Hi, I'm Manuela di Benedetto, an experienced Art Director based in Bologna. With a background in graphic design and illustration, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with various agencies and studios, shaping creative digital and print projects. I am passionate about blending traditional and digital arts to create compelling visual narratives that engage audiences. Over the years, I have honed my skills using the Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, managing projects both as a freelancer and within structured teams. Co-founding Collettivo Scusa Studio has enabled me to steer innovative concepts while continuously learning and evolving in the dynamic world of design and communication. Here's my portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

manuela di benedetto

Hi, I'm Manuela di Benedetto, an experienced Art Director based in Bologna. With a background in graphic design and illustration, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with various agencies and studios, shaping creative digital and print projects. I am passionate about blending traditional and digital arts to create compelling visual narratives that engage audiences. Over the years, I have honed my skills using the Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, managing projects both as a freelancer and within structured teams. Co-founding Collettivo Scusa Studio has enabled me to steer innovative concepts while continuously learning and evolving in the dynamic world of design and communication. Here's my portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Hi, I’m Manuela di Benedetto, an experienced Art Director based in Bologna. With a background in graphic design and illustration, I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with various agencies and studios, shaping creative digital and print projects. I am passionate about blending traditional and digital arts to create compelling visual narratives that engage audiences.

Over the years, I have honed my skills using the Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, managing projects both as a freelancer and within structured teams. Co-founding Collettivo Scusa Studio has enabled me to steer innovative concepts while continuously learning and evolving in the dynamic world of design and communication.

Here’s my portfolio: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Advanced
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director at Extera (collaborazione freelance)
February 28, 2025 - July 18, 2025
Freelance collaboration handling art direction for various campaigns and projects in San Marino.
Art Director at Digital Paths
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading creative direction and management of design projects, ensuring high-quality digital and editorial visual outputs.
Art Director at COLT adv (collaborazione freelance)
December 31, 2023 - July 18, 2025
Freelance art direction focusing on advertising creative design in Bergamo.
Graphic Designer at Mate Agency (collaborazione freelance)
December 31, 2022 - July 18, 2025
Graphic design freelance work focusing on digital and print media for clients in Torino.
Art Director at MEP
December 31, 2021 - July 18, 2025
Oversaw art direction projects delivering creative content in Bologna.
Art Director/Co-founder at Collettivo Scusa Studio
January 1, 2021 - Present
Leading artistic vision and co-founding the studio, managing creative projects across Torino and Lanciano.
Graphic Designer/Illustratrice at Garrincha Dischi
December 31, 2019 - July 18, 2025
Graphic design and illustration services for media in Bologna.
Graphic Designer at Edera Production Studio
December 31, 2017 - July 18, 2025
Developed graphic designs and visual content for studio clients in Torino.

Education

Diploma at Scuola Internazionale di Comics - Accademia delle Arti Figurative e digitali
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Maturità Classica at Liceo Classico Statale Vittorio Emanuele II
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Meta Certified Digital Marketing Associate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
First Certificate in English (FCE)
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Consumer Goods