[ P O R T F O L I O ]
VALENTIN
POULAIN
FROM PARIS · DESIGN STUDENT, LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP
VALENTIN
ABOUT ME
LET'S WORK TOGETHERFROM PARIS - DESIGN STUDENT, LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP
[ ABOUT ME ]
Valentin Poulain, 20 years old, currently in my third year of Industrial Design at Strate School of Design, specializing in Identity Design. Curious and passionate, I believe all forms of design feed each other, which is why I remain drawn to UX and product design alongside my specialization. What drives me every day is understanding a project's potential in order to better reveal its essence.
THIRD YEAR AT STRATE SCHOOL OF DESIGN, SPECIALIZING IN IDENTITY DESIGN
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2025
ENTERED SECOND YEAR AT STRATE DESIGN COLLEGE
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2024 – 2025
PREPARATORY CLASS FOR ART AND DESIGN SCHOOLS
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2023 – 2024
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OBTAINED
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2023
[ MY MISSION ]
My mission is to uncover the true potential of each project by crafting design solutions that are both meaningful and visually striking.
EXPERIENCE
Each of these experiences has helped me grow as a designer from hands-on projects to real-world collaborations.
L'APPARTEMENT PARISIEN
PARIS · ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ASSISTANT INTERN
Luxury and cosmetics-focused DA agency. Involved in product design, branding, art direction, working across visual identity, packaging and creative campaigns for high-end clients.
STUDIO BRYO
HYBRID IN PARIS · GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ART DIRECTOR
Collaborated with Studio Bryo on several design projects spanning graphics, events and spaces. Involved in creating artistic directions and identities for the companies they work with.
FLORENCE DORÉ
PARIS · EVENT HOST
Working as an event host for Florence Doré agency on high-profile fashion and luxury events. Clients include Chanel, Dior, Hermès and many others · guest reception, VIP coordination and on-site execution at Paris Fashion Week and beyond.
EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD
PARIS · ARTISTIC DIRECTOR ASSISTANT INTERN
Assisted the Art Director on branding and communication projects · photo shoots, rebranding meetings, coordination with print professionals, and material quality choices for corporate communication.
FAVOURITE
STACK
Explore my curated top design picks
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
VISUAL DESIGN
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere Pro. Comfortable with motion design through After Effects. From visual identity to print layout and video editing.
FIGMA
DESIGN TOOL
UI prototyping, component systems and collaborative design. Used for wireframing, interface design and interactive prototypes.
KEYSHOT
3D DESIGN TOOL
Photorealistic rendering with advanced material and lighting control. Used for product visualization and high-quality presentation images.
RHINO 3D
3D DESIGN TOOL
3D modeling, surfacing and product design. Experienced with rendering workflows and material setup for realistic product visualization.
BLENDER
3D & RENDERING
Advanced modeling, product visualization, animation and scene composition. Comfortable with materials, lighting and full rendering pipelines.
SELECTED PROJECTS
[ W O R K S ]
BRUTE
Product Design & Identity
DEVIALET VORTEX
Product Design & Brand Identity
RED SPARKS
Product Design & Packaging
EKO BAR
Branding & Art Direction
ARC'TERYX FLAGSHIP
Concept Store & Spatial Design
MINIAMOUR
Signage & Art Direction
SERVICES
Everything starts with research and intentional thinking. Design isn't just about aesthetics, it's about understanding, questioning, and building ideas that meet real needs. From strategy to execution, I shape creative solutions that connect with users and bring value through :
I craft visual identities that express the soul of a brand with clarity and impact.
[ KEY FEATURES ]
- Logo creation & brand guidelines
- Visual storytelling
- Naming & brand positioning
( 01 )
I create compelling graphic pieces, print or digital, that communicate with precision and style.
[ KEY FEATURES ]
- Editorial & publication design
- Poster & print design
- Typography & layout
( 02 )
I design physical and industrial products that balance form and function, guided by user needs and material logic.
[ KEY FEATURES ]
- Concept & form development
- Ergonomics & usability
- Prototyping & iteration
( 03 )
I design intuitive digital interfaces and experiences that are both beautiful and easy to navigate.
[ KEY FEATURES ]
- Wireframing & prototyping
- UI systems & design tokens
- User research & testing
( 04 )
HOW DO I WORK ?
DISCOVER MY WORK METHOD
[ 01 ]
ANALYSIS & UNDERSTANDING
Before any creative decision, I start by deeply analyzing the brief. I identify the key needs, constraints, and context to fully understand the problem. This phase is essential to align the project with its purpose and audience.
[ 02 ]
CONCEPT & STRATEGY
Based on the insights gathered, I develop a solid creative direction and strategic approach. This is where the project gains meaning and coherence · everything starts to take shape conceptually.
[ 03 ]
DESIGN & EXECUTION
Once the concept is validated, I translate it into a clear, functional, and visually compelling design. Every detail is considered to ensure consistency, impact, and user experience.
MOTIVATION
THE JOURNEY OF CREATIVE INSPIRATION
What motivates me in every project is the opportunity to create something meaningful and memorable. I care deeply about the idea of purpose: not just making things look good, but designing visual proposals that tell a story and carry a clear intention.
My approach is both thoughtful and intuitive · I take the time to listen, experiment, and refine. My goal is to create experiences that catch the eye, spark curiosity, and leave a lasting impression.
"DESIGN IS NOT JUST WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE AND FEELS LIKE.
DESIGN IS HOW IT WORKS." STEVE JOBS.
LET'S MAKE YOUR
DESIGN SHINE
"COLLABORATE WITH ME TO CRAFT EXCEPTIONAL DESIGNS
THAT REFLECT YOUR UNIQUE VISION."
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