Sebastiano
Develli
Strategic Foresight ×
Transportation Design
Profile
I am a strategic designer working across automotive and mobility, combining product vision, brand intent and long term business logic to shape meaningful design outcomes.
At AVATR Global Design Center in Munich, I guide early product definition, concept direction and portfolio positioning. My work brings together design, strategy and planning to establish clear decision structures for future AVATR products. I focus on insight driven opportunities, competitive positioning and the strategic alignment between European and Chinese teams.
Before joining AVATR, I shaped early phase design strategy at BMW Group across BMW, MINI, Rolls Royce and BMW Motorrad. I linked design direction with technology planning, market insights and product development, supported by trend research, AI based analysis and cross functional coordination.
Earlier in my career, I designed motorcycles at KISKA for KTM, Husqvarna and CFMoto, developing concepts from sketch to production. This hands on design foundation strengthens my ability to connect strategic thinking with practical execution.
My time in the Austrian Armed Forces added resilience, clarity and fast decision making in demanding situations.
I approach every project with a holistic mindset that balances creativity with strategic relevance. My focus is on shaping mobility experiences that are visionary, grounded and aligned with the future of global automotive design.
Experience
Avatr
Design Strategist | 2025 – Present
Lead strategic framing for early concepts and product definition
Shape portfolio positioning and long term product direction
Direct insight programs that influence studio decision making
Coordinate strategic alignment with design and business teams in Europe and China
Translate market, tech and user analysis into clear strategic priorities
Deliver executive ready narratives and strategic recommendations
BMW Group
Design Strategist | 2023 – 2025
Design strategy for BMW, Mini, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad
Aligning brand, technology, and product roadmaps
Synergies between design and product planning, ensuring holistic vehicle development
Benchmarking, trend analysis, and market research for strategic decision-making
Team leadership and management, driving collaboration across design, strategy, and engineering
Integration of AI-driven processes to enhance design workflows and efficiency
KISKA
2-Wheel Design Intern | 2022
Motorcycle design for KTM, Husqvarna, and CFMoto, from concept to production
Development of technical accessories and support for supplier project management (SPM)
Focus on brand identity, functionality, and engineering feasibility
Fast-paced agency environment, handling multiple projects under tight deadlines
Defense Forces Member
Private First Class (Team Management & Coordination) | 2021 – 2022
Team coordination and logistics in high-pressure environments
Development of problem-solving, leadership, and resilience through structured military training
Adaptation to challenging scenarios, improving decision-making and teamwork
Filmatelier Mils
Post Production & Advertising Materials | 2016
Post-production work and creation of advertising materials
Proacteam Basel
Medical Graphics Department | 2015
Graphic support for medical illustrations and documentation
Pixelknecht Innsbruck
Post Editing for Viking | 2015
Post-production and editing for Viking-related projects
TKV Rum
Restructuring of Postcard Database | 2015
Organization and structuring of postcard archives
Education &
Certificates
SRH UNIVERSITY
M.A. Design Management | 2024 – Present
Istituto Europeo di Design Torino
B.A. Transportation Design | 2018 – 2021
HTL Bau und Design Innsbruck
Graphic & Communication Design | 2013 – 2018
Adolf Pichler Platz Innsbruck
High School | 2009 – 2013
Elementary School Innere Stadt Innsbruck
German / Italian Program | 2005 – 2009
Elementary School Basiglio/Milano
2003 – 2005
Project Management Specialization | 2024
Coursera
Brand Management | 2023
Universitá Bocconi
Fashion & Luxury Management | 2023
TOEFL
iBT English C1+ (111/120) | 2021
Competencies
Design & Strategy Expertise
Automotive & Transportation Design
Motorcycle Design
Exterior & Interior Vehicle Design
Future Mobility & AI-Integrated Design
Market Research & Trend Analysis
Brand Strategy & Product Planning
UX/UI & Digital Experience Design
Visualization & High-Quality Design Execution
Concept Development & Feasibility Analysis
Creative & Technical Skills
Graphic & Communication Design
Sketching & Illustration
Clay & 3D Modeling
Rendering & Visualization
Post-Production & Advertising Materials
Design Process Optimization & Team Leadership
Collaboration Across Strategy, Design & Engineering
Software & Tools
Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, etc.)
Alias AutoStudio & VRED
Blender
Maya & Arnold
Figma
Office 365
Mac & Windows Environments
AI-Driven Design Processes
Additional Experience
High-Pressure Environments (Military, Agency, Corporate Settings)
Interdisciplinary Team Leadership & Management
Cross-Functional Synergies Between Design & Product Planning
Languages
German (Native/Fluent)
Italian (Native/Fluent)
English (Professional Fluency C1+)
Licenses
A & B Driving Licenses