Hi, I'm Maria Papadouli, a Designer and Visual Anthropologist passionate about blending architecture, media, and performance to create compelling visual and cultural stories. With extensive experience in spatial design, exhibition curation, and stage management, I've had the pleasure to work with remarkable institutions like Urban Soul Project, KW Institute for Contemporary Art, and the Greek National Opera. I hold three master’s degrees in Architecture, Visual Anthropology, and Theater, and I'm always eager to bridge creativity and narrative to craft immersive experiences. When I'm not designing, you might find me composing music or exploring storytelling through filmmaking and stage production.

Maria Papadouli

Hi, I'm Maria Papadouli, a Designer and Visual Anthropologist passionate about blending architecture, media, and performance to create compelling visual and cultural stories. With extensive experience in spatial design, exhibition curation, and stage management, I've had the pleasure to work with remarkable institutions like Urban Soul Project, KW Institute for Contemporary Art, and the Greek National Opera. I hold three master’s degrees in Architecture, Visual Anthropology, and Theater, and I'm always eager to bridge creativity and narrative to craft immersive experiences. When I'm not designing, you might find me composing music or exploring storytelling through filmmaking and stage production.

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Hi, I’m Maria Papadouli, a Designer and Visual Anthropologist passionate about blending architecture, media, and performance to create compelling visual and cultural stories. With extensive experience in spatial design, exhibition curation, and stage management, I’ve had the pleasure to work with remarkable institutions like Urban Soul Project, KW Institute for Contemporary Art, and the Greek National Opera.

I hold three master’s degrees in Architecture, Visual Anthropology, and Theater, and I’m always eager to bridge creativity and narrative to craft immersive experiences. When I’m not designing, you might find me composing music or exploring storytelling through filmmaking and stage production.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Designer & Storytelling/Press Coordinator at Urban Soul Project
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed and executed visual storytelling for architectural projects; managed press coordination and brand identity.
Visual & Office Assistant at Fantastic Frank Real Estate
December 31, 2021 - July 23, 2025
Created floor plans and property visuals to support decision-making and marketing; assisted in showroom management and enhanced customer experience.
Assistant Director (Marshall Plan – A Path of Perspectives, Athens & Epidaurus Festival 2023) at Cultural Production | Theater & Events
December 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Supported direction of theatrical productions; contributed to stage management during internship at Greek National Opera.
Intern at KW Institute for Contemporary Art
December 31, 2021 - July 23, 2025
Assisted with exhibition production including 'Disproof Does Not Equal Disbelief' and 'Zeros and Ones'; managed correspondence, office communication, and logistics.
Intern at Atelier Weber
December 31, 2019 - July 23, 2025
Participated as a production team member for NONUMENTS exhibition at Volksbühne Pavillon; created visualizations and technical drawings for installations.

Education

MA in Visual Anthropology & Media at HMKW University, Berlin
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
MA in Architecture at University of Thessaly, Volos
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education