Nina A. Ignatius

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I am passionate about developing brand design, offering both complex design systems for large multinational companies and creative solutions for small businesses and solo entrepreneurs.

About

I am passionate about developing brand design, offering both complex design systems for large multinational companies and creative solutions for small businesses and solo entrepreneurs. With over 30 years of international experience in respected companies, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. During my long career, I spent nearly 15 years abroad, collaborating with renowned branding agencies around the world — including Paris, Tokyo, Seoul, London, Sydney, and Edinburgh. This has given me significant insight into brand development, brand expansion, and the creation of diverse, tailored design systems suitable for both B2B and B2C clients.

I was excited to read the requirements for this role, as I feel I would be a great fit for your team. I believe I can offer the expertise and vision you are looking for. In addition, having run my own award-winning design business, I also understand the needs and expectations of small business owners. Years of presenting concepts in client meetings, public talks, and even on television have made me a confident and relaxed speaker, capable of communicating ideas clearly and engaging in constructive dialogue. I have also studied artificial intelligence independently, particularly in relation to content design.

  • 28 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • SwedishFluent
  • FinnishFluent
  • EnglishFluent
  • FrenchFluent
  • GermanBeginner
  • Spanish; CastilianBeginner
  • JapaneseBeginner

Industry experience

  • Professional Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • Retail
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 14 roles

Security Advisor · Verisure OyMay 2025 – Aug 2025 · 4 mos

Employed as Security Advisor in Helsinki from March 24, 2025, to May 5, 2025.

Creative Director · Tango, HelsinkiJan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos

Head of design responsible for leading creative direction and design initiatives.

Founder, CEO · Beibamboo OyJan 2009 – Present · 17 yrs 11 mos

Founded and ran an innovative and award-winning baby clothing design business based in Helsinki.

Creative Director in Charge of the Packaging Team · UnknownDec 2007 – Aug 2025 · 17 yrs 9 mos
Creative Director, Packaging Team Lead · TangoDec 2007 – Aug 2025 · 17 yrs 9 mos
Creative Director, Head of Design · TangoDec 2007 – Aug 2025 · 17 yrs 9 mos
Designer · Landor, LondonDec 2006 – Aug 2025 · 18 yrs 9 mos
Junior Designer, Packaging & Corporate Branding · Tayburn, EdinburghDec 2006 – Aug 2025 · 18 yrs 9 mos

Education

Arts Studies · Art & Design school1992 – 1995
Académie Charpentier · Académie Charpentier, Paris2021
Art & Design student · Académie Charpentier, Paris1992 – 1995
Arts studies (stilleben, art history, layout, typography, packaging) · Art & Design schools2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 5

Avainlippu2012 – 2025
Design Deed of the Year2012 – 2025
Forbes 40 Women Over Forty2012 – 2025
Design Deed of the Year2012 – 2025

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