Marina Lobanova

Highly creative and skilled Visual and Graphics Designer with five years of professional experience creating high-quality marketing assets across various mediums, including print, packaging, web, and interactive media. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Deep knowledge of graphic design, branding, marketing, illustrations, and UX/UI.

Able to follow brand style guides and maintain branding documentation. Self-managed, detail-oriented, and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Graphic Designer, Self-Employed — 2019 - Present

Conceptualized and designed logos, posters, marketing materials, and packaging for small businesses

Produced illustrations in various styles for print and digital media, including social media

Collaborated with an indie game studio as a digital artist to create concept art and game assets

Managed client relationships, prepared proposals and contracts, and ensured project timelines and budgets were met

Stayed up-to-date with the latest design trends, software, and tools

Handled administrative tasks such as invoicing and bookkeeping

Clients include Water Aid, Project Ellis, Bath Lovers Co, Costa Mindset, Happy Plate Project, etc.

Shop Owner, MLdesignshub — 2019 - Present

Developed and sold digital tools for drawing, traditional paintings, and custom design services

Created and implemented successful marketing campaigns that resulted in increased shop traffic and sales

Used social media platforms to promote the shop and engage with customers

Achieved almost 2000 sales and earned recognition as a star shop

Graphic Designer, Self-Employed, Russia — 2016 - 2017

• Created logos, brand identities, marketing materials, and website graphics

Restaurant Consultant, Restorating.ru, Russia — 2013 - 2015

• Provided personalized recommendations and guidance to clients seeking a perfect dining experience for special occasions, such as anniversaries, birthdays, and business meetings

Professional Certificates

Google UX Design Certificate

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate

CalArts Graphic Design Specialization

Concept Artist Certificate - XYZ School

Education

Siberian State University of Telecommunications and Information Science, Russia Master’s Degree in Sociology

Art School Artica, Russia General Art Studies