Hello! I am Gabriela Zota, a Senior Graphic Designer with 4+ years of remote work experience. I blend creative design with a strong foundation in Marketing, International Business, and Business Administration to build brand identities that not only look beautiful but drive measurable business results. I’m ready to help your brand stand out and grow. My cross-cultural background—studying and collaborating across Romania, Croatia, and Latvia—gives me a global perspective on how brands translate across international audiences. I combine strategic thinking with hands-on design to turn brand strategy into compelling visuals, while keeping communication clear and goals in focus.

Gabriela Zota

Hello! I am Gabriela Zota, a Senior Graphic Designer with 4+ years of remote work experience. I blend creative design with a strong foundation in Marketing, International Business, and Business Administration to build brand identities that not only look beautiful but drive measurable business results. I’m ready to help your brand stand out and grow. My cross-cultural background—studying and collaborating across Romania, Croatia, and Latvia—gives me a global perspective on how brands translate across international audiences. I combine strategic thinking with hands-on design to turn brand strategy into compelling visuals, while keeping communication clear and goals in focus.

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Hello! I am Gabriela Zota, a Senior Graphic Designer with 4+ years of remote work experience. I blend creative design with a strong foundation in Marketing, International Business, and Business Administration to build brand identities that not only look beautiful but drive measurable business results. I’m ready to help your brand stand out and grow.

My cross-cultural background—studying and collaborating across Romania, Croatia, and Latvia—gives me a global perspective on how brands translate across international audiences. I combine strategic thinking with hands-on design to turn brand strategy into compelling visuals, while keeping communication clear and goals in focus.

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Language

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced
Russian
Advanced
Ukrainian
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at Serenova Wellness | Mosaic Creative Studio
July 1, 2024 - Present
Led the full visual identity for a UK-based wellness brand; increased brand recognition by 45%, boosted social media engagement by 60%, and reduced design iterations by 35% through a comprehensive brand style guide.
Senior Graphic Designer at Lumière Cosmetics | Brandcraft Agency
March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Created premium brand positioning for a French-inspired luxury cosmetics brand entering Eastern Europe; achieved 30% higher shelf visibility, 40% increase in perceived brand value, and delivered the full brand identity 2 weeks ahead of schedule.
Graphic Designer at River Time | Contented Agency
March 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Enhanced visibility of wristwatch sales for a German online retailer; drove 50 additional buyers monthly, improved click-through rates by 35%, and standardized branding across 5 platforms to strengthen recall.
Graphic Designer at Cantata 4 You | Contented Agency
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Built brand identity and recruitment visuals for a Romanian HR firm; increased workforce from 50 to 75 and job applications by 40%, with 157 appreciations on the portfolio showcase.
Graphic Designer at Bricks Real Estate | Contented Agency
October 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Helped attract investors and buyers by delivering a modern, safe, and flexible brand identity; increased investment inquiries by 50% and improved brochure engagement by 65%; created a scalable design system.
Graphic Designer at Salad Society | Freshbrand Studio
November 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Designed a vibrant brand identity for a health-focused fast-casual restaurant; increased foot traffic by 35% and social media following by 50%; developed a comprehensive menu design system improving order efficiency by 20%.
Visual Designer at Crystalline Rose | Brainnest Consulting
November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Elevated skincare brand visibility and sales by implementing a cohesive brand identity; improved shelf appeal and customer trust through refined packaging and visuals; established brand guidelines enabling consistent marketing across channels.
Graphic Designer at ELEKTRA Fitness | Brainnest Consulting
January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023
Supported the opening of a new fitness location with impactful outdoor posters and cohesive campaign visuals, doubling customer acquisition and increasing memberships during the launch; delivered cross-channel brand presence.
Senior Graphic Designer at Mosaic Creative Studio
July 1, 2024 - Present
Contracted for Serenova Wellness; Designed a cohesive visual identity system including logo, color palette, typography, and brand guidelines. Increased brand recognition by 45%, boosted social media engagement by 60%, and reduced design iteration cycles by 35% by establishing a comprehensive brand style guide.
Senior Graphic Designer at Brandcraft Agency
March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Worked on Lumière Cosmetics, a French-inspired luxury brand entering Eastern Europe; Delivered premium brand positioning, 30% higher shelf visibility, 40% increase in perceived brand value, and completed the brand identity 2 weeks ahead of schedule by implementing an efficient workflow.
Visual Designer at Salad Society | Freshbrand Studio
November 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Brand identity for a health-focused fast-casual restaurant chain; increased foot traffic by 35%; grew social media following by 50%; created a comprehensive menu design system improving order efficiency by 20%.

Education

BA in International Business at The Lower Danube University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
BA in Business Administration (Erasmus+ Exchange Program) at Polytechnic of Šibenik
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
BA in Marketing (Erasmus+ Exchange Program) at EKA University of Applied Science
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
BA in International Business at The Lower Danube University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
BA in Business Administration at Polytechnic of Šibenik
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
BA in Marketing at EKA University of Applied Science
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Healthcare, Education, Software & Internet