Hello! I’m Oksana—a multidisciplinary artist, photographer, artist, videographer who loves telling stories through photography, film and visuals. I create photography, arts, videos, prints, illustrations and visual content, work on creative projects. I enjoy traveling, exploring nature and different cultures. I’m curious by nature, embrace learning new skills, and thrive in friendly, collaborative environments. Over the years I’ve built an online print-on-demand business, worked in cafes and retail, and collaborated on creative projects across Europe, England, North America and Australia. I bring a hands-on approach to projects, combine traditional and digital techniques, and continuously expand my skill set.

Oksana Gontsar

Hello! I’m Oksana—a multidisciplinary artist, photographer, artist, videographer who loves telling stories through photography, film and visuals. I create photography, arts, videos, prints, illustrations and visual content, work on creative projects. I enjoy traveling, exploring nature and different cultures. I’m curious by nature, embrace learning new skills, and thrive in friendly, collaborative environments. Over the years I’ve built an online print-on-demand business, worked in cafes and retail, and collaborated on creative projects across Europe, England, North America and Australia. I bring a hands-on approach to projects, combine traditional and digital techniques, and continuously expand my skill set.

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Hello! I’m Oksana—a multidisciplinary artist, photographer, artist, videographer who loves telling stories through photography, film and visuals. I create photography, arts, videos, prints, illustrations and visual content, work on creative projects. I enjoy traveling, exploring nature and different cultures. I’m curious by nature, embrace learning new skills, and thrive in friendly, collaborative environments.

Over the years I’ve built an online print-on-demand business, worked in cafes and retail, and collaborated on creative projects across Europe, England, North America and Australia. I bring a hands-on approach to projects, combine traditional and digital techniques, and continuously expand my skill set.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Shop Owner / Creator (Online Print on Demand) at Arts, Illustration and Photography Prints Shop
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Created and ran an online print-on-demand shop; designed prints using fine arts, illustrations, paintings and photographs; photographed products; managed Etsy, Instagram and Pinterest; handled customer service and social media marketing; used Procreate, Lightroom and Canva.
Team Lead & Merchandiser at Urban Outfitters
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Creative retail team lead; merchandising & styling across departments; managing window displays and floors; adapting to fast-changing trends; customer service and back-office duties.
Supervisor/ Team Lead at Yorks Café, IKON Gallery
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017
Creative cafe role; photography of daily life, writing engaging descriptions for social media; order management, deliveries, cash handling, events and venue setup.
Customer Advisor / Senior Financial Advisor at Royal Bank of Scotland
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016
Customer service and advisory role; mortgage, bonds and PPI departments; handling sensitive information and documents.
Receptionist / Front Office at Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
First point of contact for hotel guests; professional, friendly service; customer service and back-office duties; interdepartmental coordination.
Supervisor / Receptionist at Tallinn Backpackers / Monks & Alur Hostels
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Supervisor and receptionist in a busy hostel; guest check-ins/outs, reservations, rostering, issue resolution; photography of hostel life for social platforms.
Verification Specialist at Tallinn Veriff (Global Identity Verification)
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Worked for a startup app providing fast document and identity checks online; handled sensitive documents; multi-system environment; high responsibility and team collaboration.

Education

Diploma in Art & Design (Level 2) – Distinction at The Manchester College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Ayurveda Diploma at Ayurveda Institute
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Medical Science Diploma at Unknown
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Social Media / Digital Marketing at Self-Study / Online Courses
January 1, 2025 - November 16, 2025
35mm Film Photography & Digital Photography at Self-Study
January 1, 2007 - November 16, 2025

Qualifications

Verification Specialist in global identity verification
August 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018
Diploma in Art & Design (Level 2) – Distinction
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Ayurveda Diploma
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Medical Science Diploma
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Social Media / Digital Marketing (Online Course)
January 1, 2025 - November 16, 2025
35mm Film Photography & Digital Photography
January 1, 2007 - November 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services