Diomede Vascotto

Why this persona fits the audience

He co-hosts an independent F1 podcast in Milan and prepares episode notes by pulling season tables, sprint outcomes, and older race results into a shared document. He also posts occasional stat graphics to social media and keeps a personal archive for repeat use.

• Age: 34
• Location: Milan, Italy
• Occupation: Freelance designer and podcast co-host
• Income: €54k
• Education: Bachelor's in graphic design
• Company size: 1 (self-employed)
• Years in role: 7

“The beauty of F1 isn't just the speed; it's the intricate dance of data, history, and human ambition – understanding that connection is everything.”

Diomede Vascotto, 34, is a Milan-based freelance graphic designer and co-host of the independent Formula 1 podcast 'Rosso & Grigio'. His journey into this dual career began organically. After completing his Bachelor's in Graphic Design, he initially focused on building a freelance portfolio, honing his skills in branding and visual identity for small businesses. Simultaneously, his lifelong passion for Formula 1, ignited by his father's stories of past eras, found a new outlet. He and a friend, Marco, started 'Rosso & Grigio' as a hobby, sharing their analytical takes on the sport. Over the past seven years, the podcast has gained a dedicated following, necessitating a more structured approach. Diomede's role evolved to include meticulous data preparation, pulling season tables, sprint outcomes, and historical race results into shared documents for episode planning. He also designs and curates stat graphics for their social media channels, leveraging his design expertise to make complex data visually engaging. This dual commitment requires significant discipline; his income, around €54k annually, is primarily from design work, but the podcast demands an equal, if not greater, time investment. He views his work through a lens of precision and creativity, constantly seeking ways to improve his data visualization for the podcast and streamline his design workflow. He recently decided to invest in a more robust external hard drive system to better manage the growing archive of podcast research materials and design assets, recognizing the long-term value of organized historical data. His apartment in Isola is a testament to his organized nature, a functional space that balances his professional tools with personal comfort. He is driven by a desire for independence, valuing the autonomy his freelance career and podcast provide, while also cherishing the collaborative aspect of co-hosting and the community built around their show.

Background & daily life

A day in their life

A typical weekday for Diomede begins around 7:30 AM with a strong espresso and a quick scan of F1 news sites. He dedicates the morning to focused freelance design work, often tackling client briefs or refining existing projects. Lunch is usually a quick panino or leftovers. The afternoon might involve client calls or more design work, interspersed with pulling data for the next podcast episode – cross-referencing lap times, driver standings, and historical performance metrics. Evenings are reserved for podcast editing, script preparation, or recording sessions, often followed by a late dinner. He might unwind by watching a classic F1 race replay or browsing design inspiration on Instagram.

Lifestyle

Diomede lives a focused, self-directed life in Milan. His apartment, though compact, is meticulously organized, reflecting his design sensibilities and need for order. He balances his freelance design work with the demanding schedule of his podcast, often working late into the evenings. His income supports a comfortable but not extravagant lifestyle; he prioritizes experiences and tools that enhance his work and passions over material possessions. He enjoys exploring Milan's hidden corners and occasionally attends local football matches, but his primary social interactions revolve around his podcast community and a small circle of close friends.

Work life

As a freelance graphic designer, Diomede juggles multiple client projects, often for small businesses or startups needing branding and marketing materials. His F1 podcast, 'Rosso & Grigio', is a passion project that has grown significantly, demanding considerable time for research, recording, editing, and promotion. He meticulously prepares episode notes by compiling season tables, sprint race outcomes, and historical race data into a shared document for his co-host. He also designs and posts stat graphics to social media to engage their growing audience. The pressure comes from balancing client deadlines with the consistent output required for the podcast, all while maintaining the high level of detail his listeners expect.

Relationships

Diomede maintains a close but geographically dispersed relationship with his podcast co-host, Marco, who lives in Rome. His parents, still in their hometown in Emilia-Romagna, are supportive but don't fully grasp the intricacies of his digital work. He has a small, tight-knit group of friends in Milan, mostly met through design or shared interests, who appreciate his analytical mind and dry humor.

How they decide

Diomede is a methodical decision-maker. He researches thoroughly, weighs pros and cons, and often seeks out data or expert opinions before committing. For his work, he prioritizes tools and methods that offer precision and efficiency, especially when dealing with complex data or design challenges. He is not impulsive but will act decisively once he's confident in his analysis.

How they sound

Speaks with a clear, measured cadence, typical of Northern Italian speech patterns. His tone is generally calm and articulate, occasionally becoming more animated when discussing Formula 1 or design intricacies. He avoids overly casual slang but uses precise technical terms when necessary. He tends to explain his reasoning thoroughly, especially when presenting data or design concepts. He might use phrases like 'in effetti' (indeed) or 'diciamo' (let's say) to qualify his statements.