Hi, I’m Ekaterina Smorodina. I’m a graphic designer with a strong foundation in advertising, visual identity, and UI/UX. I’m skilled in digital and print media and proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Figma. I bring a meticulous, team-oriented approach to every project, delivering purposeful and visually compelling design solutions. I also bring over 10 years of engineering experience, applying structured problem-solving, precision, and teamwork to deliver purposeful and visually compelling design solutions.

Ekaterina Smorodina

Hi, I’m Ekaterina Smorodina. I’m a graphic designer with a strong foundation in advertising, visual identity, and UI/UX. I’m skilled in digital and print media and proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Figma. I bring a meticulous, team-oriented approach to every project, delivering purposeful and visually compelling design solutions. I also bring over 10 years of engineering experience, applying structured problem-solving, precision, and teamwork to deliver purposeful and visually compelling design solutions.

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Hi, I’m Ekaterina Smorodina. I’m a graphic designer with a strong foundation in advertising, visual identity, and UI/UX. I’m skilled in digital and print media and proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Figma. I bring a meticulous, team-oriented approach to every project, delivering purposeful and visually compelling design solutions.
I also bring over 10 years of engineering experience, applying structured problem-solving, precision, and teamwork to deliver purposeful and visually compelling design solutions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Design Intern at Mindful Dancers
April 1, 2025 - Present
Designed marketing materials, including responsive email templates, banners, and client presentations; produced line illustrations for a children’s coloring book project; maintained brand consistency across digital channels and Shopify-based content.
Graphic Designer at Humber Polytechnic (Men’s Varsity Basketball Team)
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Created social media graphics to drive fan engagement and loyalty; collaborated with the marketing team to deliver on-brand visuals within tight deadlines; developed new concepts and ideas while maintaining brand guidelines.
Exploration and Production Analyst at IHS Markit (merged with S&P Global in 2022)
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2022
Researched and analyzed diverse data sources in the oil and gas sector to build and maintain an accurate database; ensured quality control for the global exploration and production contracts database; provided comprehensive client support by promptly identifying and implementing solutions; collaborated with regional and global teams to enhance data coverage and improve project outcomes.
Field Engineer at Schlumberger Ltd
August 1, 2011 - June 1, 2016
Operated and supervised engineering service delivery on oil and gas rigs during active drilling operations; provided clients with information, support, and service-related solutions; guided junior engineers through training and mentorship; fostered strong communication and built constructive relationships with clients and contractors.

Education

Advertising & Graphic Design Diploma (Honours) at Humber College
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
B.Eng. in Mining Engineering at Tyumen State Oil and Gas University, Tyumen, Russia
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

M.Eng. in Groundwater Surveying, Exploration and Geological Engineering
January 11, 2030 - May 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Professional Services