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Hi, I’m Dariya Zubakova, a Leipzig-based illustrator and graphic designer. I create visual identities, branding, and ready-to-use illustrations for print and digital media. My work blends playful, expressive illustration with clean layouts to communicate clear messages and support meaningful projects.
I enjoy collaborating with cultural organizations, NGOs, and multidisciplinary teams across borders. I’m currently pursuing further study at Leipzig’s art academies while taking on freelance and studio work, constantly expanding my craft and keeping a friendly, collaborative approach to every project.
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Language
Ukrainian
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English
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Work Experience
Graphic Designer at BDO Centers LLC
September 1, 2020 - February 28, 2021Developing visual material based on project specifications; discovering and developing ideas, logos, and other designs for software.
Graphic Designer at Dnipro-m
May 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021Design and development of concepts, graphics, and layouts for the advertising presence of a tool manufacturer; determination of the design and size of illustrative material for advertising purposes, including font, style, and size.
Senior Graphic Designer at Royalton USVI
November 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022Work in a project team on the final design following the requirements; develop concepts, graphics and layouts for printing products.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at NABU Leipzig
January 1, 2023 - PresentDigital and print design for Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union; concept development for visual materials.
Art Teacher / Designer at Kunstschule Gera (Leipzig)
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023Art teacher for Ukrainian children and designer; Notes from Abroad: exhibition project.
Graphic Designer at BDO Centers LLC – Kyiv (Dnipro-m)
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021Design and development of concepts, graphics, and layouts for the advertising presence of a tool manufacturer; determination of the design and size of illustrative material for advertising purposes, as well as font, style, and size.
Senior Graphic Designer at Royalton USVI, USA (remote)
November 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022Work in a project team on the final design following the requirements; develop concepts, graphics and layouts for printing products.
Lead Designer for Print and Digital Media at Nyan ko Tee, Café
January 1, 2023 - PresentLead designer for print and digital media
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at National Technical University of Ukraine 'Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute'
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020BA in Book Design at HTW Leipzig
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020Guest Student - Book Art and Graphic Design Illustration at Saxon Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig
April 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023Student - Book Art and Graphic Design Illustration at Saxon Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig
April 1, 2023 - March 1, 2026Graphic Design (Bachelor) at National Technical University of Ukraine 'Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute'
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020Bachelor of Arts, Book Design at HTW Leipzig
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Regular student, Book Art and Graphic Design Illustration at Sächsische Akademie der Künste Leipzig
April 1, 2023 - March 1, 2026Guest Studies: Book Art and Graphic Design Illustration at Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig
April 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023Bachelor of Arts at National Technical University of Ukraine 'Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute' – Printing and Publishing Institute
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020Bachelor of Arts at HTW Leipzig
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Exchange Program at Georgius Agricola – Stipendium (Faculty of Computer Science and Media Printing Technologies)
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2026Master's studies at Hochschule für Grafik und Buchkunst Leipzig (HGB Leipzig)
April 1, 2023 - March 1, 2026Guest Student at Academy of Fine Arts Leipzig
April 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023Diploma at Laök Elisabeth Wolfram
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Scholarship at Kulturbörderung Leipzig
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2026Qualifications
Kulturförderung Leipzig Scholarship
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2026Scholarship - Kulturbörderung Leipzig
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2026Scholarship - Kulturbörderung Leipzig (Note: Art residencies and related support)
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Other, Non-Profit Organization
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