Portfolio - Enrico Armenia Web Designer

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EU Cross-Border Ambassador (DG REGIO)

Program Interreg / DG REGIO
Mandate 6 Months (2025 – 2026)
Role EU Cross-Border Ambassador
Location Italy – Slovenia Border
Focus Youth Mobility & Social Inclusion
Deliverables Policy Article & Video Storytelling

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6-Month Mandate | Italy-Slovenia Border

As a Cross-Border Ambassador for the European Commission (DG REGIO), I actively promoted cross-border cooperation between Italy and Slovenia. My mandate focused on youth participation, social inclusion, and intercultural dialogue, bridging the gap between institutional policy and local communities

Strategy

Policy Analysis & Research: I authored an in-depth article titled “Invisible Barriers: Social and Linguistic Gaps among Youth in Italy and Slovenia” published on the official Futurium platform. The work demonstrated critical thinking and the ability to communicate complex policy issues to an international audience

Design

Digital Storytelling: I led the production and editing of a video project featuring interviews with young people and stakeholders. This project combined a user-centered narrative approach with professional audiovisual communication

User Experience

Public Speaking & Advocacy: In December 2025, I served as a speaker at a joint presentation in Brussels, focusing on youth employability, cross-border skills, and labor market challenges

Read the article on Futurium https://futurium.ec.europa.eu/en/border-focal-point-network/library/invisible-barrier-social-and-linguistic-gaps-among-youth-italy-and-slovenia

Watch the project on YouTube

Mr. Armenia consistently demonstrated strong digital communication and design skills, initiative, and a proactive professional attitude. I strongly recommend him for professional roles in digital communication, UX/UI design, and international initiatives
Simona Pohlova
Acting Head of Unit, DG Regional and Urban Policy

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GlobalVintageLab: Mastering Niche Multi-Channel E-commerce

GlobalVintageLab: Mastering Niche Multi-Channel E-commerce

Through a wide variety of mobile applications, we’ve developed a unique visual system and strategy that can be applied across the spectrum of available applications.

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Social Media Strategy

I manage the brand’s full visual and informative identity. This includes high-macro photography to ensure the authenticity and condition of collectables, as well as crafting detailed, multilingual technical descriptions. The design approach is centred on building trust—essential in the philatelic and numismatic markets—ensuring that every listing meets the rigorous standards of global experts.

E-commerce

A robust, end-to-end operational system that covers the entire supply chain: from inventory acquisition and listing optimisation to international logistics and customer relations. By integrating secure payment flows and professional shipping management, I successfully scaled the business to serve a diverse European customer base, maintaining high feedback ratings across all marketplaces.

I developed a comprehensive business model for the international trade of collectables (stamps, coins, and vintage postcards). The strategy focuses on high-precision sourcing and multi-channel positioning. By identifying rare items and leveraging platforms like Delcampe, Etsy, and Subito.it, I established a digital gateway to connect local vintage finds with collectors across Italy and Europe.

https://www.delcampe.net/it/collezionismo/negozio/GlobalVintageLab

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Knygumanija: Digitising Literary Culture in Lithuania

Knygumanija: Digitising Literary Culture in Lithuania

Company Skuodas Public Library (R. Granausko viešoji biblioteka)
Services Web Design · Social Media Strategy · Localization
Location Skuodas, Lithuania
Platform WordPress

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Custom UI/UX Design

I designed and built a custom WordPress site with a “minimalist library” aesthetic to ensure focus on the text. Collaborating with local team members, I managed the UI localisation into Lithuanian, ensuring the interface was intuitive for native speakers while maintaining a clean, modern design.

Solution

The result was Knygumanija, a bilingual literary portal created from scratch. This project demonstrated my ability to lead the entire design lifecycle—from UX wireframing to final localised execution—in a foreign linguistic and cultural environment

During my European Solidarity Corps in Lithuania, I conceived a digital platform to promote reading culture. I developed a content strategy that bridged my international perspective with local interests, focusing on making literary reviews accessible and engaging for a niche community.

My Role (Developed from Scratch):

I designed and developed the entire digital presence for this project using WordPress, focusing on creating an emotional and seamless user experience for a global audience.

