Luca De Battista
About Luca De Battista
Luca De Battista is a Lead Product Designer with over 15 years of experience in the design industry, currently working at ManoMano. He has held various design roles at notable companies, including Anaxago, Qonto, and Moleskine, and has collaborated with high-profile clients such as HBO and Apple.
Work at ManoMano
Luca De Battista currently holds the position of Lead Product Designer at ManoMano, a role he has occupied since 2022. He has been instrumental in building and shipping B2B design roadmaps, ensuring that product design aligns with business objectives. Previously, he served as a Senior Product Designer at the same company from 2020 to 2022, where he led a team of two product designers and collaborated with six feature teams. His work at ManoMano reflects his commitment to enhancing user experience and product functionality.
Education and Expertise
Luca De Battista has a strong educational background in design. He studied at the Università degli Studi di Padova, where he earned a Master's degree from 2000 to 2006. He furthered his expertise in interaction design at the University of California San Diego, completing a program in 2015 that lasted 11 months. Additionally, he attended the Scuola d'arte del Castello Sforzesco in Milan for 11 months in 2012. This diverse educational foundation supports his extensive experience in the design industry.
Background in Product Design
Luca De Battista has over 15 years of experience in the design industry, working with both startups and established firms. His career includes significant roles at various companies, including Anaxago, Qonto, Coinhouse, and Moleskine. At Moleskine, he worked as a Designer and Art Director for four years, contributing to the brand's visual identity. His experience spans multiple sectors, including fintech and e-commerce, showcasing his versatility and adaptability in product design.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Luca De Battista has held several key positions in product design. He worked at Anaxago as a Product Designer from 2015 to 2018, and at Coinhouse as a Lead Product Designer from 2018 to 2019. He also served as a Senior Product Designer at Qonto for eight months in 2019. His roles have involved collaborating with high-profile companies such as HBO, Apple, and Disney, demonstrating his ability to work on diverse and impactful projects.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current role at ManoMano, Luca De Battista leads a team of two product designers. He has experience managing design teams and coordinating with multiple feature teams to ensure cohesive product development. His leadership skills are evident in his ability to build design roadmaps and drive projects from concept to completion, contributing to the overall success of the organization.