Francesco, creative director for spatial computing, speculative design, & more

I’m a creative director for Extended Reality (XR) technologies. I supervise education for spatial computing, game design, and gamification at the University of Naples Federico II’s Apple Developer Academy. Since winning a call for industry professionals in 2016, I’ve been involved in crucial roles such as curriculum design for visual design and user experience, teaching, classroom management, tutoring, mentoring, and supervising participants within the CBL training project. Throughout my eight-year tenure at the Apple Developer Academy, I’ve been fortunate to contribute to the success of our flagship program on a global scale. One of the milestones I’m particularly proud of is the creation and authorship of the first original-ever pedagogy curriculum for Game Design. This curriculum encapsulates a holistic approach to game development that integrates gameplay testing, art direction, and narrative storytelling to create captivating and memorable gaming experiences. It was a collaborative effort, and I’m humbled to have shaped educational resources for aspiring developers. With more than 15 years of experience in design methodologies, I collaborate with external partners and stakeholders, offering guidance on design direction, crafting narratives, and ensuring technical feasibility—infusing real-world insights into our learning process, particularly in immersive experiences and speculative design. I also represent these innovative educational approaches in various forums, including events, talks, conventions, and publications. My objective is to broaden my impact by generating insightful essays, hosting workshops, and creating graphic art that delves into the complexities of spatial computing and its myriad applications. As I set my sights on my future aspirations, I am filled with anticipation for the possibilities of advancing education, professional training, and consulting in spatial computing. Lifelong learner, author, cartoonist.

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via non-adhesive car stickers and Augmented Reality (OpenGL technologies) experienes in café, restaurant, bistro and pubs.