Since 1980 I have been instrumental in developing and shaping the fashion, publishing and entertainment culture in Italy whilst keeping an ongoing dialogue with the global creative industry. My approach to creativity is diversified, originating as a music performer and developing skills in creative direction, graphic design, and communication.

Alessandro Jumbo Manfredini

Since 1980 I have been instrumental in developing and shaping the fashion, publishing and entertainment culture in Italy whilst keeping an ongoing dialogue with the global creative industry. My approach to creativity is diversified, originating as a music performer and developing skills in creative direction, graphic design, and communication.

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Since 1980 I have been instrumental in developing and shaping the fashion, publishing and entertainment culture in Italy whilst keeping an ongoing dialogue with the global creative industry. My approach to creativity is diversified, originating as a music performer and developing skills in creative direction, graphic design, and communication.

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Language

Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Teaching Visual Language at I.E.D. Fashion Master Milan
January 1, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Taught visual language in the Fashion Master program.
Lecturer at Domus Academy Milan
December 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Delivered lectures at Domus Academy.
Teaching Urban Wear at I.E.D. Como
December 31, 2018 - July 17, 2025
Taught Urban Wear courses.
Teacher and Course Tutor, AD of the School at I.E.D. Moda Lab Milan
December 31, 2013 - July 17, 2025
Taught graphic language and Urban Wear, acted as course tutor and Art Director of the school.
Curator and Artistic Director at Consiglio Nazionale del Notariato
January 1, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Curated and was artistic director of the exhibition “Io Qui Sottoscritto, Testamenti di Grandi Italiani“.
Organizer and Art Direction at Wake Up! Fiere di Parma
January 1, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Organized and art directed events.
Content Creator at Smart Life Festival Fondazione San Carlo, Modena
January 1, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Created content and organized events.
Art Director at Fila VR 46
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Directed artistic vision and projects.
Art Director at Promenade Du Port, Casbia, Ter Et Bantine, Hache, Benedict
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Managed art direction and social strategy for multiple brands and concept stores.
Sound Designer at Stone Island
December 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Provided sound design services for flagship store.
Senior Art Director at Yoji Yamamoto & Mandarina Duck
December 31, 2010 - July 17, 2025
Led art direction for campaigns and projects.
Senior Event and Art Director at Diesel, 55DSL
December 31, 2006 - July 17, 2025
Directed events and art production.
Senior Art Director at Nike Ema, Mandarina Duck, Hilton Vestimenta, Slam Jam
December 31, 2000 - July 17, 2025
Managed senior art direction across brands.
Curator and Artistic Director at Consiglio Nazionale del Notariato
January 1, 2025 - August 8, 2025
Curator and artistic director for the exhibition “Io Qui Sottoscritto, Testamenti di Grandi Italiani” from 2015 to 2025, showcasing historical Italian testament artifacts with artistic direction.
Organizer, Art Direction at Wake Up! Fiere di Parma
January 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025
Organizer and artistic director of events at Wake Up! Fiere di Parma for the years 2023 and 2024, managing event concept, execution, and creative direction.
Organizer, Content Creator at Smart Life Festival Fondazione San Carlo, Modena
January 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025
Organizer and content creator for the Smart Life Festival, handling event content production and coordination from 2022 to 2024.
Art Director at Fila VR 46
January 1, 2022 - August 8, 2025
Art direction for the Fila VR 46 brand during the years 2021 to 2022, overseeing visual campaigns and brand communication.
Senior Art Director at Yoji Yamamoto & Mandarina Duck
December 31, 2007 - August 8, 2025
Led senior art direction for Yoji Yamamoto and Mandarina Duck in 2007, developing creative advertising and branding projects for luxury fashion brands.
Senior Event and Art Direction at Diesel, 55DSL
January 1, 2006 - August 8, 2025
Senior event and art director responsible for visual concepts and event management from 2004 to 2006 for Diesel and 55DSL fashion brands.
Art Direction: Record sleeves and adv campaigns at Sony Music, Paoloni, Manuel Ritz, Gaudí
January 1, 2013 - August 8, 2025
Created art direction for record sleeves and advertising campaigns for Sony Music and various fashion brands between 2012 and 2013 and previously from 1994 to 1999 for Warner Music and related labels.
Teaching Roles at I.E.D. (Milan, Como) and Domus Academy Milan
January 1, 2009 - Present
Teaching visual language, urban wear, graphic language at I.E.D and lectures at Domus Academy from 2009 to 2024.
Art Director at Fila VR 46
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Led the art direction for promotional materials and branding.
Art Director at Promenade Du Port
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Oversaw the visual design and marketing strategies.
Art Director at Meraviglia concept store
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Managed creative projects and branding efforts.
Senior Art Direction at Nike Ema
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 1999
Led the promotional graphic design team for high-profile projects.

Education

Diploma at Istituto d’arte A.Venturi
January 1, 1976 - December 31, 1980
Degree at I.E.D Milan
January 1, 1981 - December 31, 1984
Diploma at Istituto d’arte A.Venturi
January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1980
Degree at I.E.D Milan
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1984
Fashion Master at I.E.D. Fashion Master Milan
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Diploma at Istituto d’arte A.Venturi
January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1980
Degree at I.E.D Milan
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1984

Qualifications

Diploma in Graphic and Photographic Arts
January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1980
Degree in Graphics
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1984
Fashion Master
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services