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Daniel Leonardos

Assistant Professor

Department of Interior Architecture & Design

Daniel Leonardos is a holistic designer who strives to push the boundaries of brand interactions. His experience in design has been diverse from the start. He pursued a double major in Graphic and Industrial Design, held professional positions in both fields, and took on leadership roles in both private and public sectors in Brazil and the United States. He directed his focus to branding as a way to stay involved in all aspects of a project, tackling the bigger picture of a client’s challenge. Having worked with clients of all shapes and sizes, from local restaurants to city zoos and international airports, he seeks to create memorable experiences for audiences at every touch point.

His research focuses on ways to convey the value of design to exceed the expectations of both clients and users. During his MFA in Graphic Design, Daniel also received a Minor in Entrepreneurship to get a business perspective on persuasion skills. His goals are to develop more projects involving design entrepreneurship and the gamification of services.

Education

Master of Fine Arts, Graphic Design, University of Florida, 2018

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Universidade de Brasília, 2011

Teaching Areas

Brand Strategy & Visual Identity

Typography & Editorial Design

User Interface/User Experience Design

Motion Graphics

Design Thinking

Design Foundations

Portfolio Development

VR for the Social Good