I am a graphic designer based in Thessaloniki, Greece, working as a freelancer since 2019. With over 20 years of experience mainly in the English Learning Teaching (ELT) industry, I've held roles including designer, design manager, project manager, and creative director in publishing and advertising. I love typography, am passionate about my work, and enjoy meeting new people and building relationships. I'm always up for a challenge and thrive in creative roles where I can use my leadership and teamwork skills. I also enjoy organizing and delivering training sessions and am comfortable with public speaking and presentations.

Vicky Xinou

I am a graphic designer based in Thessaloniki, Greece, working as a freelancer since 2019. With over 20 years of experience mainly in the English Learning Teaching (ELT) industry, I've held roles including designer, design manager, project manager, and creative director in publishing and advertising. I love typography, am passionate about my work, and enjoy meeting new people and building relationships. I'm always up for a challenge and thrive in creative roles where I can use my leadership and teamwork skills. I also enjoy organizing and delivering training sessions and am comfortable with public speaking and presentations.

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I am a graphic designer based in Thessaloniki, Greece, working as a freelancer since 2019. With over 20 years of experience mainly in the English Learning Teaching (ELT) industry, I’ve held roles including designer, design manager, project manager, and creative director in publishing and advertising. I love typography, am passionate about my work, and enjoy meeting new people and building relationships.

I’m always up for a challenge and thrive in creative roles where I can use my leadership and teamwork skills. I also enjoy organizing and delivering training sessions and am comfortable with public speaking and presentations.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Advanced
English
Advanced
French
Beginner
Turkish
Beginner

Work Experience

Production and Creative Director at Hyphen SA
December 31, 2019 - August 3, 2025
Managed publishing services operations and teams in editorial and design, oversaw project estimation, budget monitoring, and provided art direction mainly in ELT publishing from 2010 to 2019.
Production and Creative Director at Hyphen SA
December 31, 2019 - August 3, 2025
Managed publishing services operations and teams (editorial and design) primarily in ELT publishing. Responsible for project estimation, budget monitoring, and art direction, ensuring quality and deadline adherence.
Freelance graphic designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designing publications such as books, magazines, newsletters, catalogues, and menus as well as visual identity design since 2019.
Freelance graphic designer
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designing publications such as books, magazines, newsletters, catalogues, and menus, along with visual identity design for various clients.
Trainer, Publishing Editorial Workshop at Hyphen SA
December 31, 2015 - August 3, 2025
Delivered training on “Introduction to ELT Publishing”, “Artwork Management”, and “Digital Components” in 2015.
Trainer, Publishing Editorial Workshop at Hyphen SA
December 31, 2015 - August 3, 2025
Delivered training sessions on Introduction to ELT Publishing, Artwork Management, and Digital Components to internal teams.
Design Manager at Hyphen SA
December 31, 2010 - August 3, 2025
Managed design projects and teams in ELT publishing from 2006 to 2010.
Design Manager at Hyphen SA
December 31, 2010 - August 3, 2025
Managed design projects and teams within the ELT publishing sector, overseeing creative design processes and workflow management.
Tutor, HND in Graphic Design at Mediterranean College
December 31, 2007 - August 3, 2025
Tutored students in HND Graphic Design between 2005 and 2007.
Tutor at Mediterranean College
December 31, 2007 - August 3, 2025
Tutored students in HND in Graphic Design, fostering creative and technical skill development.
Graphic Designer at Icon SA
December 31, 2006 - August 3, 2025
Worked in advertising including design and project management from 2003 to 2006.
Graphic Designer at Icon SA
December 31, 2006 - August 3, 2025
Engaged in advertising design and project management, producing creative content aligned with client needs.

Education

BA in Graphic Design at University of Bedfordshire
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003
BA in Graphic Design at University of Bedfordshire, Luton, Bedfordshire, UK
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

Drama classes, Ntouente workshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Web design, New York College
January 1, 2023 - February 28, 2023
New business in the digital era, Grow with Google
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Adobe MAX Creativity Conference
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
“From a unit to a team”, Art cooperation drama games workshop
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
6th International Conference on Typography and Visual Communication ISTVC
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
ROI Edu Business, The ariston project
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Bullet Proof Manager, Crestcom
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
1st, 2nd and 3rd International Conference on Typography and Visual Communication ISTVC
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2007
Drama classes, Ntouente workshop
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Web design, New York College
January 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
New business in the digital era, Grow with Google
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Adobe MAX Creativity Conference
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
“From a unit to a team”, Art cooperation drama games workshop
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
6th International Conference on Typography and Visual Communication, ISTVC
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
ROI Edu Business, The ariston project business management seminar
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Bullet Proof Manager, Crestcom managerial seminar
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
1st, 2nd and 3rd International Conference on Typography and Visual Communication, ISTVC
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2007

Industry Experience

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