Catia Carvalho

Catia is a multidisciplinary professional committed to empowering young creatives to craft sustainable careers for the future of work through MA/MSc Creative Industries Futures at ACM.

With a background in global design and a postgraduate degree in communications, she brings a wealth of experience in diverse sectors like design, branding, advertising and innovation. Her journey is marked by continuous learning, including specialised courses from institutions like Yale and Harvard in wellbeing and education leadership.

Beyond her professional roles, Catia is an accomplished visual artist, brand strategist and public speaker with published work by Springer. She explores themes such as lifelong learning, holistic development, interdisciplinary approaches, reflective practice and sustainable careers – challenging conventional views of talent.

As a mentor and educator, Catia extends her expertise to emerging graduates, guiding them through the complexities of personal, professional, and civic identities. Dedicated to shaping the futures of tomorrow’s creative leaders, Catia brings a passion for fostering career development and employability within the dynamic landscape of the creative industries.