It's not loud, but it lingers. Thoughtful, impactful, and made to last.

❶ I’m João Apolinário, an Art Director working remotely with brands in the US, Canada and Europe since 2011. My work is all about rhythm, space and purpose, a bit like slow cinema: quiet, intentional, and made to last.

❷ I’m objective, ambitious, and a little obsessed. I like to dive deep, push things further than expected, and make the work spark something in people, that pause, that wow.

❸ Let’s turn your vision into something people won’t forget. Reach out.

→ jmpa.pt@gmail.com

I SPECIALIZE IN

Branding & Packaging

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Strategy

Brand Positioning
Brand Architecture
Naming

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Branding

Visual Identity Design
Logos / Brand Symbols
Brand Guidelines
Iconography / Patterns

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Packaging

Packaging Design
Labels & Collaterals
Editorial / Books

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Environmental

Signage & Wayfinding
Branded Environments
Retail Design

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AND ALSO IN

Digital Environments

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Website/Mobile

UX/UI Design
Design Systems
Landing Pages

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Social Media

Art Direction
Content Design
Campaign Assets

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Mini Manifesto

❶ Think first, shape later. ❷ Clarity over noise. ❸ Every detail matters. ❹ Take your time. ❺ Go to sleep. ❻ Stay sharp, not busy. ❼ Trust builds good work.

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Have a project in mind, a new identity, a packaging concept, a brand that needs rethinking? Let's talk about where you want to take it.

jmpa.pt@gmail.com

© Apolinario Design 2011 - 2026.