447 - Pedro Barroso

Pedro Barroso is a Brazilian designer and creative director based in Canada

Pedro Barroso is a designer and creative director who is focused on building the future of digital platforms, immersive experiences, and web3.

He is currently the Associate Creative Director at Monks.

With over a decade of experience, he has helped numerous brands including Google, Meta, Oculus, Complex, Electronic Arts, and Samsung in defining their digital footprint through impactful interactive experiences.

Twitter (X) → x.com/pedrohsbarroso
Instagram → instagram.com/pedrohbarroso
Threads → threads.net/@pedrohbarroso

Pedro's Workspace Tour

Desk & Office Items

Creative Tools/Software

  • Figma
  • Google Slides (lol)
  • Adobe Suite
  • Notion
  • Slack
  • Apple Music
  • ChatGPD
  • Post-it notes
  • Notepad / iPad (Sketching)

What is the most useful item in your workspace?

I would say that it's my iPad. As a creative, it's way easier for my brain to work visually. So during concepting or when I need to express ideas, I'm always sketching something. I even use it to plan projects and such, which is very handy.

How do you spark creativity?

I normally save and organize a bunch of references. You can find most of them on my savee. Additionally, I try to read and watch a lot of random stuff. I feel that most of the insights come from things outside my main field.

How do you manage work-life balance?

I have set hard boundaries for myself to avoid overworking, unless it's absolutely necessary. I used to suffer from burnout due to long work hours. Now, I prioritize my health and family more, especially since we have a baby on the way. My day usually starts at 6am, when I go to the gym. I normally start working at 9:30am. After 6pm, unless it's an emergency, I stop working and do something unrelated to work, such as cooking, gaming, watching a TV show, or playing soccer with some friends.

What do you think is the main benefit of remote work?

Since I don’t have to commute, I have a lot more time to focus on my personal life and family. This means I have more time to go to the gym, run errands, and improve my overall relationships with the people I love.
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