Julia Petretta
About Julia Petretta
Julia Petretta is an Experience Design Lead at Thoughtworks in Chicago, Illinois, with a multi-disciplinary design approach that encompasses communication design, spatial branding, and wayfinding projects. She has extensive experience in managing design projects for global transport and sporting events, having worked in various design roles across multiple countries since 2011.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Julia Petretta has been serving as the Experience Design Lead at ThoughtWorks since 2019. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she has contributed to various projects over her five-year tenure. Her role involves leading design initiatives that enhance user experiences, leveraging her multi-disciplinary design approach.
Previous Experience in Design
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Julia worked at several organizations in various design roles. She was a Service Designer at Sparck for five months in 2019 and served as a Senior Designer at Designwerk for one month in 2014. Additionally, she held the position of Associate at Populous from 2015 to 2018, where she gained significant experience in design coordination.
Education and Expertise
Julia Petretta studied at the University of Reading, where she earned a Master of Arts in Design from 2008 to 2009. She also completed her Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communications at the University of Applied Sciences Mannheim, Germany, from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in design planning, coordination, and project management.
Project Management Experience
Julia possesses extensive experience in managing design projects from concept through implementation. She has worked on various high-profile projects, including her role as Senior Look Consultant for the Baku 2015 European Games Operation Committee and as Last Mile Wayfinding Coordinator for the London 2012 Olympics. Her ability to manage details while maintaining a broader perspective is a key aspect of her project management skills.
Skills in Design and Coordination
Julia has a multi-disciplinary design approach that integrates communication design, spatial branding, and wayfinding projects. Her strong skills in design planning and coordination enable her to effectively oversee complex projects, ensuring that all elements align with the overall vision. She has worked on communication design projects for global transport and sporting events, showcasing her versatility in the design field.