GIANNI SCARPINO

EXPERIENCE

Xbox, Visual Designer, Player Experience Editorial and Loyalty Team | March 2021 - Present, Contract
Bridge between product and marketing teams to produce visuals that work across 3-ft and 10-ft experiences, viewed by millions of gamers worldwide.

Territory Global Agency, Mural.co, Communication Designer | August 2020 - March 2021, Contract
Write, design, and create engaging e-learning materials for Mural.co’s Imagination Lab. Create digital content for various clients for use across social channels and digital networks.

Nike, Communication Designer, Global Sales Nike.net Strategy Team | June 2019 - June 2020, Contract
Responsible for the creation and design of communications, presentations, collateral materials and event branding in support of the Nike Global Sales, DGTM Strategy team. Through the creation of high-impact presentations and communication tools, works collaboratively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to illustrate and articulate key business strategies and initiatives to convey the plan/vision across the organization.

Territory Global Agency, IHG Hotels and Resorts, Presentation Designer | April 2019 - May 2019, Contract
Storyboard, design, and cue visual presentations for high profile client for large volume B2B audience. Responsible for maintaining client feedback records, script changes, and visual perfection in high-intensity environment.

University of Pittsburgh, Communication and Design Manager, School of Education - Office of Child Development | August 2017 - March 2019
Development and implementation of effective content strategies, activities, and materials that improve both internal and external communications.

Freelance, Communication and Graphic Designer | September 2016 – August 2017
Projects Include: brand development, presentation design, logo development, content marketing, website consulting
Clients Include: University of Pittsburgh, Cross-Cultural Solutions, Create Studio, Worms Inc. Hong Kong, RIG Consulting, EVO Outreach

Mosaic, Inc., Design Manager | March 2014 – September 2016
Coordinated color and material pairings for luxury weddings and events nationwide. Managed events and visual displays through all stages of development: client meetings, sourcing, vendor coordination, and installation. Focused on textile, linen, and softgood products.

Gwenneth’s Shoe Repair, Assistant Cobbler | September 2013 – December 2013
Replaced heels, prepped outsoles, and polished uppers.

McGeary Floral and Event Design, Lead of Productions | March 2011 – July 2013
Designed and developed large scale products for special events. Focused on hardgood product design and installation.

EDUCATION

Architectural Studies, B.A., University of Pittsburgh. Cume Laude
Studio Arts., B.A., University of Pittsburgh. Magna Cume Lade
Fine Arts Studies, Florence University of the Arts, Florence, Italy
Color and Material Design, Pensole Footwear Academy, ASICStiger x Foot Locker x Pensole Competition, 2nd Place
Color and Material Design, Pensole Footwear Academy, Vibram x Pensole Class

EXPERTISE

Programs: Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Figma, Sketch (32307218-7464), PowerPoint, Keynote, Mural
Working Knowledge: Autodesk Fusion 360, Sketch-Up, AutoCAD/Inventor, Adobe Premier
Skills: Visual communication, creative leadership, design project management, creative strategy, data visualization, brand consistency, environmental graphics, content organization, presentation perfection, connecting words + images, collaboration, adaptability

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Microsoft Design Week, Presenter “Brand Love in Product: Starfield Launch” 2024
Pensole Design Academy, ASICS Tiger x Footlocker 2018, 2nd Place CMF Design
Pensole Design Academy, CMF Global Vibram scholarship, 2017

VOLUNTEER

AIGA Portland, Advisory Council, 2024-Present
AIGA Portland, Education Committee, Mentorship Program Chair, 2020-Present
Move Yinz, co-founder and brand designer, 2016-2017
Event Pros Take Action, volunteer and website manager, 2013-16

INTERESTS

Running, listening to podcasts, acrylic painting, keeping plants (mostly) alive, audiobook memoirs

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