Closer - An ITS documentary series. Episode 6: Finding creativity by Carlo Giordanetti

“Closer” is a documentary series by International Talent Support shot in 2014, describing the ever-expanding ITS network through the eyes, the opinions and the careers of some of its members. It allows a closer look into what ITS is, what it represents for those who took part in it and the journey to discover and support creativity. Carlo Giordanetti is member of the Product & Design Committee of Swatch Ltd. As CEO of the Swatch Art Peace Hotel in Shanghai, he is in charge of developing the project as a strategic element of the overall brand program. In 2013 we began to brainstorm with Carlo Giordanetti about how we could collaborate together. Focusing on the most artistic-driven young talents who apply for ITS was the perfect way to go. Throughout these years we had the opportunity to work side by side with Carlo, witnessing his ability in spotting that artistic DNA hidden in the pages of portfolios from young designers. His evaluation and selection have unmistakably resulted in artwork projects of truly amazing quality, allowing ITS to showcase a full-blown art exhibition, materially connecting the worlds of art and design. International Talent Support was launched in 2002 and throughout its history it has developed into the most highly recognized platform to showcase & support the strongest young talents on the planet. Most importantly, it created an ever-growing family supporting creativity, like branches on a tree growing in different directions, yet nurtured by the sa