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Riccardo Zancano | High Jewelry Digital Heritage

Riccardo Zancano | High Jewelry Digital Heritage

Platform Custom WordPress installation.
Location Trieste, Italy

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Brand Identity Creation

Developed the artist’s first-ever digital presence from scratch, translating his physical craftsmanship into a sophisticated online gallery.

WordPress Development

Built a clean, elegant website focused on high-quality visual storytelling to match the luxury nature of the jewelry.

Content Curation

Organised the artist’s portfolio of works into a structured digital archive, making his world-class awards and exhibitions accessible to a global audience.

Macro-Photography & Visual Precision

Photographing high jewelry is one of the hardest tasks in visual arts due to reflections and the scale of the objects.

Result: A visual catalog that allows potential collectors to perceive the tactile quality of the gold and the brilliance of the stones from a screen.

Action: I directed and executed the product photography, focusing on “macro” details to show the perfection of the settings and the purity of the gemstones.

Minimalist UX for Maximum Impact

For an artist of this caliber, the website must “disappear” to let the art speak.

Design Choice: I chose a minimalist, high-contrast WordPress architecture. Using plenty of white space and elegant typography, I ensured that the vibrant colors of the gems were the absolute protagonists of the user experience.
Navigation: I structured the portfolio by “Collections” and “Awards,” making it easy for international galleries and curators to verify Zancano’s professional milestones.

Storytelling: From the Bench to the Gallery

I didn’t just show the finished product. I wanted to tell the story of the “Maestro.”

Content: I curated the narrative of his creative process, integrating his biography, his gemological expertise, and his philosophy. This transformed the site from a simple gallery into a Digital Museum of his career.

Technical Execution (2017 Launch)

Platform: Custom WordPress installation.
SEO: Initial indexing for “Master Jeweler Trieste” and “Artistic Jewelry Italy,” ensuring the site appeared in searches by international collectors.
Legacy: This site served as the primary digital touchpoint for the artist during his most prolific years of international awards.

Enrico was able to capture the essence of my work, translating the brilliance of my gems into a digital experience that speaks to the world.

Riccardo Zancano

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Casa Grotta Narrante | Full-Stack Web Development & Digital Storytelling

Casa Grotta Narrante | Full-Stack Web Development & Digital Storytelling

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Custom UI/UX Design

Built a visually-driven interface that reflects the magical, historic atmosphere of the Matera caves, ensuring the website acts as a virtual preview of the physical experience.

Multilingual Architecture

Implemented a robust English/Italian system to capture and convert international tourism traffic, crucial for a UNESCO-protected destination.

Booking & Conversion Optimisation

Integrated a streamlined reservation and contact system to drive direct bookings and reduce dependency on third-party platforms like Booking.com.

Casa Grotta Narrante is a prestigious cultural and hospitality destination located in the heart of the Sassi di Matera. It is a unique “Cave House” museum and luxury guest suite that offers an immersive journey into ancient traditions, blending historical preservation with modern storytelling. Matera, Italy (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

My Role (Developed from Scratch):

I designed and developed the entire digital presence for this project using WordPress, focusing on creating an emotional and seamless user experience for a global audience.

The project successfully established a direct digital channel for international tourists, enhancing the brand’s visibility in the luxury travel sector.”

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Lead Web Developer & Content Creator (First International Project)

Lead Web Developer & Content Creator (First International Project)

Role Lead Web Developer & Content Creator (First International Project)
Location Auckland, New Zealand

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From Zero to Launch

Developed the organisation’s very first digital presence, transforming an offline community into a structured online platform

International Design Standards

Designed a modern, clean WordPress site tailored to the New Zealand market, ensuring it met the high standards of a global brand like Slow Food.

English Content Management

Entirely responsible for the copywriting, layout, and visual organisation in English, demonstrating full professional fluency and cross-cultural communication skills.

Slow Food Auckland is the regional chapter of the global Slow Food International movement, based in New Zealand’s largest city. This non-profit organization is dedicated to promoting “good, clean, and fair food” by supporting local producers, biodiversity, and sustainable food education. They connect a vibrant community of chefs, farmers, and food enthusiasts committed to preserving traditional food cultures and the environment.

This project marked my transition into international web development. Working in Auckland allowed me to adapt my design sensibilities to a diverse, global audience and master professional communication in a native English-speaking environment