I’m a multidisciplinary art director and designer with extensive experience across cinema, television, and digital production. I enjoy shaping visual language from concept to completion, blending strong design, motion, and storytelling to create engaging experiences. Based in São Paulo, I’ve collaborated with studios and brands across Brazil, delivering broadcast opens, VFX, branding, and cross-media campaigns for HBO, J&J, Bradesco, Volkswagen, and more.…

Denis Milani Adriano

I’m a multidisciplinary art director and designer with extensive experience across cinema, television, and digital production. I enjoy shaping visual language from concept to completion, blending strong design, motion, and storytelling to create engaging experiences. Based in São Paulo, I’ve collaborated with studios and brands across Brazil, delivering broadcast opens, VFX, branding, and cross-media campaigns for HBO, J&J, Bradesco, Volkswagen, and more.…

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I’m a multidisciplinary art director and designer with extensive experience across cinema, television, and digital production. I enjoy shaping visual language from concept to completion, blending strong design, motion, and storytelling to create engaging experiences. Based in São Paulo, I’ve collaborated with studios and brands across Brazil, delivering broadcast opens, VFX, branding, and cross-media campaigns for HBO, J&J, Bradesco, Volkswagen, and more.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
English
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Art Director at Stone Milk Studio
June 1, 2024 - Present
Senior art director at Stone Milk Studio, focusing on cinema projects and collaborating with a Surreal creative team.
Art Director (Freelance) at Warriors VFX
May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Freelance art director on VFX projects, aligning concepts with the director’s vision and delivering high-quality visuals.
Creative Director / Art Director Senior at YesSugar
August 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Styled a unified visual language across channels, designed branding and campaigns, and produced videos that boosted engagement and sales.
Coordenador Videografia (Videography Coordinator) at Grupo Bandeirantes de Comunicação
July 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Provided creative direction to graphic teams, coordinated photoshoots, and designed graphics for promotional campaigns, enhancing ad impact.
Graphic Designer / Art Director at Vetor Zero
April 1, 2013 - June 30, 2022
Collaborated with designers to create cross-disciplinary projects, developed concept art, established visual style, and produced art assets for film and digital media.
Art Director and Designer (Senior) at HBO Latin America
January 1, 2013 - July 31, 2014
Created creative solutions for TV campaigns, established style guides, and delivered interactive animations to boost user engagement.
Head of Marketing / Creative Art Director / Designer Senior at Grupo Mix de Comunicação
January 1, 2013 - October 31, 2015
Led brand redesign and strategy; increased audience share; supervised visual identity across channels.
Graphic / Digital Designer at Lobo.cx
January 1, 2013 - June 30, 2022
Created creative designs for film and digital marketing campaigns, explored 3D textures, and refreshed the company’s digital presence.
Marketing Director / Creative Director / Art Director Senior at Motor Ltda
August 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Directed marketing and branding campaigns, managed cross-functional teams, and led on-air and offline campaigns for major brands.
Senior Art Director at Gw São Paulo Comunicação
July 1, 2012 - September 30, 2012
Provided creative direction for graphic design, branding, and broadcast identity projects.
Art Director (Freelancer) at DM9DDB
June 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Art direction and design for television campaigns; created high-quality visuals and brand identities.
Art Director and Designer / Special Projects at Rede Record
May 1, 2010 - July 31, 2012
Broadcast design and visual identity development, brand systems, opening titles, and campaign visuals.
Motion Designer at TABASCO
January 1, 2006 - January 31, 2007
Created motion graphics for Lojas Americanas campaigns and TV openings.
Post Production Designer at SBT Visual Creation
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Created visual systems for movie releases and TV programs, including openings titles and branding.
Motion Designer at TV1
January 1, 2005 - January 31, 2007
Freelance motion design for television campaigns and openings.
Motion Designer at Grupo Bandeirantes de Comunicação
January 1, 2003 - October 31, 2005
Created motion graphics for broadcast campaigns and brand identities.

Education

Bachelor's degree at Universidade Anhembi Morumbi
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005

Qualifications

EF SET English Certificate 53/100 (B2 Upper Intermediate)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026

Industry Experience

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

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