I am a Graphic Designer with a naturally creative mindset and experience across a broad spectrum of fields. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on everything from illustration and photography to editorial design and advertising. I have no fear of challenges and I welcome them as opportunities to grow. My strength has always been my ability to work autonomously, consistently deliver high-quality results, and meet deadlines. I offer a highly adaptable design approach, built on crafting diverse concepts across a wide range of styles.

Dovilė Mikalauskaitė

I am a Graphic Designer with a naturally creative mindset and experience across a broad spectrum of fields. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on everything from illustration and photography to editorial design and advertising. I have no fear of challenges and I welcome them as opportunities to grow. My strength has always been my ability to work autonomously, consistently deliver high-quality results, and meet deadlines. I offer a highly adaptable design approach, built on crafting diverse concepts across a wide range of styles.

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I am a Graphic Designer with a naturally creative mindset and experience across a broad spectrum of fields. Throughout my career, I’ve worked on everything from illustration and photography to editorial design and advertising.

I have no fear of challenges and I welcome them as opportunities to grow. My strength has always been my ability to work autonomously, consistently deliver high-quality results, and meet deadlines. I offer a highly adaptable design approach, built on crafting diverse concepts across a wide range of styles.

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Language

Lithuanian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Russian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Judex Printing House
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Designed print materials and branding assets for clients.
Magazine Designer at IT Solutions Magazine
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Layout and editorial visuals for IT Solutions magazine.
Illustrator, Cover Designer at Šviesa Publishing House
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Illustrations and book cover design.
Lead Brand & Packaging Designer at PackAge Branding & Packaging Design Agency
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2022
Led branding and packaging design projects; developed visual identities for clients.
Brand & Packaging Designer, Illustrator, Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2005 - Present
Freelance branding & packaging design; developed concepts across a wide range of styles.
Graphic Designer at Indigo Print printing house
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Graphic designer; production-ready design and pre-press.
Magazine Designer at Times Publications
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Designed layouts and visual branding for a London-based magazine, contributing to editorial design and visual storytelling.
Artist: encyclopedic animal drawings at Terra Publica
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Created encyclopedic animal drawings for Terra Publica publishing house, providing illustrations for published works.

Education

Secondary Education at Kaunas Purienu Secondary School
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2002
Non-formal education in arts at Kaunas Antanas Martinaitis Art School
September 1, 2000 - June 1, 2003
Bachelor in Applied Graphics at Vilnius Academy of Arts, Kaunas Department
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002
Master in Applied Graphics at Vilnius Academy of Arts, Kaunas Department
September 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010

Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Graphics (Institution: Vilnius Academy of Arts)
September 1, 2003 - June 1, 2007
Comprehensive study of graphic design principles, visual communication, and technical mastery. Developed a strong foundation in high-quality visual solutions.
Master of Applied Graphics (Institution: Vilnius Academy of Arts)
September 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010
Advanced research and application of graphic design.
Photography & Visual Content Creation
August 13, 2011 - August 23, 2013
Self-taught photographer with a strong foundation in artistic photography. Extensive experience in lighting, composition, and high-end post-processing using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Having worked professionally as a photographer, I bring a unique visual perspective to my design projects, ensuring high-quality imagery and cohesive visual storytelling.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Wholesale & Distribution, Travel & Hospitality
    paper Packaging Design

    View PORTFOLIO on Behance:

    A curated collection of comprehensive packaging solutions designed to bridge the gap between brand aesthetics and functional consumer needs.
    These projects focus on creating physical brand experiences while maintaining strict consistency across diverse product lines and categories.

    STRATEGIC APPROACH:

    • Visual Identity Development:
    Crafting unique graphic languages for diverse product ecosystems.
    • Material & Finish Selection:
    Expertise in choosing sustainable materials and premium print finishes to enhance shelf presence.
    • Information Architecture:
    Optimizing typography and layout hierarchy for maximum consumer impact.
    • Brand Scalability:
    Developing adaptable design systems that ensure brand integrity across various formats and sizes.

    paper Print & Editorial Design
    • Books, Magazines & Catalogs:
    • Illustrations

    A curated collection of print projects focused on visual clarity, structural order, and the seamless management of complex information. These projects prioritize aesthetic precision and technical excellence, ensuring flawless results in professional offset and digital printing.


    STRATEGIC APPROACH:

    • Editorial Layout & Precision:
      Expertise in managing complex, multi-page content with a focus on visual balance, clean grids, and superior readability.
    • Information Hierarchy & Order:
      Optimizing typography and layout structure to transform dense information into clear, intuitive, and aesthetic narratives.
    • Advanced Pre-press & Offset Standards:
      Deep technical knowledge of pre-press workflows, ensuring color accuracy and high-resolution output for industrial printing.
    paper Visual Branding
    • Brand Identity Projects:
    • Merchandise & Assets:
    • Logofolio Collection:

    A curated collection of visual identity projects designed to bridge the gap between brand aesthetics and functional consumer needs. These projects focus on creating cohesive brand experiences while maintaining strict consistency across all visual touchpoints.


    STRATEGIC APPROACH:

    • Conceptual Brand Narratives:
      Developing unique visual concepts that translate core values into a distinctive brand language.
    • Visual Systems & Cohesion:
      Defining typography, color strategy, and graphic assets that ensure a unified brand presence.
    • Logo Architecture:
      Crafting scalable, timeless symbols designed for maximum legibility and brand recognition.
    • Design Adaptability:
      Ensuring visual integrity across all brand touchpoints, from digital interfaces to physical assets.