I am Olha Batashova-Halinska, a final-year BA (Hons) Graphic Communication student at Norwich University of the Arts, based in Norwich, UK. I work as a freelance graphic designer developing visual communication solutions for small local businesses and community-based organisations, with projects spanning branding, printed materials, digital assets, and social media visuals. I have completed 20+ design outcomes during my studies and freelance practice, collaborating both independently and within organisational frameworks. I enjoy concept development, visual research, layout design, and translating client needs into practical design outcomes while adapting to real-world constraints and deadlines.…

Olha Batashova-Halinska

I am Olha Batashova-Halinska, a final-year BA (Hons) Graphic Communication student at Norwich University of the Arts, based in Norwich, UK. I work as a freelance graphic designer developing visual communication solutions for small local businesses and community-based organisations, with projects spanning branding, printed materials, digital assets, and social media visuals. I have completed 20+ design outcomes during my studies and freelance practice, collaborating both independently and within organisational frameworks. I enjoy concept development, visual research, layout design, and translating client needs into practical design outcomes while adapting to real-world constraints and deadlines.…

Available to hire

I am Olha Batashova-Halinska, a final-year BA (Hons) Graphic Communication student at Norwich University of the Arts, based in Norwich, UK. I work as a freelance graphic designer developing visual communication solutions for small local businesses and community-based organisations, with projects spanning branding, printed materials, digital assets, and social media visuals.

I have completed 20+ design outcomes during my studies and freelance practice, collaborating both independently and within organisational frameworks. I enjoy concept development, visual research, layout design, and translating client needs into practical design outcomes while adapting to real-world constraints and deadlines.

See more

Language

Ukrainian
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Independent (Freelance)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed visual communication solutions for small local businesses and community-based organisations, including branding, printed materials, digital assets, and social media visuals. Engaged in concept development, visual research, layout design, and adapting designs to client needs and constraints.
Kitchen assistant at MHA Cromwell House - Residential Care Home
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Maintained cleanliness, assisted the chef, supported residents, and facilitated relationships with colleagues and residents; helped residents with questions and problems.
Personal banker at NatWest
November 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Resolved customer issues with the banking app and explained banking terms in plain language to customers with limited financial understanding.
Cashier at JSB UKRGASBANK, Ukraine
October 1, 2016 - June 1, 2022
Trained other cashiers in insurance processing, developed the flyers and advertising posters for banking products, resolved customer issues with the banking app, and liaised with the programming team to resolve them.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic Communication at Norwich University of the Arts
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Maths GCSE (Grade 5) at Norfolk County Council
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
ESOL English course at Norfolk County Council
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Junior specialist in finance and credit at College of Economics and Social Work named after I.I. Mechnikova
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
English course STEP at World Jewish Relief and the British Council
January 1, 2024 - February 6, 2026

Qualifications

Maths GCSE (Grade 5)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
ESOL English course
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Junior specialist in finance and credit
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
English course STEP
January 1, 2024 - February 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail
    paper Museum of Medicine - Branding and Identity

    This is an identity for a museum that combines the history of medicine, alchemical traditions, and scientific discoveries. The visual style is based on sketches of ancient medical instruments, plants, and symbols that reflect the mystical and scientific nature of healing practices. I developed the complete branding, including the logo, colour palette, typography, and the application of the identity in the museum space.

    I created a logo animation that brings it to life with light, shadow, and textures inspired by alchemical manuscripts. The project combines a deep historical atmosphere with modern design solutions, immersing visitors in a world of medical mysteries and discoveries.

    paper Illustration - Poster - Julian of Norwich

    The Routes, Networks and Connections poster competition was organised by Norwich University of the Arts in collaboration with the Norwich Printing Museum and Jarrolds. The brief was to create a poster reflecting the history of Norfolk and Norwich, as well as the connections between people and ideas. I created an illustration dedicated to Julian of Norwich, using a stained glass style to highlight the historical and cultural heritage of the city.

    After the competition, St Julian’s Church showed interest in my work and offered to purchase the rights to use it. They also asked me to create several versions with modified inscriptions so the illustration could be used for souvenir products and printed materials.