I’m a Helsinki-based graphic and web designer with 15 years of experience in digital marketing. I run Cobalt Studio, delivering branding, web design, and digital marketing consulting with both hands-on execution and reliable guidance from strategy to implementation. I combine strong visual craft with technical and analytical skills thanks to dual master’s degrees in Management and Information Systems. My goal is to build long-term partnerships by providing clear, high-quality design and responsive websites, managing the full workflow (design, technical administration, and SEO) and supporting business growth through data-driven marketing and consulting.

Gennady Kurushin

I’m a Helsinki-based graphic and web designer with 15 years of experience in digital marketing. I run Cobalt Studio, delivering branding, web design, and digital marketing consulting with both hands-on execution and reliable guidance from strategy to implementation. I combine strong visual craft with technical and analytical skills thanks to dual master’s degrees in Management and Information Systems. My goal is to build long-term partnerships by providing clear, high-quality design and responsive websites, managing the full workflow (design, technical administration, and SEO) and supporting business growth through data-driven marketing and consulting.

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I’m a Helsinki-based graphic and web designer with 15 years of experience in digital marketing. I run Cobalt Studio, delivering branding, web design, and digital marketing consulting with both hands-on execution and reliable guidance from strategy to implementation. I combine strong visual craft with technical and analytical skills thanks to dual master’s degrees in Management and Information Systems.

My goal is to build long-term partnerships by providing clear, high-quality design and responsive websites, managing the full workflow (design, technical administration, and SEO) and supporting business growth through data-driven marketing and consulting.

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Finnish
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English
Advanced
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Owner at Six Pieces Oy
September 1, 2025 - Present
Provide design and marketing services to support business development, including brand identity creation, website building, and digital marketing campaign planning.
Co-Founder at Pyörien Pyörä Oy
March 1, 2023 - Present
Co-founded an organization focused on business development with related design and marketing efforts. (Exact project scope not specified in the provided resume text.)
Graphic Designer | Web Designer | Marketing Consultant at Cobalt Studio
September 1, 2015 - Present
Provide branding, web design, and digital marketing consulting. Design clear visual materials for digital and print channels. Build fast, responsive websites end-to-end (visual design, technical administration, SEO). Support business growth for past and current clients including Soft Protector Oy, Recover Nordic Oy, and UNA Oy.
Business Development Manager at BFIX Oy
October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015
Analyzed and developed sales strategies through client research and relationship building. Identified business opportunities, set sales targets, and negotiated commercial agreements.
Marketing Manager at Tespack Ltd.
March 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Managed product and concept development and designed print and digital marketing materials. Used digital marketing to improve product placement and brand performance.
Senior Business Analyst at Blackwood Real estate, Ltd.
November 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012
Collected and evaluated data to support project planning and business concept development. Produced detailed industry reports and developed financial, marketing, and sales forecasts.
Marketing Manager at Hitek Group, Ltd.
March 1, 2010 - March 1, 2011
Conducted market analysis and customer surveys for new product launches and evaluated product portfolios. Created visual assets, managed social media, and developed reports and forecasts.
Consulting Analyst at Penny Lane Realty, Ltd.
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Supported project development via data collection, market research, and financial valuation. Produced industry reports and drafted corporate press releases.

Education

Master of Science (MSc), Electronic and Mobile Commerce at Åbo Akademi
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Master's Degree, Business Administration and Management at Moscow State University of Economics, Statistics and Informatics
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Education, Financial Services