Hi, I'm Aleksandra Kurganova, a Creative Graphic Designer with over 7 years of experience specializing in branding, UX, and visual design. I am passionate about building cohesive design systems across both digital platforms and print, and I enjoy leading teams and managing visual concepts from start to finish. Based in Berlin, I am open to remote or hybrid roles and love collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance brand engagement through high-quality visuals. I have worked with a variety of clients, from cultural organizations to startups, and I am skilled in creating everything from print collateral to digital advertising campaigns. I also embrace new technology, including AI tools, to improve creative workflows and deliver projects efficiently. If you're looking for a dedicated designer who combines creativity with strategic thinking, I'd love to connect!…

Aleksandra Kurganova

Hi, I'm Aleksandra Kurganova, a Creative Graphic Designer with over 7 years of experience specializing in branding, UX, and visual design. I am passionate about building cohesive design systems across both digital platforms and print, and I enjoy leading teams and managing visual concepts from start to finish. Based in Berlin, I am open to remote or hybrid roles and love collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance brand engagement through high-quality visuals. I have worked with a variety of clients, from cultural organizations to startups, and I am skilled in creating everything from print collateral to digital advertising campaigns. I also embrace new technology, including AI tools, to improve creative workflows and deliver projects efficiently. If you're looking for a dedicated designer who combines creativity with strategic thinking, I'd love to connect!…

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Hi, I’m Aleksandra Kurganova, a Creative Graphic Designer with over 7 years of experience specializing in branding, UX, and visual design. I am passionate about building cohesive design systems across both digital platforms and print, and I enjoy leading teams and managing visual concepts from start to finish. Based in Berlin, I am open to remote or hybrid roles and love collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance brand engagement through high-quality visuals.

I have worked with a variety of clients, from cultural organizations to startups, and I am skilled in creating everything from print collateral to digital advertising campaigns. I also embrace new technology, including AI tools, to improve creative workflows and deliver projects efficiently. If you’re looking for a dedicated designer who combines creativity with strategic thinking, I’d love to connect!

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Language

Russian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Paper & Tea
December 31, 2025 - July 25, 2025
Developed digital advertising and social media campaigns aligned with the brand's premium aesthetic. Created art direction concepts and assisted in planning photoshoots. Implemented AI tools to streamline creative workflows and reduce production costs. Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing, product, and e-commerce teams. Contributed to increased engagement and broader media reach through targeted, high-quality visual content.
Graphic Designer at Paper & Tea
December 31, 2025 - July 25, 2025
Developed digital advertising and social media campaigns aligned with the brand’s premium aesthetic. Created art direction concepts and assisted in planning photoshoots. Implemented AI tools to streamline creative workflows and reduce production costs. Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing, product, and e-commerce teams. Contributed to increased engagement and broader media reach through targeted, high-quality visual content.
Art Director / Lead Graphic Designer at Creative Agency
December 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Led rebranding and campaign execution for cultural clients and DTC startups. Oversaw designers and freelancers; directed creative from pitch to delivery. Created scalable design systems and maintained brand consistency across channels. Delivered web, social, OoH, and editorial campaigns with a strong visual voice.
Art Director / Lead Graphic Designer at Creative Agency
December 31, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Led rebranding and campaign execution for cultural clients and DTC startups. Oversaw designers and freelancers, directing creative from pitch to delivery. Created scalable design systems and maintained brand consistency across channels. Delivered web, social, Out of Home (OoH), and editorial campaigns with a strong visual voice.
Graphic Designer at Berlin International University
December 31, 2019 - July 25, 2025
Created print and event collateral including brochures, posters, and catalogs. Designed layouts to communicate clearly within an academic and international setting. Ensured production quality and brand consistency.
Graphic Designer at Berlin International University
December 31, 2019 - July 25, 2025
Created print and event collateral including brochures, posters, and catalogs. Designed layouts to communicate clearly within an academic and international setting. Ensured production quality and brand consistency.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Delivered full branding packages including logos, color systems, typography, and brand guidelines. Designed websites and campaign visuals using Figma and Readymag. Crafted storytelling visuals for social campaigns and crowdfunding. Guided small teams on creative direction, ensuring brand consistency across platforms.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Delivered full branding packages including logos, color systems, typography, and brand guidelines. Designed websites and campaign visuals using Figma and Readymag. Crafted storytelling visuals for social campaigns and crowdfunding. Guided small teams on creative direction, ensuring brand consistency across platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture at Moscow Architecture Institute
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2017
Graphic design & Visual Communication at Berlin International University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Bachelor of Architecture at Moscow Architecture Institute
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2017
Graphic Design & Visual Communication at Berlin International University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Motion Design course
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Typography, graphic & editorial course
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Architectural workshop for refugees
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Motion Design course
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Typography, graphic & editorial course
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Architectural workshop for refugees
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Other, Consumer Goods