With over a decade of experience in visual communication and brand development, I have co-founded multiple creative ventures, combining design, entrepreneurship, and community-building into meaningful, sustainable brands. I thrive on leading visual identity projects and creating bespoke graphic solutions that help clients express their unique stories. I’m passionate about fostering creative collaboration and providing supportive environments for independent professionals and creators. I also enjoy designing functional and playful products like paper planners that help people organize their work and personal growth holistically.

Ana Berišaj Bertalanič

With over a decade of experience in visual communication and brand development, I have co-founded multiple creative ventures, combining design, entrepreneurship, and community-building into meaningful, sustainable brands. I thrive on leading visual identity projects and creating bespoke graphic solutions that help clients express their unique stories. I’m passionate about fostering creative collaboration and providing supportive environments for independent professionals and creators. I also enjoy designing functional and playful products like paper planners that help people organize their work and personal growth holistically.

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With over a decade of experience in visual communication and brand development, I have co-founded multiple creative ventures, combining design, entrepreneurship, and community-building into meaningful, sustainable brands. I thrive on leading visual identity projects and creating bespoke graphic solutions that help clients express their unique stories.

I’m passionate about fostering creative collaboration and providing supportive environments for independent professionals and creators. I also enjoy designing functional and playful products like paper planners that help people organize their work and personal growth holistically.

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Language

English
Fluent
Croatian
Intermediate
Serbian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Visual Designer / Co-Founder at devet.design
February 1, 2016 - June 11, 2024
Lead visual identity design and print projects for diverse clients. Specialized in developing brand systems, creative stationery, and custom graphic solutions through the devet.design studio.
Visual Designer / Co-Founder at GIG Coworking
March 1, 2017 - June 11, 2024
Co-founded a coworking space in Grosuplje that fosters entrepreneurship and creative collaboration. Provided a safe and supportive environment with eight workspaces tailored for independent professionals and creators.
Visual Designer / Co-Founder at Phoebe d.o.o.
October 1, 2018 - June 11, 2024
Co-created a playful and functional paper planner for organizing work, leisure, and well-being. Designed with flexibility in mind, featuring a modular layout and symbolic system for holistic life tracking and personal growth.
Visual Designer at ADA Design s.p.
March 1, 2013 - February 1, 2016
Oversaw book and magazine layout design during a colleague's maternity leave. Managed DTP and print preparation processes, with a focus on book publishing and editorial projects.
Communications Specialist at Zkotz d.o.o. / GOAT STORY
December 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015
Handled communication with thousands of Kickstarter backers during a viral campaign launch. Provided fast, courteous, and fluent English-language support via Kickstarter and email, contributing to a smooth supporter experience.
Graphic Designer at Big Bang d.o.o.
April 1, 2014 - July 1, 2014
Created high volumes of promotional banners for consumer electronics under tight deadlines, temporarily covering a colleague's medical leave with full responsibility for ongoing visual marketing needs.
Protocol Coordinator at Eurobasket2013
August 1, 2013 - October 1, 2013
Managed VIP protocol operations at venues in Jesenice and later Ljubljana. Responsibilities included guest seating for political delegates, overseeing hospitality in VIP lounges, and coordinating overall service in high-profile areas.
Editor in Chief at Fora d.o.o.
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011
Led a team of editors responsible for curating IPTV program listings for T-2. Developed and implemented a complete editorial workflow for a newly established service, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and smooth team coordination.

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Other