I’m a fashion and brand-focused editor, writer, and designer with a track record of developing editorial content, brand identities, and marketing strategies for luxury and culture-driven projects. My experience spans fashion education programs, live-brand campaigns, and high-end client relationships, blending creative storytelling with practical brand execution. Currently based between Barcelona and Europe, I bring fluency in English, Russian, Slovenian, and working knowledge of Italian and Spanish to cross-cultural teams. I thrive in remote collaboration, love turning complex briefs into clear narratives, and am actively exploring opportunities at the intersection of publishing, fashion, and luxury branding. Actively taking lessons to elevate my Spanish.

Maria Vahrusheva

I’m a fashion and brand-focused editor, writer, and designer with a track record of developing editorial content, brand identities, and marketing strategies for luxury and culture-driven projects. My experience spans fashion education programs, live-brand campaigns, and high-end client relationships, blending creative storytelling with practical brand execution. Currently based between Barcelona and Europe, I bring fluency in English, Russian, Slovenian, and working knowledge of Italian and Spanish to cross-cultural teams. I thrive in remote collaboration, love turning complex briefs into clear narratives, and am actively exploring opportunities at the intersection of publishing, fashion, and luxury branding. Actively taking lessons to elevate my Spanish.

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I’m a fashion and brand-focused editor, writer, and designer with a track record of developing editorial content, brand identities, and marketing strategies for luxury and culture-driven projects. My experience spans fashion education programs, live-brand campaigns, and high-end client relationships, blending creative storytelling with practical brand execution.

Currently based between Barcelona and Europe, I bring fluency in English, Russian, Slovenian, and working knowledge of Italian and Spanish to cross-cultural teams. I thrive in remote collaboration, love turning complex briefs into clear narratives, and am actively exploring opportunities at the intersection of publishing, fashion, and luxury branding. Actively taking lessons to elevate my Spanish.

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Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
German
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Editorial & Creative Assistant at John Brevard
May 1, 2026 - Present
Supporting the development of the debut book project by a CFDA-recognised designer and artist John Brevard; manuscript editing and editorial coordination across book production stages; creative project management—tracking deliverables, timelines, and production milestones; contributing to creative direction and brand narrative consistency throughout the publication.
Sales & Commercial Associate at Private Wealth & Asset Management Firm
December 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025
Managed relationships with high-net-worth private clients across financial advisory services and luxury asset portfolios, including a private collection of high-end automobiles; prepared bespoke commercial documentation including contracts, tailored sales proposals, and invoices for private transactions; coordinated with international suppliers and oversaw procurement for private client orders; supported promotional activities and contributed to sales strategy in a discreet, premium client environment.

Education

Fashion Business Programme at Istituto Marangoni
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023

Qualifications

Creative Writing
January 1, 2025 - June 9, 2026
Introduction to Creative Thinking
January 1, 2024 - June 9, 2026
Introduction to Negotiation
January 1, 2023 - June 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services, Retail, Education