I am Ivaylo Minchev, a graphic designer with over 14 years of experience in visual communication across both digital and print media. My journey began in 2012 with creating flyers for DJ gigs, which evolved into a professional career driven by my passion for design. My diverse skill set spans from leading national campaigns to establishing strong local presences for brands and initiatives. Over the years, I've contributed to high-profile campaigns for major clients and had the chance to co-found a music label. My experience includes collaborating with talented teams and executing high-impact design work under tight deadlines. I love pushing the boundaries of design and creating visually compelling narratives.

Ivaylo Minchev

I am Ivaylo Minchev, a graphic designer with over 14 years of experience in visual communication across both digital and print media. My journey began in 2012 with creating flyers for DJ gigs, which evolved into a professional career driven by my passion for design. My diverse skill set spans from leading national campaigns to establishing strong local presences for brands and initiatives. Over the years, I've contributed to high-profile campaigns for major clients and had the chance to co-found a music label. My experience includes collaborating with talented teams and executing high-impact design work under tight deadlines. I love pushing the boundaries of design and creating visually compelling narratives.

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I am Ivaylo Minchev, a graphic designer with over 14 years of experience in visual communication across both digital and print media. My journey began in 2012 with creating flyers for DJ gigs, which evolved into a professional career driven by my passion for design. My diverse skill set spans from leading national campaigns to establishing strong local presences for brands and initiatives.

Over the years, I’ve contributed to high-profile campaigns for major clients and had the chance to co-found a music label. My experience includes collaborating with talented teams and executing high-impact design work under tight deadlines. I love pushing the boundaries of design and creating visually compelling narratives.

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Experience Level

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Expert
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Language

English
Advanced
Bulgarian
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Freelancer
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2017
Worked as a freelance graphic designer creating diverse design projects for clients.
Graphic Designer at Muse Creativity
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Created graphic designs for the agency's clients.
Prepress DTP Operator at DSN Artwork & Prepress
October 1, 2018 - April 30, 2019
Worked in pre-press and production side of design, gaining experience with printing techniques, formats, and materials.
Graphic Designer at Go Guide magazine / HiComm magazine
November 1, 2019 - May 31, 2020
Graphic design work for magazines.
Graphic Designer at Pokerstars / guts&brainsDDB
January 1, 2021 - June 24, 2024
Responsible for digital campaigns, key visuals, storyboard concepts, and print materials. Worked with brands including McDonald's, Heineken, and Jameson on impactful brand visuals across multiple formats and media channels.
Design Lead at Rise The Bet
October 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Led a team of designers, managed workflow, scheduling, quality control, and task delegation to ensure high-impact design delivery under tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer at gotabrands
March 1, 2023 - Present
Responsible for creating unique graphic designs that align with client branding and marketing strategies. Worked on various projects including digital ads, branding materials, and social media campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Bugaboo
February 1, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop graphics for marketing campaigns and user interfaces, focusing on enhancing user experience and engagement.
Senior Designer at gutsybrain
May 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Led design projects for clients in various sectors, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Mentored junior designers and shared best practices.
Designer at Design ARTWORK & Graphics
February 1, 2017 - September 8, 2025
Assisted in designing promotional materials, website graphics, and branding solutions for local businesses.
DTP Operator at Pres Press DTP Operator
December 1, 2014 - September 8, 2025
Operated desktop publishing software to create layouts for print media and ensured the final products adhered to quality standards.
Graphic Designer at Freelancer
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Worked on various projects as a freelancer, focusing on graphic design, branding, and visual communication.
Graphic Designer at DSN Artwork & Prepress
October 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
Operated as a Prepress DTP operator, focusing on image preparation and print design.
Graphic Designer at guts&brainsDDB
November 1, 2020 - October 1, 2024
Worked on various high-impact digital campaigns with a focus on brand storytelling.

Education

High School Diploma at English Language Media School
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2008
Bachelor's at Burgas Free University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor in Marketing & Digital Graphics at Burgas Free University
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
Bachelors Degree in Marketing & Digital Communications at Burgas Free University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

English Language Media School
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services