I’m a graphic designer with a deep interest in visual storytelling, creative direction, and the emotional impact behind great design. Over the past few years, I’ve worked across freelance, agency, and collaborative projects—experiences that have shaped my voice and helped me grow as both a creative and a communicator. I love blending traditional and digital media—drawing, painting, branding, layout—and approaching every project from both a conceptual and visual point of view. What excites me most is the bigger picture: creating design systems and stories that connect with people, spark something, and stay with them. I’m equally passionate about art direction and curating experiences—whether through event production, collaborative exhibitions, or cultural pop-ups that bring communities and ideas together in meaningful, visual ways.

Martina Hristova

I’m a graphic designer with a deep interest in visual storytelling, creative direction, and the emotional impact behind great design. Over the past few years, I’ve worked across freelance, agency, and collaborative projects—experiences that have shaped my voice and helped me grow as both a creative and a communicator. I love blending traditional and digital media—drawing, painting, branding, layout—and approaching every project from both a conceptual and visual point of view. What excites me most is the bigger picture: creating design systems and stories that connect with people, spark something, and stay with them. I’m equally passionate about art direction and curating experiences—whether through event production, collaborative exhibitions, or cultural pop-ups that bring communities and ideas together in meaningful, visual ways.

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I’m a graphic designer with a deep interest in visual storytelling, creative direction, and the emotional impact behind great design. Over the past few years, I’ve worked across freelance, agency, and collaborative projects—experiences that have shaped my voice and helped me grow as both a creative and a communicator. I love blending traditional and digital media—drawing, painting, branding, layout—and approaching every project from both a conceptual and visual point of view.

What excites me most is the bigger picture: creating design systems and stories that connect with people, spark something, and stay with them. I’m equally passionate about art direction and curating experiences—whether through event production, collaborative exhibitions, or cultural pop-ups that bring communities and ideas together in meaningful, visual ways.

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Language

English
Fluent
Bulgarian
Fluent
Russian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-employed
December 1, 2021 - Present
Worked with clients across fashion, lifestyle, and wellness to develop brand identities, digital content, and print materials. Designed visuals for social media, packaging, campaigns, and web use. Balanced creative direction, client communication, and delivery under tight deadlines.
Graphic Design Intern at Advertising Agency
April 30, 2024 - August 5, 2025
Assisted the creative team in concepting and designing campaign visuals for a variety of brands. Supported the development of social media assets, pitch decks, and branding materials. Collaborated with art directors and senior designers on client presentations.
Founder & Designer – Personal Brand at Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Created and sold hand-drawn, one-of-a-kind fashion pieces and wearable art. Handled all aspects of the brand: design, photography, branding, packaging, and marketing. Participated in and co-organized cultural pop-ups and multi-artist events, handling lineup curation and space planning.
Event & Cultural Projects (Freelance & Collaborative) at Various (Lisbon & Sofia)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Co-curated multi-artist parties and bazaars, including event planning, lineup curation, and vendor coordination. Participated in solo and group exhibitions, handling artwork layout, installation, and opening-night support.

Education

BA in Graphic Design at New Bulgarian University, Sofia
October 1, 2021 - August 5, 2025
Erasmus Exchange – Global Design at Lisbon, Portugal
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Secondary Education Mathematics & Informatics Profile at Bulgaria
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Cambridge English Level 2 Certificate – C1 Advanced
January 11, 2030 - August 5, 2025
Advertising Academy Certificate (NBU)
January 1, 2023 - August 5, 2025
Drawing & Painting Courses
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

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