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Hi, I’m Denis.

Multitasking, clarity, engagement, and diversity are essential for me. Aesthetics are just the final touch in a long chain of decisions. Below are the key processes and competencies that form the foundation of thoughtful and effective design.
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Multimedia Approach

Confident work across both digital and analog mediums. Flexibility in tool selection, from hand-drawn visuals to interactive digital solutions — tailored to each project’s needs.

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UX/UI

Experience designing user interfaces for both public sector and private clients. Completed a professional internship at the German digital agency AOE. Skilled in the full UX/UI cycle: user research, journey mapping, prototyping, interface design. Focused on creating intuitive, user-centered, and business-aligned solutions.

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Brand Identity

Development of cohesive visual identities for small and medium businesses, educational institutions, and cultural organizations. A comprehensive approach to brand strategy and visual language that ensures clarity and recognizability.

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Packaging Design

Creation of packaging that enhances product value and stands out on the shelf. Attention to both visual impact and tactile experience.

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Editorial Design

Layout design for print and digital publications. Emphasis on typography, composition, structure, and visual rhythm. Posters, books, booklets, business cards, magazines — everything is fun.

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Design Research

User and contextual research to inform design decisions. Systematic approach to data gathering, insight generation, and integration into the creative process.

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Motion Design

Creation of animated assets and motion graphics to enhance digital communication. Experience with kinetic typography, animated branding, and interface motion — adding clarity, emotion, and rhythm to visual storytelling of any tipe and purpose.

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Leadership & Project Management

Experience leading creative teams and managing projects from concept to delivery. Strong organisational skills, clear communication, and deadline discipline.

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