Hello, I’m Maria Ioannidou, an architect and graphic & exhibition designer based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with over 15 years of experience delivering design solutions across architecture, branding and exhibitions. I thrive at the intersection of form and communication, blending architectural sensitivity with graphic storytelling to bring spaces and brands to life.

Maria Ioannidou

Hello, I’m Maria Ioannidou, an architect and graphic & exhibition designer based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with over 15 years of experience delivering design solutions across architecture, branding and exhibitions. I thrive at the intersection of form and communication, blending architectural sensitivity with graphic storytelling to bring spaces and brands to life.

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Hello, I’m Maria Ioannidou, an architect and graphic & exhibition designer based in Thessaloniki, Greece, with over 15 years of experience delivering design solutions across architecture, branding and exhibitions.

I thrive at the intersection of form and communication, blending architectural sensitivity with graphic storytelling to bring spaces and brands to life.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Architect / Graphic & Exhibition Designer at MS Creative Studio
January 1, 2008 - Present
Architect, graphic and exhibition designer responsible for delivering integrated design solutions across architecture, graphics and exhibition projects, coordinating with clients and production teams.
Sponsors & Marketing Department Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
Supported sponsors & marketing activities, handling communications, materials, and event coordination.
Public Relations Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2017 - October 3, 2025
Public relations support for festival communications, media outreach and events.
Freelance Curator - Exhibition Designer at ΤΕΧΝΗ - Το χθές και το σήμερα / TECHNI - The past and the present
December 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025
Curated and designed exhibitions for the gallery, developing installation concepts and graphic assets.
Art Curator / Graphic Designer at DIPOLO - ΔΙΠΟΛΟ
December 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025
Art curator and graphic designer, delivering visual identity and exhibition design for projects in Thessaloniki.
Architect / Graphic & Exhibition Designer at MS Creative Studio
January 1, 2008 - Present
Architect and graphic & exhibition designer providing architectural, graphic design and exhibition design services.
Sponsors & Marketing Department Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
Assisted sponsors & marketing department for the Thessaloniki International Film Festival.
Public Relations Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2017 - October 3, 2025
Public relations assistant for the festival.
Freelance Curator - Exhibition Designer at ΤΕΧΝΗ - Το χθές και το σήμερα / TECHNI - The past and the present
December 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025
Freelance curator and exhibition designer for the TECHNI project.
Art Curator / Graphic Designer at DIPOLO - ΔΙΠΟΛΟ
December 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025
Art curator and graphic designer.
Architect / Graphic & Exhibition Designer at MS Creative Studio
January 1, 2008 - Present
Lead designer for architectural projects, graphic design, and exhibition design; collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated visual identities and spatial solutions for clients.
Sponsors & Marketing Department Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2020 - October 3, 2025
Supported sponsorships and marketing campaigns, coordinating sponsor materials, events, and collateral; liaising with partners.
Public Relations Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2017 - October 3, 2025
Assisted public relations campaigns, media relations, press materials and outreach.
Freelance Curator - Exhibition Designer at ΤΕΧΝΗ - Το χθές και το σήμερα / TECHNI - The past and the present
December 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025
Curated and designed exhibitions, coordinating visuals and spatial arrangements.
Art Curator / Graphic Designer at DIPOLO - ΔΙΠΟΛΟ Art Gallery
December 1, 2012 - October 3, 2025
Curated exhibitions and produced graphic design assets for gallery communications.
Architect/ Graphic & Exhibition designer at MS Creative Studio
January 1, 2008 - Present
Architect and graphic & exhibition designer providing design solutions across architecture, branding and exhibition projects.
Sponsors & Marketing Department Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2020 - October 6, 2025
Supported sponsorships and marketing activities, coordinating communications and materials for festival campaigns.
Public Relations Assistant at Thessaloniki International Film Festival
March 1, 2017 - October 6, 2025
Handled public relations tasks, media outreach and event coordination to promote festival programs.
Freelance Curator - Exhibition Designer at ΤΕΧΝΗ - Το χθές και το σήμερα / TECHNI - The past and the present
December 1, 2012 - October 6, 2025
Curated and designed exhibitions for contemporary art projects and gallery presentations.
Art Curator / Graphic Designer at ART GALLERY DIPOLO - ΔΙΠΟΛΟ
December 1, 2012 - October 6, 2025
Curated exhibitions and produced graphic design materials for gallery programs and promotions.

Education

Master of Education (MEd) at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Master’s Degree, Exhibition Design at Universitat Pompeu Fabra
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Degree in Architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
Master of Education - MEd at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
March 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025
Master’s Degree, Exhibition Design at Universitat Pompeu Fabra
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Degree in Architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
Master of Education - MEd, Education Sciences: Research and Praxis in Changing Learning Environments at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
March 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025
Master’s Degree, Exhibition Design at Universitat Pompeu Fabra
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Degree in Architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009
Master of Education - MEd at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH)
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Master’s Degree, Exhibition Design at Universitat Pompeu Fabra
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Degree in Architecture at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization