I am a multidisciplinary designer and creative project manager with a strong foundation in 3D design, art direction, branding, and visual storytelling. I craft elegant, high-impact visual experiences across digital, physical, and motion media. I lead end-to-end production pipelines and collaborate with cross-functional creative teams, balancing concept and execution with a sharp eye for detail. I’ve worked with clients across Europe, the US, and Africa to deliver cohesive visual systems and compelling product storytelling.…

Mihai Ratescu

I am a multidisciplinary designer and creative project manager with a strong foundation in 3D design, art direction, branding, and visual storytelling. I craft elegant, high-impact visual experiences across digital, physical, and motion media. I lead end-to-end production pipelines and collaborate with cross-functional creative teams, balancing concept and execution with a sharp eye for detail. I’ve worked with clients across Europe, the US, and Africa to deliver cohesive visual systems and compelling product storytelling.…

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I am a multidisciplinary designer and creative project manager with a strong foundation in 3D design, art direction, branding, and visual storytelling. I craft elegant, high-impact visual experiences across digital, physical, and motion media.

I lead end-to-end production pipelines and collaborate with cross-functional creative teams, balancing concept and execution with a sharp eye for detail. I’ve worked with clients across Europe, the US, and Africa to deliver cohesive visual systems and compelling product storytelling.

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Skills

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Designer & Production Manager at Selahatin
December 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Led creative production for a luxury oral care brand, including packaging, web visuals, and physical print deliverables. Collaborated closely with the founder to define visual language and oversee end-to-end execution. Managed supplier communication to maintain consistency between design vision and product output.
Freelance Designer & Project Manager at Self-employed
June 1, 2020 - Present
Worked remotely with clients such as Bengal® – Creative Doorway (US), AddSome, Boxraw, and EvoBio. Responsibilities included VFX supervision, art direction, 3D design, UI/UX design, brand design, motion art, and production of 3D product visualizations. Delivered creative direction, branding, 3D design, and web development for clients in Europe, the US, and Africa, building clean and effective visual systems and product storytelling. Developed responsive websites using Figma and WordPress tailored to client tone and target audience.
Designer & Production Manager at Selahatin
December 31, 2023 - August 8, 2025
Led creative production for a luxury oral care brand, managing packaging, web visuals, and physical print deliverables for consistent brand experience. Collaborated closely with the founder to define the visual language and oversaw end-to-end execution. Managed supplier communications ensuring alignment between design vision and product output.
Freelance Designer & Project Manager at Self-employed
June 1, 2020 - Present
Provided freelance design and project management services for various clients across Europe, the US, and Africa. Roles spanned VFX supervision, art direction, 3D design, UI/UX design, brand identity, and motion graphics. Delivered creative direction and visual storytelling across product narratives, social channels, and ads. Developed responsive websites using Figma and WordPress tailored to client needs and audiences.
Designer & Production Manager at Selahatin
December 1, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Led creative production for a luxury oral care brand, including packaging, web visuals, and physical print deliverables. Collaborated closely with the founder to define visual language and oversee end-to-end execution. Managed supplier communication to maintain consistency between design vision and product output.
Freelance Designer & Project Manager at Freelance Designer & Project Manager (Bucharest, Remote)
June 1, 2020 - Present
Independent designer and project manager delivering branding, 3D design, web development and production oversight for clients across Europe, the US, and Africa. Notable collaborations include Bengal® – Creative Doorway (VFX Supervisor, Art Director, 3D Designer), AddSome (UI/UX Designer, 3D Artist), Boxraw (3D Artist), EvoBio (Brand Designer, Motion Artist); built visual systems and storytelling across product narratives, social channels, and ads. Also produced responsive websites using Figma and WordPress.
Designer & Production Manager at Selahatin
December 1, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Led creative production for a luxury oral care brand, including packaging, web visuals, and physical print deliverables. Collaborated closely with the founder to define visual language and oversee end-to-end execution. Managed supplier communication to maintain consistency between design vision and product output.
Freelance Designer & Project Manager at Self-employed / Freelance (Bucharest, Remote)
June 1, 2020 - Present
Delivered creative direction, branding, 3D design, and web development for clients across Europe, the US, and Africa. Projects included Bengal – Creative Doorway (VFX Supervisor, Art Director, 3D Designer), AddSome (UI/UX Designer, 3D Artist), Boxraw (3D Artist), EvoBio (Brand Designer, Motion Artist). Built visual systems and product storytelling from concept to execution; developed responsive websites with Figma and WordPress.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of Arts and Design, Cluj-Napoca
October 1, 2017 - July 31, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Design at University of Arts and Design, Cluj-Napoca
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Design at University of Arts and Design, Cluj-Napoca
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts in Design at University of Arts and Design, Cluj-Napoca
October 1, 2017 - July 1, 2020

Qualifications

Complete UI/UX Product Design Bootcamp
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
German Sprachdiplom – Certified C1+ proficiency in German as a foreign language
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2025
German Sprachdiplom – Certified C1+ proficiency
January 11, 2030 - August 8, 2025
German Sprachdiplom – Certified C1+ proficiency in German as a foreign language
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
German Sprachdiplom – Certified C1+ proficiency in German as a foreign language
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education

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