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Hi, I’m Jolanta Kawalec, a Brand Designer and Creative Director with over 13 years of international experience shaping visual identities, brand systems, packaging and publications for clients across Europe and the Middle East. I specialize in taking brands from concept to production, ensuring consistent and scalable visuals across both digital and print media.
I’m driven by strategic thinking, modern aesthetics and meticulous attention to detail. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and AI-powered design tools, and I enjoy collaborating with clients, manufacturers and production teams to deliver high-quality, cohesive brand solutions.
Experience Level
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Language
Polish
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Work Experience
Brand & Product Designer at Shamrock Gift Company
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2022Designed branded product collections and packaging for internationally recognised institutions, including English Heritage (Stonehenge), Trinity College Dublin, The Book of Kells Museum, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Museum of the Future (Dubai), and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (Abu Dhabi). Key responsibilities included developing branded product collections aligned with each client’s visual identity, designing packaging, retail graphics and marketing assets, conducting trend research and concept development, and coordinating with international manufacturers and suppliers to manage production quality and ensure brand consistency across product lines.
Brand & Product Designer at Tipperary Crystal / Allied Imports
October 1, 2014 - July 1, 2017Developed branded product collections for international retail markets. Designed jewellery, homeware, packaging and graphic assets. Created visual concepts consistent with established brand identities. Prepared production-ready artwork for print and manufacturing. Collaborated with marketing and production teams to ensure consistent brand presentation.
Creative Director & Brand & Graphic Designer at Oíche Creative (Freelance)
January 1, 2013 - PresentDevelop complete brand identities, logos and visual systems for international clients. Lead creative projects from research and concept development through final delivery. Design branding, packaging, publications, marketing materials and digital assets. Create scalable visual identity systems and maintain brand consistency across print and digital media. Collaborate directly with clients, manufacturers and production teams throughout the design process. Deliver projects spanning branding, graphic design, product design and interior design. Utilize Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and AI-powered design tools to create modern, high-quality visual solutions.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) – Interior Architecture & Design at Academy of Art and Design in Łódź, Poland
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Visual Merchandising at Dublin Institute of Design, Ireland
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) – Architecture & Urban Planning at University of Applied Sciences in Nysa, Poland
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Postgraduate Certificate – Pedagogy, Psychology & Didactics at University of Applied Sciences in Opole, Poland
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Qualifications
I PLACE AWARD in International design competition The Book of Kells- in Dublin
July 3, 2024 - July 3, 2024Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Government
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