I am Adriana (Ada) Bucur, a professional graphic designer and photographer with over 20 years of experience in journalism and media communication. I specialize in visual storytelling, branding, illustration, video, and motion graphics, helping brands communicate clearly and creatively across print, digital, and social media. I collaborate closely with clients to develop cohesive brand identities and engaging content from concept to final production. My work spans branding, web visuals, photography, and video, with a strong emphasis on usability, impact, and storytelling that resonates with audiences.…

Adriana (Ada) Bucur

I am Adriana (Ada) Bucur, a professional graphic designer and photographer with over 20 years of experience in journalism and media communication. I specialize in visual storytelling, branding, illustration, video, and motion graphics, helping brands communicate clearly and creatively across print, digital, and social media. I collaborate closely with clients to develop cohesive brand identities and engaging content from concept to final production. My work spans branding, web visuals, photography, and video, with a strong emphasis on usability, impact, and storytelling that resonates with audiences.…

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I am Adriana (Ada) Bucur, a professional graphic designer and photographer with over 20 years of experience in journalism and media communication. I specialize in visual storytelling, branding, illustration, video, and motion graphics, helping brands communicate clearly and creatively across print, digital, and social media.

I collaborate closely with clients to develop cohesive brand identities and engaging content from concept to final production. My work spans branding, web visuals, photography, and video, with a strong emphasis on usability, impact, and storytelling that resonates with audiences.

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English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Part-time Contract) at RE IT Consulting
October 1, 2024 - September 27, 2025
Conducted on-site video and photo shoots; edited and enhanced videos and photos for marketing and promotional use; developed design solutions for various marketing projects; designed and developed the website to support the company’s online presence.
Graphic Designer at ADA Design
October 1, 2024 - September 27, 2025
Conducted photo and video shoots, including editing and post-production, to deliver high-quality visual content; created motion graphics; developed brand identities and cohesive social media assets; designed illustrations and marketing materials for print and digital platforms; designed websites to strengthen brand presence and improve user experience.
Graphic Designer at ACEL Power
October 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and maintained brand identity, designed and produced marketing materials; created digital assets including icons, illustrations, photography, and videos; led the company website redesign, developing page templates, graphics, and content; supported social media campaigns; created and managed HubSpot templates for email campaigns and landing pages to support marketing automation; supported product design with AI-generated visuals; contributed to trade show presence with booth layouts.
Graphic Designer at Picnic Social Strategies
July 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025
Captured high-quality videography and photography for diverse client projects; edited and enhanced photos and videos for marketing and promotional campaigns; designed social media graphics and templates to ensure brand consistency; produced marketing materials for print and digital distribution; developed brand identities and designed websites to strengthen clients’ online presence.
Graphic Designer Intern at Studio Nuvo & Picnic Social Strategies & Vancouver Fashion Week
November 1, 2022 - September 27, 2025
Developed brand strategies and visual designs for local businesses; created client proposals and presentations to support marketing; designed and built websites to enhance brand visibility; filmed and edited Reels and Stories to drive engagement; conducted on-site photo and video shoots, including editing for final delivery.
Magazine Editor at Reader’s Digest Romania
October 1, 2017 - September 27, 2025
Authored and edited recurring monthly sections and wrote in-depth articles on social and health topics; coordinated editorial production workflow to ensure timely publication; conducted surveys and edited translated articles to maintain quality; coordinated public relations activities to enhance visibility.
Journalist at Libertatea Daily Newspaper
March 1, 2006 - September 27, 2025
Head of the Social Department, authored original articles and carried out editorial tasks; held official journalistic accreditation enabling privileged access to key sources.
Writer & Photographer (Volunteer) at The Campus Resident Newspaper
October 1, 2024 - October 15, 2025
On-call contributor; wrote and photographed content for campus newspaper, supporting storytelling and publication.
Photographer (Volunteer) at UBC Child Education Program Exhibition
December 31, 2018 - October 15, 2025
Exhibited nature photography to support a child education program; presented at UBC (2018).

Education

Photography Certification at Langara College
October 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Graphic Design Diploma at VCC College
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2023
Bachelor of Agri-food and Environmental Economics at The University of Economic Studies, Bucharest, Romania
October 1, 1991 - July 1, 1995

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Other, Computers & Electronics

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