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Visual

Visual

DESIGNER

DESIGNER

Hey, I’m Leo — a visual designer who believes great design should spark curiosity and a sense of wonder.


I bring stories to life through bold visuals, playful details, and thoughtful strategy.
From brands to pixels, I’m here to make things that feel as good as they look.

Leo Costa — crafting visuals with instinct and intention.

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meet LEO

meet LEO

From Brazil to Canada — bold, curious design.

let’s work together

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ABOUT ME

With 16+ years in visual communication — from art direction to digital design — I’ve led campaigns, built brands, and explored the edge where creativity meets strategy. Now, I focus on visual design that’s bold, intentional, and sometimes a little unexpected. I love mixing hand-drawn ideas with tech, AI, and a good story.

MY mission

To design with intention, spark wonder, and tell stories that truly connect with people.

Transforming how brands express themselves across modern media.

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Driven by Curiosity

Driven by Curiosity

Driven by
Curiosity

The ideas, values, and creative fuel behind everything I make.
The ideas, values, and creative fuel
behind everything I make.

“The best work is the work you Are excited about.”

Rick Rubin

That excitement begins with curiosity — the kind that asks simple questions like “Who are you?” and listens closely to the answers.

For me, curiosity is the seed. When nurtured with empathy and attention to detail, it starts to grow. Little by little, what once felt abstract begins to take form — something thoughtful, unexpected, and alive.

Whether I’m designing for a client or telling my own story, I’m always looking for that spark — the moment something starts to grow and truly resonates.

creative
Services

creative
Services

What I can do for your brand, project, or next big thing.

DISCOVER

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ART DIRECTION

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ART DIRECTION

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ART DIRECTION

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

Creating clear, engaging visuals that communicate with impact — across digital and print.

CORE SKILLS

+ Marketing and campaign assets

+ Print and digital layouts

+ Strong use of typography and composition

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

Creating clear, engaging visuals that communicate with impact — across digital and print.

CORE SKILLS

+ Marketing and campaign assets

+ Print and digital layouts

+ Strong use of typography and composition

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

Creating clear, engaging visuals that communicate with impact — across digital and print.

CORE SKILLS

+ Marketing and campaign assets

+ Print and digital layouts

+ Strong use of typography and composition

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BRAND DESIGN

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BRAND DESIGN

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BRAND DESIGN

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CREATIVE CONSULTING

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CREATIVE CONSULTING

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CREATIVE CONSULTING

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journey

journey

A timeline of where I’ve been, what I’ve done, and who with.

2009 - PRESENT

AVANT BRANDS

2024 - present

senior visual designer

Crafted bold, compliant, and story-driven visuals for multiple cannabis brands in Canada. Led campaign design, packaging, and AI-enhanced content that stood out in a highly regulated space.

AVANT BRANDS

2024 - present

senior visual designer

Crafted bold, compliant, and story-driven visuals for multiple cannabis brands in Canada. Led campaign design, packaging, and AI-enhanced content that stood out in a highly regulated space.

AVANT BRANDS

2024 - present

senior visual designer

Crafted bold, compliant, and story-driven visuals for multiple cannabis brands in Canada. Led campaign design, packaging, and AI-enhanced content that stood out in a highly regulated space.

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OUTPROMO

2022 - 2024

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR

Developed national shopper marketing campaigns for top consumer brands. Balanced strategy and creativity to turn retail spaces into branded experiences that moved people (and product).

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OUTPROMO

2022 - 2024

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR

Developed national shopper marketing campaigns for top consumer brands. Balanced strategy and creativity to turn retail spaces into branded experiences that moved people (and product).

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OUTPROMO

2022 - 2024

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR

Developed national shopper marketing campaigns for top consumer brands. Balanced strategy and creativity to turn retail spaces into branded experiences that moved people (and product).

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INTEGER GROUP

2009 - 2021

ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Led multidisciplinary teams in concepting and executing 360° campaigns across digital, print, and retail. Focused on storytelling that blended emotion, insight, and visual impact.

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INTEGER GROUP

2009 - 2021

ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Led multidisciplinary teams in concepting and executing 360° campaigns across digital, print, and retail. Focused on storytelling that blended emotion, insight, and visual impact.

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INTEGER GROUP

2009 - 2021

ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Led multidisciplinary teams in concepting and executing 360° campaigns across digital, print, and retail. Focused on storytelling that blended emotion, insight, and visual impact.

MY TOOLBOX

MY TOOLBOX

The design tools and platforms I use to bring ideas to life.

My skillS

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ADOBE

Creative suite

Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign — my daily toolkit for everything from image retouching and layout to motion and brand storytelling.

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ADOBE

Creative suite

Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign — my daily toolkit for everything from image retouching and layout to motion and brand storytelling.

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ADOBE

Creative suite

Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign — my daily toolkit for everything from image retouching and layout to motion and brand storytelling.

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figma

DESIGN TOOL

My go-to for UI, prototyping, and clean collaboration. Design that moves fast, looks sharp, and makes sense.

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figma

DESIGN TOOL

My go-to for UI, prototyping, and clean collaboration. Design that moves fast, looks sharp, and makes sense.

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figma

DESIGN TOOL

My go-to for UI, prototyping, and clean collaboration. Design that moves fast, looks sharp, and makes sense.

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illustration

Story enhancer

By hand or digital, I use illustration to add warmth, personality, and storytelling to my work.

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illustration

Story enhancer

By hand or digital, I use illustration to add warmth, personality, and storytelling to my work.

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illustration

Story enhancer

By hand or digital, I use illustration to add warmth, personality, and storytelling to my work.

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BLENDER

3D playground

Where I experiment with lighting, texture, and form — crafting 3D visuals with depth and mood.

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BLENDER

3D playground

Where I experiment with lighting, texture, and form — crafting 3D visuals with depth and mood.

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BLENDER

3D playground

Where I experiment with lighting, texture, and form — crafting 3D visuals with depth and mood.

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let’s make cool stuff together.

If you’ve got a project that needs

bold visuals and good energy, I’m all in.

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let’s make cool stuff together.

If you’ve got a project that needs

bold visuals and good energy, I’m all in.

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let’s make cool stuff together.

If you’ve got a project that needs bold visuals and good energy, I’m all in.

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let’s make cool stuff together.

If you’ve got a project that needs

bold visuals and good energy, I’m all in.

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