I'm Viktoriia Cherepanova, a multifaceted professional with a Master's in Journalism and Media Communications and over 10 years of diverse experience in media, event management, visual arts, and studio operations. I have a proven ability to lead creative initiatives, manage teams, organize events, and contribute meaningfully to social and political causes. I bring strong communication, diplomacy, organizational, technical and artistic skills, with a deep commitment to community engagement and innovation. I am eager to continue growing while making a tangible impact, drawing on my background in both artistic and operational management to build supportive, efficient, and inspiring work environments. I strive to lead with integrity, deliver results that reflect both artistic vision and organizational excellence, and to navigate new challenges with creativity and collaboration.

Viktoriia Cherepanova

I'm Viktoriia Cherepanova, a multifaceted professional with a Master's in Journalism and Media Communications and over 10 years of diverse experience in media, event management, visual arts, and studio operations. I have a proven ability to lead creative initiatives, manage teams, organize events, and contribute meaningfully to social and political causes. I bring strong communication, diplomacy, organizational, technical and artistic skills, with a deep commitment to community engagement and innovation. I am eager to continue growing while making a tangible impact, drawing on my background in both artistic and operational management to build supportive, efficient, and inspiring work environments. I strive to lead with integrity, deliver results that reflect both artistic vision and organizational excellence, and to navigate new challenges with creativity and collaboration.

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I’m Viktoriia Cherepanova, a multifaceted professional with a Master’s in Journalism and Media Communications and over 10 years of diverse experience in media, event management, visual arts, and studio operations. I have a proven ability to lead creative initiatives, manage teams, organize events, and contribute meaningfully to social and political causes. I bring strong communication, diplomacy, organizational, technical and artistic skills, with a deep commitment to community engagement and innovation.

I am eager to continue growing while making a tangible impact, drawing on my background in both artistic and operational management to build supportive, efficient, and inspiring work environments. I strive to lead with integrity, deliver results that reflect both artistic vision and organizational excellence, and to navigate new challenges with creativity and collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Department at Freedom Zone
April 30, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Volunteer role leading operations for political education, human rights education and community engagement. Organized public forums, round tables, educational events, and cultural initiatives; coordinated volunteers and contributed to strategic planning. Managed financial tracking and donations using Excel; built communication between political, community, and artistic sectors to advance peace and shared goals. Conducted information gathering and research to support initiatives.
Visual Artist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2016 - November 21, 2025
Multidisciplinary artist (tattoo artist, illustrator, painter and designer). Managed all operations including client relations, scheduling, marketing and creative direction. Work featured across social platforms and with clients. Proficient in Procreate, Adobe Illustrator and Figma; experienced in multiple artistic styles with 10+ years of practice.
Studio Manager at Flame Wise Ink
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Oversee daily activities to ensure efficiency, profitability, and regulatory compliance. Develop and implement strategic plans to drive growth and market presence. Manage, mentor, and train staff (internship artists); identify opportunities for expansion and drive sales growth. Ensure operations comply with applicable regulations and company policies.
Head of Department at Freedom Zone
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Volunteer political non‑profit; lead operations for a department focused on political and human rights education and community engagement. Organize public forums, round tables, educational events, and cultural initiatives (community artists gathering with arts related to the topic). Coordinate volunteers and contribute to strategic planning. Excel sheets for accounting money flow and donations. Build communication between political field, local community and artistic field for common peace and goal. Information gathering and research related to the matter and goal.
Visual Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2016 - November 26, 2025
Multidisciplinary artist (tattoo artist, illustrator, painter and designer). Manage all aspects of operations including client relations, scheduling, marketing and creative direction. Work featured across social platforms and on real people’s bodies. Proficient in Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, Figma. Over 10 years of experience.
Studio Manager at Flame Wise Ink
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Oversee daily activities to ensure efficiency, profitability, and compliance with regulations. Develop and implement strategic plans to drive growth, market presence, and achieve business goals. Manage, mentor, and train staff (internship artists), fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment. Identify opportunities for expansion and drive sales growth through various initiatives. Ensure the business operates in compliance with all relevant government regulations and company policies.
Director of Social Programs and Crisis Response at Russian Libertas Corpus
January 1, 2026 - Present
Volunteer leadership of social programs and crisis-response initiatives in migration, humanitarian protection, gender-based violence, and crisis response; policy analysis and advocacy; crisis assessment and response planning; safeguarding and trauma-informed practice; external relations and strategic partnerships; public education; reporting and knowledge production; advisory support to leadership and Board.
Concept Artist at Drom Taberna
December 1, 2025 - Present
Create original visual concepts, illustrations, and artistic assets aligned with project objectives; interpret social, humanitarian, and advocacy themes; produce digital or traditional visual assets; collaborate with program teams to ensure visual coherence and conceptual accuracy.
Head of Department at Freedom Zone
October 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Lead operations for a department focused on political, human rights education and community engagement; organize public forums, round tables, educational events, and cultural initiatives; coordinate volunteers and contribute to strategic planning; budgeting and donor communications; build cross-sector partnerships.
Studio Manager at Flame Wise Ink
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Oversee daily activities to ensure efficiency, profitability, and regulatory compliance; develop and implement strategic plans to drive growth, market presence, and business goals; manage, mentor, and train staff; identify opportunities for expansion and drive sales; ensure compliance with government regulations and company policies.

Education

Tangible Things (current studies) at Harvard University
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025
3D design, programming, UI/UX design and management courses at George Brown College
January 1, 2022 - November 21, 2025
Master’s in Journalism and Media Communications at People's Friendship University of Russia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Tangible Things (current studies) at Harvard University
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025
3D design, programming, UI/UX design and management courses at George Brown College
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Master’s in Journalism and Media Communications at People’s Friendship University of Russia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Tangible Things program at Harvard University
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
3D design, programming, UI/UX design and management courses at George Brown College
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Master’s in Journalism and Media Communications at People’s Friendship University of Russia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Tangible Things at Harvard University
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Coursework in 3D Design, Programming, UI/UX Design and Management at George Brown College
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Master’s in Journalism and Media Communications at People’s Friendship University of Russia
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Master’s in Journalism and Media Communications
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
3D Design, Programming, UI/UX Design & Management Courses
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Tangible Things (Harvard University)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Other, Government