Briana Garelli🇩🇪

About Briana Garelli

Independent Design Consultant & Creative Partner at Briana Garelli Studio

Hey there, I’m Bri. I’m an independent design consultant & creative partner with 14 years in the design industry. I work across different areas of creative design, from branding, digital, product design and illustration.

Over the past decade, I’ve collaborated with startups, creative teams and global organizations to shape thoughtful brands, products and digital experiences from early concept through launch and iteration. I combine systems thinking, visual craft and AI-assisted workflows to create experiences that feel human, intentional and emotionally resonant within increasingly technological environments.

I’ve been mentoring new designers and recent graduates since 2019. We can chat about anything going on in your design career: from portfolio review and feedback, guiding you through Figma or other platforms, or offering career and industry advice. I got you!

Expertise

Sessions with Briana Garelli

• Quick Intro Call (15 min): Would you like to see if I’m the right fit for you as a mentor? Book a 15-min free call with me to get to know each other and see how I could help you with your goals.
• Express Mentorship Session (30 min): An all-hands mentorship session where we can chat about your current work, ask for career advice, tips and tools of the trade, or just share experiences in the design field. Great for specific questions and basic guidance. If you’re looking to get feedback on your portfolio, please pick that specific session on my profile.
• Portfolio Review Intensive (50 min): Need someone to look at your portfolio and give you honest, actionable and personable feedback on your projects and presentation that feels specific to you and your goals? I give you what no AI robot can: advice based on my personal experience as a design teacher and team lead, my tailored design eye sharpened over many years in the industry, and perhaps most importantly, a friendly approach which will both motivate and challenge you. Over 3 spaced-out sessions, we’ll work together to improve how you present your work and end with a beautiful portfolio you’ll be excited to showcase.
• Express Portfolio Review (45 min): Need someone to take a look at your portfolio and give you honest, personable and expert design advice in one call? I’ve looked at hundreds of portfolios in my design career, have excellent taste and my writing background helps us identify together what’s working and what’s not. In one meeting, I’ll give you feedback on your design presentation, case studies and CV, so you can walk away with valuable notes for improvements.

What mentees say

“Briana did an excellent job at reviewing my portfolio and walking me through ways that I can improve. Definitely changed my perspective on how I was representing myself. She was very patient and helpful!”

“I had a great session. Briana is very helpful, attentive and took me to realize other possibilities to reach my intended goals.”

“Agradezco mucho el tiempo y atención que Briana me ofreció en esta conversación. Su perspectiva me ayudó para tener más confianza y entusiasmo en mi cambio de carrera; volveré a buscar su ayuda en cuanto haya trabajado los puntos que ella me recomendó. Muchas gracias Briana!”