I am a multidisciplinary designer with a strong background in educational publishing, and I am transitioning into e-learning. I enjoy creating visual and interactive learning materials for international audiences and shaping engaging course content. I work across visual storytelling, layout, and collaboration with teacher-writers and editors. I am proficient in PowerPoint, Illustrator, InDesign, and Rise, and I am expanding my expertise in LMS logic, SCORM, and instructional design to enhance digital learning experiences.

Iryna Smekhova

I am a multidisciplinary designer with a strong background in educational publishing, and I am transitioning into e-learning. I enjoy creating visual and interactive learning materials for international audiences and shaping engaging course content. I work across visual storytelling, layout, and collaboration with teacher-writers and editors. I am proficient in PowerPoint, Illustrator, InDesign, and Rise, and I am expanding my expertise in LMS logic, SCORM, and instructional design to enhance digital learning experiences.

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I am a multidisciplinary designer with a strong background in educational publishing, and I am transitioning into e-learning. I enjoy creating visual and interactive learning materials for international audiences and shaping engaging course content.

I work across visual storytelling, layout, and collaboration with teacher-writers and editors. I am proficient in PowerPoint, Illustrator, InDesign, and Rise, and I am expanding my expertise in LMS logic, SCORM, and instructional design to enhance digital learning experiences.

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Language

English
Advanced
Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Photographer & Graphic Designer at Theatre on Podil
January 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
Created all visual communications for performances. Maintained a photo archive and produced print materials for cultural events.
Graphic Designer at Korners Auction House
January 1, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Led layout and production of print catalogs, built a digital archive, and designed the organization’s website.
Graphic Designer at National Art Museum of Ukraine
January 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Produced printed materials and publications for exhibitions; digitized and cataloged parts of the museum’s collection.
Graphic Designer – Educational Content at Twinkl Educational Publishing, UK (Remote)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed printable and digital learning materials for students across multiple countries following the British curriculum.
Course Creator & Instructor – Design & Creative Thinking at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
January 1, 2022 - October 8, 2025
Developed and delivered original course focused on creative thinking for design students. Structured learning objectives, created slide-based lessons and exercises. Used interactive visuals and real-world cases to support engagement and comprehension. Contributed to instructional design knowledge and learner-centered approach.
Photographer & Graphic Designer at Theatre on Podil
December 31, 2024 - October 8, 2025
Create all visual communications for performances. Maintain a photo archive and produce print materials for cultural events.
Art Director at Korners Auction House
December 31, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Lead layout and production of print catalogs, build a digital archive, and design the organization's website.
Graphic Designer – Educational Content at Twinkl Educational Publishing
January 1, 2024 - Present
Design educational content and learning materials for digital and print formats, collaborating with editors and educators in a remote UK-based team.
Course Creator & Instructor at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
December 31, 2022 - October 8, 2025
Developed and delivered an original course focused on creative thinking for design students. Structured learning objectives, slide-based lessons, and exercises using interactive visuals and real-world cases.
Graphic Designer – Educational Content at Twinkl Educational Publishing
January 1, 2024 - Present
Educational content design for a broad range of resources, focusing on visual clarity and learner engagement.
Graphic Designer – Educational Content at Twinkl Educational Publishing
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed printable and digital learning materials for students across multiple countries following the British curriculum. Collaborated with teacher-writers and editors to produce age-appropriate and pedagogically sound resources. Applied principles of visual hierarchy and information clarity to maximize learner engagement. Participated in live trainings sessions and iterative content design with cross-functional teams. Developed prototypes of interactive slides and modules using PowerPoint; currently transitioning to Articulate Rise.
Course Creator & Instructor – Design & Creative Thinking at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
January 1, 2022 - October 8, 2025
Developed and delivered an original course focused on creative thinking for design students. Structured learning objectives, created slide-based lessons and exercises. Used interactive visuals and real-world case studies to support learner engagement. Collaborated with co-instructors to align content with program aims.
Photographer & Graphic Designer at Theatre on Podil
January 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
Created all visual communications for performances. Maintained a photo archive and produced print materials for cultural events.
Art Director at Corners Auction House
January 1, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Led layout and production of print catalogs, built a digital archive, and designed the organization's website.
Graphic Designer at National Art Museum of Ukraine
January 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Produced printed materials and publications for exhibitions; digitized and cataloged parts of the museum’s collection.
Graphic Designer – Educational Content at Twin Kle Educational Publishing
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed printable and digital learning materials for students across multiple countries, following the British curriculum. Collaborated with teacher-writers and editors to produce age-appropriate and pedagogically sound resources. Applied visual hierarchy and information clarity to maximize learner engagement. Participated in live training sessions and iterative content design with cross-functional teams. Developed prototypes of interactive slides and modules using PowerPoint; currently transitioning to Articulate Rise. Gained experience in LMS logic, digital learning workflows, and SCORM compatibility.
Course Creator & Instructor at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
December 31, 2022 - October 8, 2025
Developed and delivered an original course focused on creative thinking for design students. Structured learning objectives, created slide-based lessons and exercises. Used interactive visuals and real-world cases to support engagement and comprehension. This experience contributes to instructional design knowledge and a learner-centered approach.
Photographer & Graphic Designer at Theatre on Podil, Kyiv
January 1, 2024 - October 8, 2025
Created all visual communications for performances. Maintained a photo archive and produced print materials for cultural events.
Art Director at Korners Auction House, Kyiv
January 1, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Led layout and production of print catalogs, built a digital archive, and designed the organization's website.
Graphic Designer at National Art Museum of Ukraine
January 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Produced printed materials and publications for exhibitions; digitized and cataloged parts of the museum’s collection.

Education

bachelor of art at National Ukrainian Academy of Arts an Architecture
June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Artist at Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture, Kyiv, Ukraine
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Course Creator & Instructor – Design & Creative Thinking at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts at Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture, Kyiv, Ukraine
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Course: Design & Creative Thinking at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Course Creator & Instructor – Design & Creative Thinking at Kyiv College of Arts / Kyiv National University of Technology and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts at Academy of Fine Arts and Architecture, Kyiv, Ukraine
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts (Graphic Artist)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Other