Akemi Kanegusuku

I’m a Brazilian designer with over a decade of experience across brand identity systems, graphic design and art direction, operating at the intersection of branding, communication, and advertising. After building a hybrid practice over the years, I’ve solidified my focus back to design as my main expertise, the foundation of my training and where I deliver the most impact and distinct point of view.

I hold a degree in Industrial Design, with part of my studies completed in the Communication Design (BFA) program at Parsons The New School for Design. I began my career focused on identity systems, developing a strong foundation in design fundamentals and typography. Since then, I’ve expanded into hybrid roles bridging design and art direction, working on complex communication challenges across organizations ranging from boutique studios like REBU to global network agencies such as FLAGCX, CUBOCC and SOKO (now part of Droga5), delivering global excellence work trusted by Google, Netflix, Audi, Itaú, Natura, and many more.

For the past two and a half years, I’ve been the first Design Lead at 404 Innovation Studio, leading key design and branding projects for global clients, while also helping to mentor and structure the design team from the ground up.