Octavia Shalsa
@octaviashalsa
Typography-obsessed graphic designer helping solopreneurs bring distinctive brands to life through design.
What I'm looking for
I’m a typography-obsessed graphic designer who loves helping solo entrepreneurs bring their unique brands to life. Typography inspires me to create visual stories that connect with people, and I enjoy learning through freelance typography and layout projects.
In my full-time role as a Graphic Designer and Art Director at Clic2connect in the Netherlands, I partnered with remote freelancers, refined design briefs, and communicated directly with stakeholders. I conceptualized and executed branding for natural product brands, lifestyle businesses, and solo entrepreneurs—balancing creativity with brand context, positioning, timelines, and feasibility.
I also bring strong layout fundamentals from internships where I developed complete design packages, created print-ready templates for flyers and Instagram content, and explored illustration as a space for creativity. Across every project, I focus on typography, layout, clarity, and quality—so the visuals feel purposeful, adaptable, and unmistakably on-brand.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Infusing creativity into every project, with a focus on typography, layout, branding, and advertising. Catering to diverse clients, I bring a unique flair to visual storytelling and design. Inspired by people, culture, and diverse perspectives, I'm dedicated to crafting distinctive and engaging visuals.
During my internship at Aiyari Studio, I was immersed in a fast-moving creative environment where exploration was not only encouraged, but deeply valued. I worked on developing complete design packages, creating print-ready templates for flyers and Instagram content, and translating visual directions into outcomes that felt fresh and adaptable.
This experience became a meaningful turning point in
As an Art Director at Clic2connect, I worked closely with a diverse network of remote freelancers, assigning projects based on individual strengths and ensuring smooth collaboration across teams. I authored and refined design briefs to align creative output with client goals, maintaining clarity and consistency throughout the process.
I communicated directly with stakeholders, acting as a bridge
My internship at Elokka Studio marked my first step toward becoming more explorative and brave as a designer. While I was still a university student, this experience became an important foundation in shaping my design mindset and visual sensitivity.
Working closely with Mas Dhika Supangestu, the studio’s director, I was exposed to a very rich and thoughtful visual perspective. He is a true visual
Graphic design internship at Idbookstore.
Graphic design internship at Dinarway Cosmetic.
Graphic design internship at RJS Digital Printing.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universitas Negeri Malang
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Desain Komunikasi Visual
2018 - 2022
SMK Negeri 4 Malang
High School Diploma, Prepress Preparation
2015 - 2017
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
behance.net/octaviashabillaPortfolio
behance.net/octaviashabillaJob categories
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