Hi! I'm Giedre, a skilled Digital Designer with a passion for creating visually compelling work, whether it's illustrations or graphic designs. I thrive on transforming ideas into engaging visuals, ensuring that every project reflects the client's vision and stands out. My journey began in Lithuania, and I've honed my skills through various experiences, including working as a freelance Graphic Designer and collaborating with startups to elevate their brand. I'm always eager to learn and adapt, believing that creativity combined with technical knowledge can lead to amazing possibilities.

Giedre Balcytyte

Hi! I'm Giedre, a skilled Digital Designer with a passion for creating visually compelling work, whether it's illustrations or graphic designs. I thrive on transforming ideas into engaging visuals, ensuring that every project reflects the client's vision and stands out. My journey began in Lithuania, and I've honed my skills through various experiences, including working as a freelance Graphic Designer and collaborating with startups to elevate their brand. I'm always eager to learn and adapt, believing that creativity combined with technical knowledge can lead to amazing possibilities.

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Hi! I’m Giedre, a skilled Digital Designer with a passion for creating visually compelling work, whether it’s illustrations or graphic designs. I thrive on transforming ideas into engaging visuals, ensuring that every project reflects the client’s vision and stands out.

My journey began in Lithuania, and I’ve honed my skills through various experiences, including working as a freelance Graphic Designer and collaborating with startups to elevate their brand. I’m always eager to learn and adapt, believing that creativity combined with technical knowledge can lead to amazing possibilities.

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Language

Lithuanian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Digital designer at Litmos Ltd
December 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Digital designer in E-learning company’s content team, responsible for creating new E-learning content and visual styles, motion graphics and stock videos, animation, illustration, graphic elements, image manipulation, photo editing, running accessibility tests and html/css coding within in-house content design tool.
Visual designer at Bridgewater Finance Group
December 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025
Visual designer in marketing department, creating vector visuals and illustrations for social platforms, advertisements and company’s websites. Driving multiple brand styles by being at the front of rebranding projects, working and editing style guides, and defining illustration styles. Manchester based.
Magazine designer at Manchester Met
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025
Work experience in Manchester Metropolitan University, designing their news publication, print and digital version.
Freelance jacked designer
December 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025
Commissioned to paint on fabrics for a startup company.
Volunteer at Manchester Crafts and Design Centre
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025
Helping with events art exhibitions.
Freelance Illustrator at Flatyz Handmade Candles
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025
Creating custom candle designs.
Work placement at Paul Windle Design Studio
December 31, 2016 - July 22, 2025
Creating digital illustrations.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Self-Employed
May 1, 2023 - Present
In my role as a Freelance Graphic Designer, I worked with a variety of clients to create custom illustrations and branding material. This experience taught me how to manage projects effectively and how to communicate clearly with clients to bring their visions to life.
Graphic Designer at Startup Company
April 1, 2023 - September 10, 2025
As part of a small team in a startup, I contributed to the development of the brand's visual identity, creating everything from social media graphics to pitch decks. This role developed my skills in teamwork and adapting to fast-paced environments.

Education

MA at Manchester Metropolitan University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Ba(Hons) at University of Sunderland
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
A levels equivalent at Julius Janonio gymnasium, Lithuania
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013
Diploma with distinction at Art School, Lithuania
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2011
Code Academy at Code Academy
January 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
MA Graphic Design at University of Manchester
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
BA in Visual Communications at University of Sunderland
September 1, 2016 - July 1, 2019

Qualifications

HTML and CSS course
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
UX Design Specialization certificate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services