Hi, I’m Nikola, a process driven Graphic Designer focused on branding, print, and packaging design. Graduate of Arts University Bournemouth with 4+ years of experience and several design awards.

Nikola Slavov

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Hi, I’m Nikola, a process driven Graphic Designer focused on branding, print, and packaging design. Graduate of Arts University Bournemouth with 4+ years of experience and several design awards.

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Hi, I’m Nikola, a process driven Graphic Designer focused on branding, print, and packaging design. Graduate of Arts University Bournemouth with 4+ years of experience and several design awards.

Language

English
Fluent
Bulgarian
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at INKPRESSION®
December 10, 2021 - June 30, 2025
As my first full-time role after university, joining INKPRESSION® allowed me to apply my academic learning to real-world creative practice. 
I worked across branding, packaging, and print design, while occasionally helping with production management to ensure cohesive visual execution across all materials. 
I also contributed to concept creation for brand activations, along with design of diverse digital assets such as brand and pitch decks, CGI mockups for e-commerce and more. Collaborating closely with the Creative Director, I helped to facilitate brand strategy workshops with clients. Furthermore, I handled product photography and helped with art direction for photo and video shoots for both in-house use and client campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
July 1, 2025 - Present
In 2025, I launched my freelance design practice. Today, I collaborate with agencies and studios as a freelance designer, while also working directly with clients. My projects span small independent brands, local businesses, and major household names across fashion, sport, food & beverage, telecommunications and more. My recent work includes branding, print and packaging design, presentation design, and below-the-line (BTL) campaign assets.
Freelance Designer at Various Agencies and Studios
January 1, 2025 - Present
I collaborate with agencies and studios as a freelance designer, while also working directly with clients. My projects span small independent brands, local businesses, and major household names across fashion, sport, food & beverage, telecommunications and more.
Designer at Inkpression
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Developed branding, packaging, print, presentation decks, and communication design projects for clients across fashion, skincare and others. Contributed to brand strategy, creative concepts, art direction for photography and video campaigns.

Education

BA(Hons) at Arts University Bournemouth
September 15, 2019 - June 15, 2021
Ba(Hons) Graphic Design at Arts University Bournemouth
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Qualifications

D&AD New Blood Awards Wooden Pencil
July 15, 2021 - July 15, 2021
Pentawards SIlver
June 8, 2026 - June 8, 2026
D&AD New Blood Awards Wooden Pencil for Brand Refresh
July 15, 2021 - July 15, 2021

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Travel & Hospitality, Other
    RECKLESS WALLTZ

    RECKLESS WALLTZ is a celebration of Nasimo’s work from the past 30 years. An artist well known for his exploration of spirituality and emotional transcendence. The book is a reflection of his work throughout the years, representing the various stages of the artist’s evolution. It contains unreleased works, sketches and a glimpse into his world. Instead of showcasing his work chronologically, it’s divided into 7 chapters, each reflecting a state of mind – from primal to elevated. RECKLESS WALLTZ reflects the emotions every person goes through. It touches on themes such as anger, love and spirituality. Throughout the project, I regularly visited Nasimo in his studio, gaining insight into his art and everyday life. It was an essential part of the process as we could make the book an experience that reflects him both as an artist and a person. We captured techniques that developed his unique style into details and design decisions inside the book.

    HIVEKEY

    HIVEKEY is an honest honey brand defined by its firm commitment to prioritising bee health over profit. The beekeepers of HIVEKEY refuse to use any sugar or sugar derivatives as food for the colonies and instead leave behind enough honey for the bees to thrive in an optimal environment, resulting in a vibrant, healthy, and ethically produced product.

    The name reflects HIVEKEY’s bold and transparent approach to beekeeping. The slang term “high-key,” meaning something clear and expressed with intensity, is merged with “hive” to hint at the meticulous approach of the company’s beekeepers while also heightening awareness of the brand’s ambition to reshape the way we think about honey.

    The visual identity plays with the fluid, sticky character of the product, while the verbal identity foregrounds “honey,” reinforcing clarity and openness that are in line with the brand.

    NÓURA

    The main goal was to differentiate NÓURA from its competitors who often come across as cold, unapproachable, and visually unappealing. Together with the client, we set out to shift this perception by creating a fresh, friendly brand that not only looks welcoming but also communicates in a clear, easy-to-understand way. The scope of the project covered everything from naming and strategic foundation, crafting the visual identity and packaging, product photography and social media design. To bring it all together,

    I also built a fully functional Shopify e-commerce website, giving NÓURA a cohesive presence across every touchpoint. Following the launch, the brand gained traction quickly, generating strong revenue within the first few months. Now, three years later, NÓURA has established itself as a solid name within the supplement space in Bulgaria. The brand has also received positive feedback from both customers and the social media creators it collaborates with, particularly for its distinctive visual style.