In everyday life I always try to combine functional communication with artistic freedom. I value persistence as much as creativity, and learn quickly when challenged.

Silvija Topić

In everyday life I always try to combine functional communication with artistic freedom. I value persistence as much as creativity, and learn quickly when challenged.

Available to hire

In everyday life I always try to combine functional communication with artistic freedom.

I value persistence as much as creativity, and learn quickly when challenged.

Language

Croatian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Print Production Assistant at Gradska Tiskara Zagreb
September 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
Operated printing machinery and supported production workflow
Media Production Intern at Österreichisches Rotes Kreuz
July 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Produced promotional materials, booklets, and short videos; assisted with translation of project documentation
Production Graphics Intern at Nova TV
August 1, 2017 - September 29, 2025
Assisted in creating graphics for broadcast production; Supported senior designers in visual preparation for TV programs
COO & Graphic Designer at Pillar j.d.o.o.
August 1, 2020 - September 29, 2025
Oversaw daily operations of a small business (company closed in 2020); Designed marketing materials and managed social media presence; Coordinated website development and e-commerce activities; Supported accounting and online sales
Packaging Design Intern at Kaligraf d.o.o.
July 1, 2021 - September 29, 2025
Gained professional practice in packaging design and information hierarchy; Contributed to structuring product information for user-friendly presentation
Cashier & Warehouse Assistant at Konzum
August 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Managed retail transactions and assisted with stock organization
Graphic Designer & Co-Organizer at Underground d.o.o. techno collective
November 1, 2022 - Present
Developed visual and brand identities for events and campaigns; Designed graphics for print, digital media, and merchandise; Managed social media content and visual communication; Assisted in scenography production and event execution; Working at the bar and ticket office during the events
Founder & Lead Designer at 2FISH
January 1, 2025 - Present
Independent Freelance Graphic Design & Visual Arts Studio offering branding, print, and digital design; Custom canvas paintings; Hand-painted clothing and wearable art; Illustrations and print graphics; Client-focused, tailored design solutions
Founder & Lead Designer at 2FISH
January 1, 2025 - Present
Independent freelance graphic design and visual arts studio offering branding, print and digital design, canvas paintings, wearable art, illustrations, and client collaboration.
Graphic Designer & Co-Organizer at Underground d.o.o. techno collective
November 1, 2022 - Present
Developed visual and brand identities for events and campaigns; designed graphics for print, digital media, and merchandise; managed social media and visual communication; assisted in scenography production and event execution.
COO & Graphic Designer at Pillar j.d.o.o.
August 1, 2020 - September 29, 2025
Oversee daily operations of a small business; designed marketing materials and managed social media; coordinated website development and e-commerce; supported accounting and online sales.
Packaging Design Intern at Kaligraf d.o.o.
July 1, 2021 - September 29, 2025
Gained professional practice in packaging design and information hierarchy; contributed to structuring product information for user-friendly presentation.
Cashier & Warehouse Assistant at Konzum
August 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Managed retail transactions and assisted with stock organization.
Media Production Intern at Austrian Red Cross (Österreichisches Rotes Kreuz)
July 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Produced promotional materials, booklets, and short videos; assisted with translation of project documentation.
Print Production Assistant at Gradska Tiskara Zagreb
September 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
Operated printing machinery and supported production workflow.
Production Graphics Intern at Nova TV
August 1, 2017 - September 29, 2025
Assisted in creating graphics for broadcast production; supported senior designers in visual preparation for TV programs.

Education

Master’s Degree in Visual Communications, cum laude at School of Design, Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Contemporary Dance Program at Ana Maletić School of Contemporary Dance
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025
Master's Degree in Visual Communications, cum laude at School of Design, Faculty of Architecture, University of Zagreb, Croatia
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Contemporary Dance Program at Ana Maletić School of Contemporary Dance, Zagreb
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail