I’m Jola Kawalec, a creative graphic designer and creative director with 15+ years of international experience building brand identities and visual systems from concept to final production. I enjoy creating memorable, functional, and scalable design solutions—spanning logos, brand guidelines, packaging, publications, marketing materials, and modern web and e-commerce designs.…

Jolanta Kawalec

I’m Jola Kawalec, a creative graphic designer and creative director with 15+ years of international experience building brand identities and visual systems from concept to final production. I enjoy creating memorable, functional, and scalable design solutions—spanning logos, brand guidelines, packaging, publications, marketing materials, and modern web and e-commerce designs.…

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I’m Jola Kawalec, a creative graphic designer and creative director with 15+ years of international experience building brand identities and visual systems from concept to final production. I enjoy creating memorable, functional, and scalable design solutions—spanning logos, brand guidelines, packaging, publications, marketing materials, and modern web and e-commerce designs.

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Language

Polish
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Brand & Graphics Designer at Shamrock Gift Company
September 1, 2017 - July 31, 2022
Designed branded product collections and packaging for internationally recognized institutions, including English Heritage (Stonehenge), Trinity College Dublin, The Book of Kells Museum, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Museum of the Future (Dubai), Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (Abu Dhabi), Guinness, Tipperrary Crystal, and The Palm (Dubai). Developed collection concepts aligned with each client’s visual identity, created retail graphics and marketing assets, and conducted trend research. Coordinated with international manufacturers and suppliers, managed production quality, and ensured brand consistency across product lines while preparing print-ready materials for retail presentation.
Graphics & Creative Designer at Tipperary Crystal / Allied Imports
October 1, 2014 - July 31, 2017
Developed branded product collections for international retail markets. Designed jewelry, homeware, packaging, and supporting graphic assets consistent with established brand identities. Prepared production-ready artwork for print and manufacturing and worked closely with marketing and production teams to keep brand presentation consistent across channels.
Creative Director & Brand & Graphic Designer at Oíche Creative (Freelance)
January 1, 2013 - Present
Develop complete brand identities, logos and visual systems for international clients. Lead creative projects from research and concept development through final delivery. Design branding, packaging, publications, marketing materials and digital assets. Create scalable visual identity systems and maintain brand consistency across print and digital media. Collaborate directly with clients, manufacturers and production teams throughout the design process. Deliver projects spanning branding, graphic design, product design and interior design. Utilize Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and AI-powered design tools to create modern, high-quality visual solutions.
Marketing & Graphic Designer at TVO Opole Television
August 1, 2010 - January 31, 2012
Designed marketing materials and advertising campaigns for television and digital media. Developed branding and promotional graphics while collaborating with editorial and marketing teams to produce visual content and marketing communications.
Visual Merchandising Designer | Graphic Designer at Metro Group / Real
July 1, 2008 - May 31, 2010
Designed retail displays and visual merchandising concepts aligned with brand guidelines. Created in-store promotional areas and print-ready marketing materials, including POS graphics, banners, and posters, coordinating production and installation.
Architectural & Interior Designer | Architectural Assistant at ABW Architect – Jolanta Grabarkiewicz & Carriere D esig n
June 1, 2007 - February 28, 2013
Designed and supported residential and commercial architecture, interior spaces, website development, and custom furniture projects. Developed projects from initial concepts through detailed technical documentation. Prepared architectural drawings, technical documents, and 3D visualizations, working across interior design and custom furniture solutions while combining functionality with aesthetics.

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) – Interior Architecture & Design at Academy of Art and Design in Łódź, Poland
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Visual Merchandising at Dublin Institute of Design, Ireland
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) – Architecture & Urban Planning at University of Applied Sciences in Nysa, Poland
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Postgraduate Certificate – Pedagogy, Psychology & Didactics at University of Applied Sciences in Opole, Poland
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Award: First Prize Graphic Designer- the International Art Competition organized by Trinity College Dublin and The Book of Kells Museum, Dublin, Ireland
January 11, 2030 - August 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Government, Real Estate & Construction, Consumer Goods, Other, Manufacturing, Wholesale & Distribution, Agriculture & Mining, Energy & Utilities, Gaming, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Healthcare, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Non-Profit Organization, Transportation & Logistics, Computers & Electronics