I'm Hristian Georgiev, a multidisciplinary creative designer based in Portland, blending branding and visual storytelling across print and digital. With 13+ years of experience, I bridge cross-cultural gaps for international brands and run Monster Locks Studio Salon and Monster Designs, overseeing branding, packaging concepts, and e-commerce assets. My work spans salon artistry, publishing, and digital content; I routinely combine traditional design with AI-driven ideation to deliver bold visuals that resonate. I'm fluent in English and Bulgarian, and I thrive on collaboration, delivering 5-star experiences for clients.

Hristian Georgiev

I'm Hristian Georgiev, a multidisciplinary creative designer based in Portland, blending branding and visual storytelling across print and digital. With 13+ years of experience, I bridge cross-cultural gaps for international brands and run Monster Locks Studio Salon and Monster Designs, overseeing branding, packaging concepts, and e-commerce assets. My work spans salon artistry, publishing, and digital content; I routinely combine traditional design with AI-driven ideation to deliver bold visuals that resonate. I'm fluent in English and Bulgarian, and I thrive on collaboration, delivering 5-star experiences for clients.

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I’m Hristian Georgiev, a multidisciplinary creative designer based in Portland, blending branding and visual storytelling across print and digital. With 13+ years of experience, I bridge cross-cultural gaps for international brands and run Monster Locks Studio Salon and Monster Designs, overseeing branding, packaging concepts, and e-commerce assets.

My work spans salon artistry, publishing, and digital content; I routinely combine traditional design with AI-driven ideation to deliver bold visuals that resonate. I’m fluent in English and Bulgarian, and I thrive on collaboration, delivering 5-star experiences for clients.

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Language

English
Fluent
Bulgarian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Owner & Creative Director at Monster Locks Studio Salon
April 1, 2021 - Present
Founded and operate an independent studio specializing in avant-garde, fashion-forward hair artistry. Designed and implemented branding, marketing, and promotional content; achieved consistent 5-star Google reviews. Produced campaign visuals, reels, and lookbooks; managed social media, client communications, and seasonal promotions.
Founder & Designer at Monster Designs
January 1, 2024 - Present
Brand identities, packaging concepts, and marketing assets for lifestyle and alternative brands. Designed 60+ Amazon KDP activity books (concept to print-ready covers/interiors) using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Book Bolt. Applied AI image generation + prompt engineering to accelerate concepting while maintaining brand voice.
Owner at Etsy E-Commerce Store
January 1, 2018 - Present
Manage a 5-star shop with a global customer base; product design, listings/SEO, marketing, and fulfillment. Product photography, mockups, and conversion-focused descriptions to drive sales.
Freelance Graphic & Video Designer at Various small businesses (Fashion & Lifestyle)
January 1, 2023 - October 26, 2025
Logos, social graphics, and promo videos; edited marketing videos in Premiere Pro; delivered brand-consistent visuals on tight timelines.
Owner & Creative Director at Monster Locks Studio Salon
April 1, 2021 - Present
Founded and operates an independent studio specializing in avant-garde, fashion-forward hair artistry; designed branding, marketing, and promotional content; produced campaign visuals, reels, and lookbooks; manages social media, client communications, and seasonal promotions; maintained consistent 5-star Google reviews.
Founder & Designer at Monster Designs
January 1, 2024 - Present
Brand identities, packaging concepts, and marketing assets for lifestyle and alternative brands; designed 60+ Amazon KDP activity books (concept to print-ready covers/interiors) using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Book Bolt; applied AI image generation and prompt engineering to accelerate concepting while preserving brand voice.
Owner at Etsy E-commerce Store
January 1, 2018 - Present
Manage a 5-star shop with a global customer base; product design, listings/SEO, marketing, and fulfillment; product photography, mockups, and conversion-focused descriptions to drive sales.
Freelance Graphic & Video Design at Self-employed / Freelance
December 31, 2023 - October 26, 2025
Logos, social graphics, and promo videos for small businesses in fashion/lifestyle sectors; edited marketing videos in Premiere Pro; delivered brand-consistent visuals on tight timelines.

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing at University of Economics, Varna, Bulgaria
January 11, 2030 - October 26, 2025
High School Diploma — English & IT Focus at Pleven, Bulgaria
January 11, 2030 - October 26, 2025
Bachelor's in Marketing at University of Economics, Varna, Bulgaria
January 11, 2030 - October 26, 2025
High School Diploma (English & IT Focus) at Pleven, Bulgaria
January 11, 2030 - October 26, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Other