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Margarita Akopova

@margaritaakopova

Creative design lead with 10+ years in advertising.

Cyprus
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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters creativity and collaboration, with opportunities for growth.

I am Margarita Akopova, a seasoned creative designer with over a decade of experience in the advertising industry. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of collaborating with global brands such as McDonald's, Volkswagen, and Pepsi, delivering innovative and impactful campaigns. My role as a Design Lead and Senior Art Director for the past four years has allowed me to lead a talented team of five designers, fostering creativity and strategic thinking to achieve outstanding results.

My expertise lies in video production and communication design, where I bring a unique blend of artistic vision and strategic insight to every project. I pride myself on my ability to generate ideas that resonate with audiences, ensuring that each campaign not only meets but exceeds client expectations. With a strong foundation in graphic design and a passion for creative storytelling, I am committed to pushing the boundaries of design and delivering exceptional work that drives brand success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IA
Current

Design Lead

IT AVITO

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)

As a Design Lead at IT AVITO, I lead a team of designers to create impactful campaigns and innovative solutions. My role involves overseeing the design process and ensuring the delivery of high-quality creative work.

VC

Senior Art Director

VMLY&R COMMERCE

Oct 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 5 months)

In my role as Senior Art Director at VMLY&R COMMERCE, I was responsible for leading creative projects and collaborating with teams to develop innovative advertising solutions for various clients.

BW

Senior Art Director

BBDO Worldwide

Apr 2019 - Oct 2020 (1 year 6 months)

As a Senior Art Director at BBDO Worldwide, I led creative teams in developing advertising campaigns for major brands, focusing on innovative design and strategic communication.

RA

Senior Creator

RA VOSKHOD agency

Sep 2018 - Apr 2019 (7 months)

In my position as Senior Creator at RA VOSKHOD agency, I contributed to the creative process by generating ideas and developing concepts for various advertising projects.

VM

Senior Art Director

VMLY&R

Mar 2018 - Sep 2018 (6 months)

As a Senior Art Director at VMLY&R, I was involved in leading creative projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality advertising solutions.

BW

Art Director

BBDO Worldwide

Jul 2016 - Mar 2018 (1 year 8 months)

In my role as Art Director at BBDO Worldwide, I was responsible for creating and executing visual concepts for advertising campaigns, ensuring alignment with client objectives.

DR

Junior Art Director

DDB Russia

Oct 2014 - Jul 2016 (1 year 9 months)

As a Junior Art Director at DDB Russia, I assisted in the development of creative concepts and worked closely with senior team members to produce advertising materials.

CF

Graphic Designer

Creative Agency RA FIRST

Apr 2014 - Oct 2014 (6 months)

In my role as a Graphic Designer at Creative Agency RA FIRST, I created visual content for various projects, focusing on branding and communication design.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

British Higher School of Art and Design logoBD

British Higher School of Art and Design

Bachelor of Graphic Design, Graphic Design

2011 - 2014

Riga Design and Art School logoRS

Riga Design and Art School

Bachelor of Arts, Art

2006 - 2011

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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