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Odessa, Ukraine+380632369425 · samarithaine@gmail.comKateryna Antonova, Graphic DesignerEmployment HistoryIllustrator | Graphic designer at ForkLog, an iconic magazine about Bitcoin, blockchain technology and the digital economy, Odessa, UkraineNovember 2016 — February 2020Responsibilities:- Design visual communications materials, including newsletters, web content, social media graphics, and info-graphics- Develop and deliver compelling content for both internal and external platforms, including the main website, news articles and social media posts- Assist the team with day-to-day production requests, including image selection and reformatting creative for various channels- Balance multiple projects successfully to meet deadlines- Work closely with project manager to keep all projects on track- Maintaining order in the design department, creating a single style of material design for all areas of the company- Analyze a brief's specification and the text to be illustrated, as well as research sources- Think imaginatively and creatively to produce new ideas- Create images and designs by using the traditional hand skills of drawing and painting, alongside other techniques, to meet design briefsCreative Director at Ancore Strategy, Zurich, SwitzerlandMay 2021 — August 2022Responsibilities:- Generate creative concepts that support integrated marketing campaigns- Consult with and direct team members to ensure brand cohesion across engagements and channels for clients. Analyze and cross-check information to ensure all materials are complete, accurate, and fulfill the scope- Work collaboratively with other project team members, and have a clear understanding of how a project team operates, their responsibilities, and team meeting expectations- Ensure that internal deadlines, timetables, and approval procedures are adhered to for assigned project phases- Lead and manage a team of designers in the execution of all branded marketing and advertising materials- Help develop and maintain our visual brand language. From evolving brand standards for design, photography, typography to implementation across all vehicles- Being accountable for the final development and production of creative assets and ensures accuracy, attention to details and overall meets or exceeds the design objectives.

- Provide design solutions and update/redesign assets as necessary based on leadership feedback- Stay current on industry trends, particularly in the digital and social space; share ideas and recommendations for innovating new templates and design approaches- Articulate how a design solution meets organizational needs, business goals, technical constraints, and other project facets- Incorporate client and/or team feedback as appropriate- Actively participate in team meetings to discuss assignment parametersFreelancer Designer | Illustrator, All around the worldJanuary 2016 — January 2023Creating as a Freelancer:- Social Media Designs- Illustrated Brand Guidelines- Brand Identity- Illustrations for Business- Product and Food Photography- Watercolor Portraits and Art- Botanical IllustrationEducationI. I. Mechnikov National University. Faculty of Journalism, Advertising, and Publishing, OdessaSeptember 2007 — June 2012LinksPortfolioAdditional materials SkillsLeadership SkillsEffective Time ManagementFast LearnerCommunication SkillsGraphic DesignAdobe PhotoshopBrand IdentityPhotographyLogo DesignAbility to MultitaskAdaptabilityAbility to Work Under PressureAbility to Work in a TeamAdobe IllustratorVector IllustrationTeam LeadingHiring PeopleSeamless Pattern Design

Brand GuidelineBrand Concept DevelopmentHobbiesYoga, Phylosophy, Watercolor Painting, PhotographyLanguagesEnglishHighly proficientUkrainianNative speakerRussianNative speakerCoursesBasic skills of an art director and design lead. The role of the design manager at SkillboxFebruary 2022 — June 2022