Alisha Benner
BRANDING STRATEGIST CONSULTANT/
BRAND IDENTITY DESIGNER
ART DIRECTOR / DIGITAL MARKETING/
VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGNER
I started drawing at the age of five and continued until I was eighteen.
Then I asked myself an important question:
Do I simply want to draw — or do I want to create solutions that improve and solve real problems?
My answer was clear:
I wanted to create.
That decision led me into the world of Graphic and Visual Communication Design — a journey that took me across continents, from Tokyo to Florence.
Tokyo, Japan — 5 Years
Living, studying, and working in Japan shaped my design discipline.
I learned how branding mindset, visual precision, and business protocol work together to build meaningful brand value. In Japan, every detail has intention. Every element has its place.
Minimal, structured, and effective — this philosophy deeply influenced my design approach.
Florence, Italy — 2 Years
In Florence, I completed my B.A. in Visual Communication Design.
Italy taught me boldness. Emotional expression. The courage to go beyond limitations.
While Japan refined my structure, Italy expanded my creative instinct — breaking molds, challenging standards, and elevating design through intuition and cultural depth.
Now — Bangkok
This keeps your tone warm, strategic, and credible.
Today, I work as a freelance Brand Creator and Strategist based in Bangkok, collaborating with SMEs, founders, and emerging brands both locally and internationally.
I specialize in transforming ideas into clear brand strategies, visual identities, and storytelling systems — helping businesses build meaningful and consistent brand experiences.
My work spans across Health & Wellness, lifestyle, hospitality, and creative industries, where I combine strategic thinking with a deep appreciation for design, culture, and human connection.
With years of experience working across global contexts, I continue to evolve my practice — staying curious, thoughtful, and committed to creating work that carries both purpose and impact.
I look forward to creating something meaningful together.
Work experiences
Remote/ Based in Thailand
March 2014 - March 2017
(3 years)
FireOneOne co.,ltd
Digital Boutique Agency
Bangkok, Thailand
Brand Manager/ Digital Visual Designer/ Art Director
My role focused on shaping clients’ brand positioning and reputation, ensuring clear strategic direction and precise execution across digital solutions — aligned with the company’s motto as a Mobility Expert Partner.
I led branding strategies for new business development, digital transformation initiatives, and startup solutions.
Key responsibilities included:
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Developing business proposals and strategic presentations for corporate clients
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Creating visual concepts and defining design direction
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Designing UI/UX for mobile and web applications — from structural planning to final execution, with a strong focus on digital platforms
April 2017 - Present
Full-time
Freelance
Branding designer
Branding & Visual Communication Designer
Specializing in transforming business strategy into distinctive brand identity through visual communication.
Expertise
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Brand Strategy & Positioning
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Brand Identity Systems (CI/VI) — Logo design, Corporate & Visual Identity, Brand Guidelines, and Brand Playbooks
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Communication Strategy & Playbooks
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Art & Creative Direction for online and offline campaigns
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Packaging Design — from concept development to final execution
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Digital Media & Brand Solutions Consulting for small business owners
Additional Roles
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Part-time Branding Instructor for small businesses
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Guest Speaker (formerly at Wecosystem, now WeConnect)
Industry Experience
Providing branding and design services for small to mid-sized businesses across:
Luxury Business, Food & Beverage, Health & Beauty, Supplements, Medical, Sports, and Technology sectors.
Work experiences
Internationally on site
February 2013 - February 2014
(1 year)
Mediator
Joint-Ventor
Japanese-Thai
Design Media company
Based in Bangkok, Thailand-Tokyo, Japan
Media & Design Manager /Business Interpreter
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Japanese–Thai Business Coordinator, facilitating cross-cultural communication and strategic collaboration
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Media Designer overseeing digital content creation and management
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Graphic Designer for print publishing and advertising materials
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Led branding design for short-term Japanese investment projects entering the Bangkok market — supporting brand positioning and market testing for potential expansion
June 5 to July 27,
2012
(2 months)
Internship for
Visual Communication Designer
Based in Florence, Italy
Essedicom Srl, Emotional Design Company’s
Internship Program
Developed branding and key visual advertising concepts for small businesses in Florence during my internship — including bakeries, restaurants, children’s apparel catalogs, and fashion PR media.
Primarily focused on visual identity development and communication materials, translating brand concepts into cohesive and impactful visual systems.
April 2005 -
August 2008
(3 years)
Contemporary Planning Center
Design Office
Based in Tokyo, Japan
Graphic Designer/ Brand Strategist Assistant
Supported a property developer in conceptualizing retail shop brands for department stores across Tokyo and other regions in Japan.
Worked as a Graphic Designer, producing both print and digital materials for company-owned café and restaurant brands, including:
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Leaflets, flyers, brochures, and direct mail (DM)
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Menus and advertising posters
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Website design and digital assets
Contributed to building cohesive brand presence across physical and digital touchpoints.
