I’m Ana Hoxha, an art director and cultural strategist with 10+ years of international experience bridging brand development, visual communication, and cultural projects. I’m currently finishing an MA in Arts and Culture Management in Rome, with a strong focus on participatory heritage, governance models, and immersive cultural experiences—bringing together creative direction and research-driven thinking. Across my work, I’ve led end-to-end visual communication for brands, developed brand systems and campaign identities across print, digital, social, and video, and contributed to cultural initiatives such as international exhibitions and immersive heritage concepts. I enjoy designing experiences that connect communities, support thoughtful institutional frameworks, and make culture accessible through clear visual storytelling and well-structured strategy.…

Ana Hoxha

I’m Ana Hoxha, an art director and cultural strategist with 10+ years of international experience bridging brand development, visual communication, and cultural projects. I’m currently finishing an MA in Arts and Culture Management in Rome, with a strong focus on participatory heritage, governance models, and immersive cultural experiences—bringing together creative direction and research-driven thinking. Across my work, I’ve led end-to-end visual communication for brands, developed brand systems and campaign identities across print, digital, social, and video, and contributed to cultural initiatives such as international exhibitions and immersive heritage concepts. I enjoy designing experiences that connect communities, support thoughtful institutional frameworks, and make culture accessible through clear visual storytelling and well-structured strategy.…

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I’m Ana Hoxha, an art director and cultural strategist with 10+ years of international experience bridging brand development, visual communication, and cultural projects. I’m currently finishing an MA in Arts and Culture Management in Rome, with a strong focus on participatory heritage, governance models, and immersive cultural experiences—bringing together creative direction and research-driven thinking.

Across my work, I’ve led end-to-end visual communication for brands, developed brand systems and campaign identities across print, digital, social, and video, and contributed to cultural initiatives such as international exhibitions and immersive heritage concepts. I enjoy designing experiences that connect communities, support thoughtful institutional frameworks, and make culture accessible through clear visual storytelling and well-structured strategy.

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Language

Albanian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Art Director / Brand Designer at Hadiqa
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Developed a refined brand identity for Hadiqa Brasserie & Kitchen using organic lines, muted greens, and warm neutral tones. Applied the system across menus, stationery, packaging, table details, and other physical brand touchpoints to create a cohesive and contemporary hospitality experience.
Art Director / Video Director / Designer at Satt.co
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Developed the visual concept and art direction for Satt.co’s video project, defining its overall look, visual language, and creative direction. Designed key visual elements and collaborated with a motion designer to guide the video and animation process through final execution.
Art Director / Brand Designer at Immigrant Food
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Directed the rebranding of Immigrant Food and extended the new visual identity across menus, packaging, social media, email, paid media, campaign assets, and physical brand applications. Also developed creative direction and design for a StartEngine equity crowdfunding campaign spanning more than 40 digital assets.
Senior Graphic Designer at FAT Brands (USA, Remote)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Led visual communication for multiple brands and managed full campaign lifecycle for the US market. Owned key campaign visuals and coordinated creative deliverables across campaign phases, ensuring consistency of brand expression in digital and marketing contexts.
Art Director / Brand Designer at Roza Tea Library
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Created a brand identity and packaging system inspired by the desert rose and the brand’s Dubai setting. Developed an organic visual language and extended it across identity, tea packaging, menus, editorial design, stationery, and physical brand applications.
Art Director / Brand & Creative Lead at GD Plast
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Led the creative direction and brand design for a full-scale plastic packaging company. Developed a cohesive visual system across brand identity, product packaging, custom mascot design, website design, online product catalogues, multilingual printed catalogues, motion, social content, and brand applications.
Illustrator at Independent Illustration Projects
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026
Created selected illustration work spanning editorial and personal visual projects, including vibrant character portraits, portrait compositions, cultural illustrations, stamp-style artwork, fashion imagery, and expressive graphic compositions.
Art Director at Ogilvy Albania
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Developed brand systems, campaign concepts, and visual identities across print, digital, social, and video. Directed creative execution from strategic idea to final assets, collaborating with teams to deliver cohesive campaign communications.
Designer at ZED Graphic Communications (Canada)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Produced logos and brand collateral, including brochures and marketing materials, for a diverse client portfolio. Supported brand communication through design deliverables aligned with client needs and marketing goals.
Junior Art Director at McCann Tirana
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Created visual concepts spanning digital, print, social, television, and brand communication. Supported campaign development and contributed to creative direction by translating ideas into finished visual systems and assets.
Graphic Designer at Kube Studios & PIK Creative
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Designed brand identities, motion graphics, posters, annual reports, and campaign materials. Delivered visual production across formats, supporting consistent brand presentation and effective communication.

Education

MA in Arts and Culture Management (specialisation: participatory heritage, governance models, immersive cultural experiences) at Rome Business School
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
BA Art & Design at POLIS University, Tirana
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2026

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Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Other

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