From Words
to Design
and Back Again

My journey toward impactful design and effective communication began at Lomonosov Moscow State University, where I earned my M.A. in Linguistics and Intercultural Communication from the Faculty of Foreign Languages.

This academic foundation laid the groundwork for a career marked by versatility and a commitment to excellence. In 1998, I was crafting illustrations for the faculty website and university projects. That’s also when I built my very first personal website.

In 2004, alongside my academic achievements, I ventured into the digital era, acquiring my first digital camera.

 

PR Expedition

I navigated through the dynamic landscape of the PBN Company, AETS, UPC Consulting. Serving as a Graphic Designer, Interpreter, and Translator, I managed a spectrum of projects, from branding to illustrations, presentations, and web design.

 

Legend #17 Story

A notable highlight includes my role as an interpreter during the filming of “Legend 17,” a cinematic portrayal of Russian hockey player Kharlamov. Working in such a large and collaborative setting provided invaluable insights and added richness to my professional journey.

 

OpUS Odyssey

Joining Open University Skolkovo, I initially stepped into the role of PR/SMM Manager, orchestrating media relations for educational programs. As my tenure unfolded, my responsibilities expanded to include the realm of design, where I played a pivotal role in steering cross-media projects, from branding to pitch presentations.

Over time, my role evolved, and I found myself deeply engaged in the design realm, overseeing cross-media projects that ranged from branding to pitch presentations. This dual role allowed me to bring a unique perspective to each project, blending my expertise in public relations with a keen eye for design.

Subsequently, as a Senior Product Designer, I spearheaded initiatives for university graduates and startups, crafting digital and print marketing materials, presentations, and websites.

 

Skolkovo

I was fortunate to contribute to impactful projects in Skolkovo Innovation Center. Collaborated with PMs, developers and product teams. Created designs for IT, biomed initiatives and mentor programs.

Committed to continuous improvement, curiosity, diligence, enthusiasm, intuition, and self-reliance are the guiding principles that shape my professional philosophy.

 

TEDx and Beyond

From organizing TEDxSkolkovo and attending TEDActive and TED, my journey was a whirlwind of ideas and inspiration. I witnessed the power of a carefully curated talk to ignite minds and inspire action.

 

Singularity University

The educational foundation and experience garnered over the years have ingrained in me a deep understanding of effective communication strategies.