I believe that emotional engagement is the key to success in any endeavor. For me, that means loving what I do and genuinely looking forward to each workday—at least 95% of the time! I’m not just seeking another job; I’m driven to contribute to great and meaningful work that makes a real difference.

Michael Lupescu

I believe that emotional engagement is the key to success in any endeavor. For me, that means loving what I do and genuinely looking forward to each workday—at least 95% of the time! I’m not just seeking another job; I’m driven to contribute to great and meaningful work that makes a real difference.

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I believe that emotional engagement is the key to success in any endeavor. For me, that means loving what I do and genuinely looking forward to each workday—at least 95% of the time! I’m not just seeking another job; I’m driven to contribute to great and meaningful work that makes a real difference.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video Producer at halfpod.com
August 1, 2025 - Present
Produces podcast-style videos.
Multimedia Developer / Video Producer at NexJ SYSTEMS
February 1, 2023 - July 16, 2025
Handled video production, voice-overs, graphic design, and photography to create engaging multimedia content that met company goals.
Multimedia Developer / Video Producer at NexJ SYSTEMS
June 1, 2013 - February 28, 2023
Performed video production, voice-overs, graphic design, and photography; supported multimedia development and production workflows.
Creative Lead at HORN
November 1, 2011 - July 16, 2025
Provided creative direction, graphic design for web and print, and video production, leading a creative team to deliver impactful projects.
Senior Designer at JOBS IN DUBAI
September 1, 2010 - July 16, 2025
Freelance role involving web and print design as well as front-end web development, delivering client projects efficiently.
Creative Lead at HORN
August 1, 2008 - November 30, 2011
Provided creative direction for web/print and led video production; created graphic design for digital and print deliverables for small-scale production efforts.
Senior Designer at JOBS IN DUBAI (Freelance)
August 1, 2007 - September 30, 2010
Delivered web and print design and supported front-end web development for freelance client needs; handled image sourcing and optimization.
Graphic Designer at MSN CANADA
June 1, 2007 - July 16, 2025
Designed and produced banners, landing pages, and web pages, performed image sourcing and optimization for web campaigns.
Graphic Designer at MSN CANADA
June 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007
Designed and produced banners, landing pages, and web pages; managed image sourcing and optimization for web deliverables.
Senior Designer at TEKIYAH CREATIVE
January 1, 2006 - July 16, 2025
Graphic design for print media including magazine publications, ads, posters, brochures, and flyers to support clients’ marketing efforts.
Senior Designer (Full-time Contract) at TEKIYAH CREATIVE
August 1, 2005 - January 31, 2006
Created print graphic design for magazines and advertising including ads, posters, brochures, and flyers.
Web/GUI Designer at NORTH PLAINS SYSTEMS CORP.
July 1, 2005 - July 16, 2025
Designed GUI for web based Digital Asset Management tool and created graphic designs for newsletters to enhance user experience.
Web/GUI Designer at NORTH PLAINS SYSTEMS CORP.
July 1, 2004 - July 31, 2005
Designed graphical user interfaces for a web-based DAM tool and produced graphic design for newsletters.
Developer/Designer at OGILVY MATHER
November 1, 2002 - July 16, 2025
Performed front-end web development to create visually appealing and functional websites, collaborating with teams to deliver client solutions.
Developer/Designer at Ogilvy Mather
June 1, 2000 - November 30, 2002
Worked on front-end web development and designed digital experiences.

Education

Computer Graphics at International Academy of Design and Technology
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Computer Graphics at International Academy of Design and Technology
January 1, 1997 - July 13, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    halfpod

    Short-form video, filmed with intent. Because your message shouldn’t be buried in a 60 minute podcast.

    Most creators spend hours recording long-form podcasts, hoping to find a few seconds of gold in the edit. At halfpod, we do the opposite. Your message shouldn’t be buried in a 60-minute podcast. We don’t ask you to look for the needle in the haystack—we just build the needle.