Jacob del Nero

Bring your ideas to life, from concept to completion.

About Me

Originally from Sacramento, I began my career in Northern California’s event industry in 2006 and moved to San Francisco in 2008 to pursue visual event design full-time. My early career was spent carrying a wrench on-site with some of the Bay Area’s most renowned lighting design firms. This is where I developed a deep appreciation for the way light, shadow and motion could transform otherwise unremarkable environments into extraordinary experiences.

In 2011, I began exploring my interest in 3D design, bringing together my field experience in event production and lighting with a growing focus on design and pre-production. Today, my work spans spatial design, 3D modeling, and visualization, allowing me to approach projects from concept through execution and create functional environments that are both visually compelling and grounded in the realities of production.

I’ve had the opportunity to design and visualize spaces and experiences for world-class brands around the globe, bringing ideas to life across a wide range of environments, scales, and experiences.

Areas of Expertise

Events

Architectural

Interiors

Retail & Merchandise

Brand Experiences

Mobile Activations

Tradeshow

Film & TV

Broadcast

Red Carpet Premiers

Product Launches

Festivals

Spirits

Stage Design

 

Comedy

Award Ceremonies

Galas & Fundraisers

Concerts

Tech Showcase & Demo

Private Events

Weddings

General Sessions

Theme Park

Cruise Lines

Wayfinding & Signage

Sports Entertainment

Set & Scenic

Art & Light Installment

 

Services

I provide high level design, creative direction and concept visualization. My background in on-site event production, 3d modeling and formal architectural training give me a unique skillset, allowing me to produce visually stunning designs and renderings of spatial environments.

 

Creative Direction

concept design | aesthetic direction | storytelling | client-ready presentations | creative deck development

Visualization

modeling | materiality | lighting | production graphics | rendering | photo composition | animated flythrough

Technical Design

spatial planning | dimensionality | stage and scenic integration | technical consulting | fabrication support

Client List