I’m Elena Nicolae, a creative professional based in Brasov with nearly a decade of experience in advertising. I started as a painter and found my passion in visual storytelling, eventually specializing in graphic design and video editing. I love turning concepts into engaging visuals, blending artful detail with practical branding to deliver content that resonates with audiences. In my work I transform key visuals into animated banners, video assets, and motion graphics across digital channels. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, staying up-to-date with industry trends, and continually refining my craft to create compelling, on-brand experiences for clients.

Elena Nicolae

I’m Elena Nicolae, a creative professional based in Brasov with nearly a decade of experience in advertising. I started as a painter and found my passion in visual storytelling, eventually specializing in graphic design and video editing. I love turning concepts into engaging visuals, blending artful detail with practical branding to deliver content that resonates with audiences. In my work I transform key visuals into animated banners, video assets, and motion graphics across digital channels. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, staying up-to-date with industry trends, and continually refining my craft to create compelling, on-brand experiences for clients.

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I’m Elena Nicolae, a creative professional based in Brasov with nearly a decade of experience in advertising. I started as a painter and found my passion in visual storytelling, eventually specializing in graphic design and video editing. I love turning concepts into engaging visuals, blending artful detail with practical branding to deliver content that resonates with audiences.

In my work I transform key visuals into animated banners, video assets, and motion graphics across digital channels. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, staying up-to-date with industry trends, and continually refining my craft to create compelling, on-brand experiences for clients.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Editor and Digital Designer at MRM (McCann Romania)
June 1, 2021 - Present
Developed original visual concepts with a strong focus on video editing, motion graphics, and animations; created engaging digital designs, GIFs, and videos aligned with client branding; produced video montages and social posts; collaborated with cross-functional teams and stayed current with industry trends.
Freelance Video Editor and Graphic Designer at Art Accolade
June 1, 2021 - October 10, 2025
Led branding and design for print and digital distribution, created layouts for newsletters and banners, edited photos and videos using Adobe Creative Suite, and delivered visually compelling content for clients across veterinary, dental, insurance, and educational sectors.
Account Manager at Trade Media
November 1, 2019 - October 10, 2025
Provided strategic recommendations to enhance brand effectiveness, identified client requirements, delivered tailored product solutions and promotions, managed accounts, and supported social media and digital campaigns to boost outreach.
Client Service Representative at TGV Media
August 1, 2014 - October 10, 2025
Promoted client satisfaction by resolving service issues, maintained documentation of interactions, generated new business opportunities, monitored sales metrics, and supported account administration.
Marketing Manager at Ghetura Advertising
May 1, 2009 - October 10, 2025
Planned, coordinated, and monitored marketing campaigns and advertising projects; crafted briefs; developed the company’s communication strategy; built relationships with media partners; ensured deadlines and high-quality outputs.
Media Planner at Integral Group Media
May 1, 2008 - October 10, 2025
Analyzed consumer behavior data to budget campaigns, assessed program performance, produced forecasts, and developed a distinctive brand identity across communications; planned promotional events and negotiated vendor contracts.
Freelance Video Editor and Graphic Designer at Art Accolade
January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Founded and operated Art Accolade, a freelance creative brand. Led the creation, analysis, and preparation of print and digital files across channels, and contributed to branding and rebranding initiatives. Designed layouts for newsletters, banners, and marketing materials. Executed photo and video editing using the Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and developed motion graphics to enhance online presence. Collaborated with the creative team to deliver projects on time, working with diverse clients including veterinary clinics, dental practices, insurance companies, and educational providers.
Account Manager at Trade Media
August 1, 2014 - November 1, 2019
Provided strategic recommendations to enhance brand effectiveness and product benefits. Guided customers through the selection process with tailored solutions, identified requirements, and delivered promotions aligned with budgets. Set and achieved sales targets, collaborated with the sales team to expand the client base, introduced new offerings, and proactively managed accounts. Enhanced advertising outreach by executing effective social media and digital campaigns.
Client Service Representative at TGV Media
May 1, 2009 - August 1, 2014
Promoted client satisfaction by collaborating with operations to resolve service issues. Processed customer forms and updates with meticulous attention to detail, maintained documentation of interactions, and provided prompt, knowledgeable support. Built networks to generate new business opportunities, monitored sales metrics, and contributed to strategic decisions. Maintained client transaction records, and supported proposals, bids, and budgets.
Marketing Manager at Ghetura Advertising
May 1, 2008 - May 1, 2009
Planned, coordinated, and monitored marketing campaigns and advertising projects. Crafted internal and client briefs, developed the company’s communication strategy with Sales, and built relationships with media partners. Created and distributed newsletters to drive brand awareness and ensured deadlines and quality standards across initiatives.
Media Planner at Integral Group Media
June 1, 2006 - May 1, 2008
Analyzed consumer behavior data to plan targeted campaigns across media outlets. Evaluated campaign performance, prepared forecasts, and contributed to brand identity across communications. Planned and executed promotional events, negotiated vendor contracts, and produced promotional materials to maximize impact.

Education

Graphic Designer at ILEAD INTERACTIVE
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Image Editor at Atelierele Ilbah
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Adobe Photoshop at PH Learn
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Art Education at Davinciartschool
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2014
Media Communication for Advertisers at Qualians
April 1, 2010 - April 1, 2010
Accounting and Finance at Spiru Haret
August 1, 2009 - August 1, 2009
Graphic Designer Certificate at ILEAD INTERACTIVE
February 1, 2022 - December 8, 2025
Image Editor at Atelierele Ilbah
January 1, 2021 - December 8, 2025
Adobe Photoshop at PHL EARN
January 1, 2020 - December 8, 2025
Art Education at Davinciartschool
December 1, 2014 - December 8, 2025
Media Communication for Advertisers at Qualians
April 1, 2010 - December 8, 2025
Accounting and Finance at Spiru Haret University
August 1, 2009 - December 8, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other