I'm Olena Mentus, a creative graphic designer with over 7 years of experience in the art and design industry. I blend a strong fine arts background with modern digital tools like Figma and Adobe Illustrator to craft functional and aesthetically cohesive brand identities. I've thrived in remote environments, managed design workflows, and enjoy helping businesses stand out through clear visual systems and thoughtful typography. I'm passionate about delivering high-quality work that balances creativity with practical brand strategy.

Olena Mentus

I'm Olena Mentus, a creative graphic designer with over 7 years of experience in the art and design industry. I blend a strong fine arts background with modern digital tools like Figma and Adobe Illustrator to craft functional and aesthetically cohesive brand identities. I've thrived in remote environments, managed design workflows, and enjoy helping businesses stand out through clear visual systems and thoughtful typography. I'm passionate about delivering high-quality work that balances creativity with practical brand strategy.

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I’m Olena Mentus, a creative graphic designer with over 7 years of experience in the art and design industry. I blend a strong fine arts background with modern digital tools like Figma and Adobe Illustrator to craft functional and aesthetically cohesive brand identities.

I’ve thrived in remote environments, managed design workflows, and enjoy helping businesses stand out through clear visual systems and thoughtful typography. I’m passionate about delivering high-quality work that balances creativity with practical brand strategy.

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Language

Ukrainian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
English
Advanced
Russian
Fluent

Work Experience

Chill Art at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
I have worked on various projects as a freelance illustrator, providing services including custom illustrations, graphic design and art direction.
Freelance Digital Illustrator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Collaborating with clients to create unique digital artwork and illustrations tailored to their needs.
Illustrator at Chill Art
January 1, 2012 - Present
Created illustrations and artwork for various projects, focusing on digital art and animation.
Freelancer at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Developed a range of graphic design projects including book illustrations, character designs, and digital portraits.
Chilli Art at Freelance Digital Illustrator
January 1, 2016 - Present
As a freelance digital illustrator, I took on various projects, creating artworks for clients ranging from books to promotional material. My role allowed me to leverage my skills in digital tools while meeting diverse client needs.
Freehand Digital Illustrator at Chill Art
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
I honed my illustration techniques and developed a unique style, working on various artistic projects. This role deepened my understanding of art direction and creative concept development.
Senior Designer (Remote) at Chilli Art
January 1, 2019 - Present
Developed visual concepts and design systems for diverse digital projects. Created high-quality layouts for digital and print media, ensuring brand consistency. Managed task distribution within the design team and performed quality control. Adapted quickly to changing project requirements. Maintaining high productivity in a 100% remote setup for 7 years.

Education

Art-Painter at PNEPROPETROVSK THEATRE AND ART COLLEGE DTHK
October 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Ukrainian Language and Literature at GYMNASIUM №136
September 1, 1999 - May 1, 2008
Art-Painter at ДНІПРОПЕТРОВСКИЙ ТЕАТР І МИСТЕЦТВО
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Ukrainian Language Studies at GYMNASIUM №136
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2008
Theatre and Art College DTHK at Dnepropetrovsk
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Ukrainian Language and Literature at GYMNASIUM №136
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2008
Specialist Degree: Artist-Painter (Theater Artist) at Dnepropetrovsk Theatre and Art Academy
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Secondary Education at Gymnasium No. 136
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2008
Professional Course: Graphic & Brand Design at Edu Genius Space UA
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

Professional Course: Graphic & Brand Design
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education