I'm Nicoleta Rotaru, an experienced Creative Director with over 2000 branding projects under my belt. I specialize in establishing clear creative direction, delivering high-quality branding, and guiding cross-functional teams from concept to final execution. I thrive on client collaboration, strong communication, and mentoring designers to grow their skills. I stay curious about trends and technology to bring fresh, inventive solutions to diverse audiences.

Nicoleta Rotaru

I'm Nicoleta Rotaru, an experienced Creative Director with over 2000 branding projects under my belt. I specialize in establishing clear creative direction, delivering high-quality branding, and guiding cross-functional teams from concept to final execution. I thrive on client collaboration, strong communication, and mentoring designers to grow their skills. I stay curious about trends and technology to bring fresh, inventive solutions to diverse audiences.

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I’m Nicoleta Rotaru, an experienced Creative Director with over 2000 branding projects under my belt. I specialize in establishing clear creative direction, delivering high-quality branding, and guiding cross-functional teams from concept to final execution.

I thrive on client collaboration, strong communication, and mentoring designers to grow their skills. I stay curious about trends and technology to bring fresh, inventive solutions to diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Director at Spark Creative
August 1, 2022 - Present
Establishes the creative direction for all branding projects; oversees multiple projects from inception to client presentation, ensuring high-quality final designs; supervises daily workflow of the design department; motivates and provides feedback to design teams; develops creative concepts for branding across diverse audiences; communicates with clients to understand requirements and resolve issues; creates procedures to optimize efficiency; contributes to staff training.
Senior Graphic Designer & Project Manager at Spark Creative
May 1, 2018 - August 31, 2022
Created logo concepts based on briefs; presented options to clients; worked with various styles and tools; produced character design and illustration on client requests; managed design projects and coordinated with clients.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Spark Creative Marketing Inc.
February 1, 2016 - May 31, 2018
Developed branding materials for multiple clients; created engaging Facebook covers, posts, and contests; designed event materials including menus, invitations, table numbers, and stickers.
Graphic Designer at KOON, Bucharest
February 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016
Graphic Designer at KOON, creating branding materials and graphic assets; remote work from home as part of marketing/advertising projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree at SNSPA, Bucharest
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014

Qualifications

Digital Skills: User Experience
April 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026
Web Design course
April 1, 2023 - February 16, 2026
Advanced Graphic Design in Advertising
July 1, 2014 - February 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other