lines Effem, Movie, Naarei, Organic Elements, Biodroga).
Intern / Stage at Casa Editrice Franco Maria Ricci
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
Annual internship in publishing house with graphic and publishing tasks.
Graphic Designer / Layout Designer at Pieraldo Campagnoni
January 1, 2008 - Present
Graphic design and page layout for publications: Rivista Illustrata del Museo Teatrale alla Scala, bimestrale; Concerto (mensile).

Education

Maturità artistica at Istituto d'arte Paolo Toschi
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1985
High School Diploma in Fine Arts at Istituto d'arte Paolo Toschi
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1985
Maturità artistica at Istituto d'arte Paolo Toschi
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1985
Maturità artistica at Istituto d’arte Paolo Toschi
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1985
Maturità Artistica at Istituto d'arte Paolo Toschi
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1985

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Industry Experience

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

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