Hi, I'm Carla Polizzi, a multidisciplinary creative with a strong background in graphic design, visual storytelling, and art direction. I love working across different media including exhibitions, theatre, and digital platforms, bringing ideas to life through brand identity and campaign development. Collaboration and creativity are at the heart of what I do. I enjoy leading projects that require a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation, whether it’s art direction for a festival, branding for an iGaming startup, or designing visuals for theatre productions. I’m always eager to explore new challenges and work with diverse teams to create engaging and meaningful experiences.

Carla Polizzi

Hi, I'm Carla Polizzi, a multidisciplinary creative with a strong background in graphic design, visual storytelling, and art direction. I love working across different media including exhibitions, theatre, and digital platforms, bringing ideas to life through brand identity and campaign development. Collaboration and creativity are at the heart of what I do. I enjoy leading projects that require a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation, whether it’s art direction for a festival, branding for an iGaming startup, or designing visuals for theatre productions. I’m always eager to explore new challenges and work with diverse teams to create engaging and meaningful experiences.

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Hi, I’m Carla Polizzi, a multidisciplinary creative with a strong background in graphic design, visual storytelling, and art direction. I love working across different media including exhibitions, theatre, and digital platforms, bringing ideas to life through brand identity and campaign development. Collaboration and creativity are at the heart of what I do.

I enjoy leading projects that require a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation, whether it’s art direction for a festival, branding for an iGaming startup, or designing visuals for theatre productions. I’m always eager to explore new challenges and work with diverse teams to create engaging and meaningful experiences.

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Language

Maltese
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Director – ICA Festival at Institute for Creative Arts, Malta
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Developed the visual identity and brand guidelines for the annual student exhibition; final concept selected from shortlist. Led art direction across print, digital, and exhibition space design. Created “Behind the Work”, a campaign featuring student interviews and process documentaries to improve industry perception and elevate craftsmanship. Coordinated with design teams, ensuring consistent visual output across departments.
Freelance Designer & Art Director at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - June 13, 2024
Designed poster and catalogue for theatre production 'The Merchant in Venice'. Illustrated visuals for the Serendipity Exhibition focusing on safe-sex awareness and contributed to set dressing and spatial design. Built brand identity from scratch for iGaming Brand PEC.bet including iconography and liaised with developers for accurate implementation. Created pro bono poster and social media visuals for 'Id-Dar tal-Friefet' theatre production. Designed and coordinated print production of an artist booklet for a photography showcase.
Community Manager & Creative Liaison at Gamigo Group, Berlin
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Oversaw player communities while collaborating with art departments to create marketing assets. Supported campaign rollout, creative approvals, and cross-functional content development. Worked on visual asset requests, ensuring alignment with game branding.
Graphic Designer at SGM Educational Solutions, Berlin
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Designed presentations and websites for university programs. Maintained and updated WordPress websites, visual assets, and branding materials.
Junior Graphic Designer (Intern) at Daaahaus, Malta
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Contributed to branding, layout design, and print production support under senior designers.

Education

BA (hons) at MCAST Institute for Creative Arts, Malta
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
BA (hons) at MCAST Institute for Creative Arts, Malta
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
BA (hons) at MCAST Institute for Creative Arts, Malta
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
BA (hons) in Graphic Design at MCAST Institute for Creative Arts, Malta
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet