Portfolio: nikolai-hastur.squarespace.com 2nd Year Engineering student at Imperial College London with a passion for ergonomic design, synergetic application of technology, innovation and design to solve everyday problems. I thrive in taking on extra-curricular work to build my practical skills in design and technology through collaborative projects, which require out-of-the-box thinking.…

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Portfolio: nikolai-hastur.squarespace.com 2nd Year Engineering student at Imperial College London with a passion for ergonomic design, synergetic application of technology, innovation and design to solve everyday problems. I thrive in taking on extra-curricular work to build my practical skills in design and technology through collaborative projects, which require out-of-the-box thinking.…

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Portfolio: nikolai-hastur.squarespace.com

2nd Year Engineering student at Imperial College London with a passion for ergonomic design, synergetic application of technology, innovation and design to solve everyday problems.

I thrive in taking on extra-curricular work to build my practical skills in design and technology through collaborative projects, which require out-of-the-box thinking.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Research & Development Intern at ChaYkra Yoga Mats
November 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Applied technology to improve product while delivering on natural and sustainable brand appeal.
Communications Designer at Infinite Orbits Satellites
July 1, 2025 - Present
Developed visual assets such as logos, graphics and image content for a satellite launch proposal, translating abstract ideas into clear visuals well-received by internal stakeholders.
Freelance Illustrator at @kael_the_pancake
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2024
Designed illustrations, products, and characters while establishing an engaging social media identity.
Junior UX/UI Designer at PashaPay FinTech
July 1, 2024 - Present
Designed UI solutions for an e-wallet app, presented to the dev team, and optimized digital workplaces.
Storyboard Artist at Collider Studios
December 1, 2021 - July 1, 2023
Produced detailed storyboards for short films, ads, music videos, and animations with quick turnaround.
Concept Artist at Bemuse Drinks
April 1, 2023 - Present
Developed visual assets and animations for social media marketing with a focus on bee conservation.
Social Media and Community Manager at @cosa.species
April 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Led art-based social media community, successfully organizing virtual community events and managing staff.

Education

MEng Design Engineering at Imperial College London
January 1, 2024 - May 17, 2026
GCSEs, A-levels, EPQ at Highgate School
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

UX Design Google Certificate
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
British Biology Olympiad 2023 Bronze
January 1, 2023 - May 17, 2026
Physics Olympiad 2023 Bronze I
January 1, 2023 - May 17, 2026
Art Form prize 2021
January 1, 2021 - May 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services
    paper Communications Designer for Satellite Launch Proposal

    I worked with Infinite Orbits to develop visual assets such as logos, graphics and image content for a satellite launch proposal, integrating feedback constructively and translating abstract ideas into clear visuals well-received by internal stakeholders.

    Deliverables:

    • Custom font for company
    • Design validation presentations
    • Static and animated infographics
    • Satellite logo (vector)
    • Iterative concept art
    • Animated vanity card for satellite

    Software used:

    • ProCreate
    • Adobe After Effects
    • Figma
    • InDesign
    • ProCreate Dreams
    • Adobe Illustrator
    paper UX/UI Designer for eWallet app

    I worked with PashaPay to design UI solutions for their e-wallet app, presented my design decisions to the development team, and optimized the UX/UI team’s digital workspaces while seamlessly matching the style of the company’s existing brand identity.

    Deliverables:

    • New user flow for app: wireframed, designed, and prototyped
    • Optimized system for easily adding partner logos to a Figma design
    • Design validation presentations

    Software used:

    • ProCreate
    • Figma
    • Adobe Illustrator