Hi, I am Francesca: a Senior Graphic Designer. My areas of expertise span across Branding, Packaging and Exhibition Design. I now specialised in all things book creation and typesetting. I enjoy encapsulate the essence of an author's writing and bring it to life on pages, and I pride myself on my perseverance and eye for details.
I have experienced in creating:
- Books
- Reference Manuals
- Annual Reports (including data visualisation and infographics)
- Typesetting
If you would like to see more examples of my project, visit:
francescamangiaracina.com
I am always interested in working on exciting new projects.
Skills:
Adobe ID/PS/AI/Acrobat (5+ yrs)
Editorial Design (4 yrs)
Cover Design (5+ yrs)
Layout/Grid system Design (4 yrs)
Typesetting (3 yrs)
Pagination (4 yrs)
Typography (5+ yrs)
Bookbinding (5+ yrs)
Packaging Design (4 yrs)
Production/Artwork (5+ yrs)
Branding/Corporate (5+ yrs)
Project management & organisational skills (5+ yrs)
Projects
- Coffee and CigarettesThis book is a visual interpretation of Jim Jarmusch’s Film of the same name. The movie itself was not conceived as a film but rather an exercise of style. The book aims to reinterpret the essence of Jarmusch’s art beyond its meaning. Its richness is hidden in its complex simplicity, and it is translated into different levels using materials, dialogues, colours and flexible use of the layout. Self-directed
Work history
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Book and Graphic Designer | TypesetterFreelance
- London, United KingdomFreelance
- I manage the design, typeset, photo retouch and repro for a magazine, bids, a limited edition of a self-published book and the new edition of a publication for The British Library which became a Best Seller.
- I art directed the Visual Identity (digital/print) including photo shooting for francescamangiaracina.com.
- I provide expert support to start-ups to build a solid brand presence.
- I also took maternity leave and during this time I run, art directed and adequately managed an interior design project for a private residence that successfully brought a 45% increase in value.
Senior Graphic DesignerInterstate Creative Partners
- London, United KingdomFull Time
- I was in charge of the interior design and typesetting of the book 5 O’clock Apron from concept to the final stage as well as overseeing the photo-shooting, ensuring continuity with the internal layout.
- I supported the creative team in designing the BBC Good Food cover series.
- I designed, and art directed a variety of projects from concept stage to completion, including typesetting books, annual reports, brochures and various marketing materials on schedule, cost-effectively ensuring high-quality standards.
- I led a high creative input to the team and managed 2 junior designers.
- I acted as the main point of contact for clients and suppliers exceeding expectations.
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Skills
- Book Design
- Editorial Design
- Print Design
- Packaging Design
- Adobe Indesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Cover Design
- Brand Identity
- Brand Design
Education
MA Book DesignUniversity of Reading
- Reading, United Kingdom
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MA Communication DesignPolytechnic University of Milan
- Milan, Italy
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