Laura Statkute

• Multidisciplinary Visual Artist & Designer
• 10+ years of experience in digital & print design, creative concept development, and brand communication
• Certified in UX/UI Design & Usability
• Structured and reliable in project delivery — both independently and in teams
• Skilled in fast-paced, dynamic environments with strong adaptability, collaboration, initiative, and attention to detail
• Fast learner — easily adapts to new tools, workflows, and creative systems
• Strong background in traditional art making and drawing
• Open to new collaborations in art direction and art-related projects
• Interested in connecting with galleries, interior designers, and creative teams in visual art and communication
• Originally from Lithuania, spent 20+ years in Germany, now based in Houston, TX
• Languages: Lithuanian (native), German (fluent), English (conversational), Russian (basic)

Freelance Art Director

Jan 2016 – Dec 2022 | Remote & On-Site (Germany)

Worked with a diverse range of clients and creative agencies across Europe — including a long-term collaboration with Samsung (via Cheil Germany) for the DACH region.

Projects included designing e-commerce assets, landing pages, promotional campaigns, shop-in-shop solutions, presentations, and print materials. Experienced in managing end-to-end design processes and delivering cohesive visual communication in both independent and team-based settings.

TRACK, Berlin, Germany — Creative Ideation Junior

Mar 2015 – Dec 2015

Clients: airberlin, Lindt

Contributed to campaign ideation, photoshoot art direction, branding concepts (including airplane designs), and the development of cross-channel promotional materials.

RAPP Germany, Hamburg, Germany — Junior Art Director

Feb 2013 – Mar 2014

Clients: airberlin, Lindt, Ergo, Three Sixty, Globus

Supported daily operations in cross-channel brand communication and visual design, ensuring creative alignment across print and digital media.

RAPP Germany, Düsseldorf, Germany — Art Intern

Mar 2012 – Feb 2013

Client: airberlin

Actively contributed to creative concept development, visual design tasks, and day-to-day production support.

iXD Karlsruhe, Germany — Certified UX & Usability Expert

Academy of Visual Arts, Frankfurt, Germany — State-Certified Communication Designer

Foundations in Arts, Lithuania — Six years of early training in fine arts and creativity