I am an experienced Art Director and Designer with over a decade dedicated to crafting compelling campaigns and brand identities. My work spans luxury, fashion, and lifestyle sectors, where I merge strategy and emotion to create engaging visual stories. I have a strong background in directing creative production across print, digital, and motion mediums. I thrive on turning concepts into execution, ensuring that every project resonates with its audience while amplifying brand narratives.

CÁIO SOUZA

I am an experienced Art Director and Designer with over a decade dedicated to crafting compelling campaigns and brand identities. My work spans luxury, fashion, and lifestyle sectors, where I merge strategy and emotion to create engaging visual stories. I have a strong background in directing creative production across print, digital, and motion mediums. I thrive on turning concepts into execution, ensuring that every project resonates with its audience while amplifying brand narratives.

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I am an experienced Art Director and Designer with over a decade dedicated to crafting compelling campaigns and brand identities. My work spans luxury, fashion, and lifestyle sectors, where I merge strategy and emotion to create engaging visual stories.

I have a strong background in directing creative production across print, digital, and motion mediums. I thrive on turning concepts into execution, ensuring that every project resonates with its audience while amplifying brand narratives.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Art & Design Manager at Calleija Jewellers
January 1, 2023 - Present
Leading art direction, design, photography, and film for Calleija’s global campaigns and brand catalogue series. Key projects include Hope Soaring (in collaboration with Queensland Ballet) and the luxury catalogues Timeless Artistry and Dance of Light.
Contract Designer at City of Sydney
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Commissioned to design accessibility maps, signage, and event materials for Sydney’s annual Christmas events. Delivered large-format print designs and illustrations.
Creative Director at Braü Design Agency
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024
Directed creative campaigns and brand transformations for clients across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle sectors, overseeing concept creation and visual direction.
Graphic Designer & Photographer at Paradise Resort
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2020
Worked across design, photography, and film to create publications, signage, and dynamic visual content for family experiences.
Graphic Designer & Photographer at Paradise Resort Gold Coast
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020
Created campaigns, signage, and annual publications for one of Australia's leading family resorts, including the Discover Paradise magazine.
Freelance Designer at Independent Projects
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Provided branding, visual identity, and photography for lifestyle and hospitality clients across Australia and Brazil.

Education

Advanced Graphic Design Diploma at Shaw Academy
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Commercial Photography Diploma at Shaw Academy
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Hospitality/Management at Prestige Service Training
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Online Marketing Cert at Google Mobile Academy
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail