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Valerio Calimici

Principal UX Designer at Smallpdf

Valerio Calimici has a diverse work experience, starting in 2004 as a Visual Designer and Video Editor for Fornari Spa. Valerio collaborated on the Urban Beauty Show event and worked on advertising campaigns and promotional events for the Fornarina brand. In 2006, they had an internship as a Web Designer at Drop Srl. In 2009, they worked as a Graphic Design Intern at Iceberg s.r.l, and also became a Graphic Design Tutor at Accademia di Belle Arti di Frosinone. In 2011, they worked as an Interaction and Visual Design Intern at Raureif GmbH, where they contributed to the design of the virtualwater app and other projects. From 2012 to 2016, they were a Senior Visual and Interaction Designer at Fjord Berlin, where they worked on various projects in industries such as automotive and banking. Since 2016, Valerio has been working at Smallpdf, initially as a Senior Visual and Interaction Designer and currently as the UX/UI Design Lead and Manager. Valerio has played a crucial role in the company's growth and success, leading the design direction across Smallpdf's products and helping drive customer satisfaction and business achievements.

Valerio Calimici began their education history by attending Liceo Scientifico from 2000 to 2005, where they pursued a High School degree with a focus on Mathematics and Science. In 2006, Valerio enrolled in Cine Studio School - Bologna and obtained a Diploma in Cinematography and Film/Video Production.

Continuing their studies, Valerio attended Accademia di belle Arti - Urbino from 2006 to 2008 to further specialize in Design and Visual Communications, General. However, no specific degree was mentioned for this period.

Valerio then pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Design and Visual Communications, General from Accademia di Belle Arti - Macerata, from 2008 to 2009.

Lastly, Valerio completed their education by obtaining a Master's degree in Design and Visual Communications, General from Università Iuav di Venezia, where they studied from 2010 to 2012.

Although the additional certifications of "Front-end Foundations" and "You, Me" from Code School were mentioned, no information was provided regarding the institution or the year these certifications were obtained.

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Timeline

  • Principal UX Designer

    May 1, 2022 - present

  • UX/UI Design Lead and Manager

    March, 2018

  • Senior Visual and Interaction Designer

    October, 2016