About Cristiano
Hi, I'm Cris. An international creator with 18+ years of experience working across Brazil and Europe, collaborating with global brands and leading multidisciplinary teams.
My approach is simple: design should carry meaning and deliver impact.
I work at the intersection of design, culture, and strategy, using design as a cultural tool to create work that resonates with people and performs commercially.
Across branding, graphic design, packaging, art direction, and retail, I’ve worked with brands such as the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Budweiser, Stella Artois, Disney, and others in both Brazil and Europe building cohesive systems that help brands stand out, connect, and stay relevant in competitive markets.
Design with meaning. Built for impact.
English
Native or bilingual
Portuguese
Native or bilingual
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- Cris Faluba Design AmsterdamCreative DirectorNovember 2023 - Today (2 years and 7 months)Amsterdam, NetherlandsSince 2023, I've been leading my own studio, partnering with creative businesses, brands, and agencies across Brazil and Europe. With roots in top global agencies, I blend Brazilian energy with European aesthetic, elevating standout projects, supporting daily workflows, and helping teams win pitches with impact.
- Design BridgeSenior DesignerAugust 2022 - October 2023 (1 year and 2 months)Amsterdam, NetherlandsWorking at one of the most renowned design agencies in the world along with a network of talented designers, my work at Design Bridge and Partners is focused on FMCG packaging, retail and graphic design from some of the world's best known brands, building brand value by delivering creative storytelling with marketing effectiveness.
- SuperHeroes AMS | NYC | SGPSenior DesignerMay 2021 - September 2022 (1 year and 4 months)Amsterdam, NetherlandsTogether with the best heroes in the Netherlands and New York, I had the mission to save the world against boring design. As a Senior Designer, I worked with some powerful global brands like Lenovo, Netflix and MG Motors, with the focus to see beyond the regular ideas and bring something new and fresh to GenZ's audience.
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Education
- Advertising & DesignUNI-BH - Brazil2003During my studies, I explored the power of combining art direction and design as a strategic tool to elevate brands and products to their highest potential. I developed a web-like, multidisciplinary approach as the foundation of my work, learning core design disciplines such as branding, art direction, digital design, packaging, and motion — all interconnected to effectively solve client challenges. Alongside my degree, I completed a short course in Photography, expanding my visual language and strengthening my aesthetic and storytelling skills.