I’m a Sofia-based graphic designer and photographer specializing in book covers, posters, branding, and event photography. I freelance to help clients tell their stories visually, from concept through to polished final pieces. With a background in library science and hands-on experience in information management, I bring organization, reliability and a user-centered approach to every project. I value clear communication and collaborative problem solving, and I love turning ideas into branding and imagery that resonate.

Dr. Marijana Talanova

I’m a Sofia-based graphic designer and photographer specializing in book covers, posters, branding, and event photography. I freelance to help clients tell their stories visually, from concept through to polished final pieces. With a background in library science and hands-on experience in information management, I bring organization, reliability and a user-centered approach to every project. I value clear communication and collaborative problem solving, and I love turning ideas into branding and imagery that resonate.

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I’m a Sofia-based graphic designer and photographer specializing in book covers, posters, branding, and event photography. I freelance to help clients tell their stories visually, from concept through to polished final pieces.

With a background in library science and hands-on experience in information management, I bring organization, reliability and a user-centered approach to every project. I value clear communication and collaborative problem solving, and I love turning ideas into branding and imagery that resonate.

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Language

Bulgarian
Fluent
English
Intermediate
Russian
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Design and Photography Freelancer at Self-employed
October 1, 2025 - Present
Providing graphic design and photography services including book covers, posters, billboards, brochures; event photography; photo editing; business cards; building brand identity.
Librarian at Central Medical Library Sofia
March 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Serving readers, arranging and replenishing the library collection, processing library documents; digitizing periodicals and handling reader orders.
Librarian at NUKK Sofia
April 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Serving readers, arranging the library collection, replenishing the library collection and processing library documents.
Librarian at Bulgarian National Radio Sofia
April 1, 2020 - September 1, 2022
Serving readers and users, organizing the library's collection.
Librarian at Diplomatic Institute Sofia
July 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Reader and user service, library collection organization.
Librarian at Regional Library "Stiliyan Chilingirov" Shumen
May 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Service to readers and users, organization of the library's collection.
Sales Consultant at Kaufland Sofia
May 1, 2007 - November 1, 2008
Customer service, arrangement and sales of Kaufland products.

Education

Doctorate at University of Library Science and Information Technologies Sofia
October 1, 2016 - October 1, 2019
Master at University of Library Science and Information Technologies Sofia
October 1, 2013 - April 1, 2015
Bachelor at University of Library Science and Information Technologies Sofia
October 1, 2009 - July 1, 2013
Professional at Communication Technology, PG in Audio, Video and Telecommunications, Sofia
September 1, 1991 - June 1, 2004

Qualifications

Erasmus intensive program
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
Certificate of participation in the International Forum in Sofia (2014)
January 1, 2014 - December 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other