I began my music production journey in 2021 with my personal project, Memories of Apollo. This project allowed me to explore and refine my skills in songwriting, production, and sound design, laying the foundation for my career in music production. Memories of Apollo served as a creative outlet that not only honed my abilities but also opened doors to new opportunities in the music industry.- In 2023, my growing experience led to an opportunity to record and produce MELANCoOLIC, the fifth studio album of the renowned Romanian punk rock band E.M.I.L. The album was released on January 25, 2024.

Since 2016, I have been working as a freelance graphic designer, collaborating with various clients across different industries to deliver high-quality design and creative solutions. My freelance work spans a wide range of design and multimedia disciplines, allowing me to continuously develop my skills and expand my portfolio. Key areas of expertise include:- Web Design: Designed and developed visually appealing, user-friendly websites that align with clients' brand identities and business goals.- Print and Online Marketing Materials: Created a variety of marketing materials, both for print (brochures, flyers, posters) and online platforms (social media graphics, banners, email templates), ensuring all designs are impactful and on-brand.- UI/UX Design: Provided UI/UX design services for web and mobile applications, focusing on creating intuitive, user-centered interfaces that enhance the overall user experience.- Video Editing and Animation: Produced and edited videos for commercial use, including 2D animations, text animations, and more creative video content. My work often involves creating compelling visual narratives that resonate with target audiences.- Brand Collaboration: Worked with well-known brands such as Airwick, Calgon, Cillit, Finish, Libresse, Lovela, and Vanish, delivering creative solutions that meet their marketing and advertising needs.This freelance experience has allowed me to work on diverse projects, from web design to video production, demonstrating my versatility and ability to adapt to different creative challenges. My work with high-profile brands underscores my capability to deliver professional, high-impact designs that align with the needs of leading companies.

As a comic book letterer, I have had the opportunity to work on several original comic book projects, contributing to the visual storytelling by integrating text seamlessly with the artwork. My role involves ensuring that the lettering complements the artistic style and enhances the reader's experience without distracting from the narrative. Key projects include:- Salt by Andrei Pop and Mihai Petean.- Into the Night by Andrei Pop and Mihai Petean.- James Bong by James Longshore.This role has allowed me to refine my skills in comic book production, focusing on the delicate balance between text and image that is crucial in the medium of comics. My work ensures that the narrative is conveyed clearly and engagingly, enhancing the overall reader experience.

As a Content Transformation Specialist at Temenos, the leading provider of banking solutions worldwide, I play a crucial role in shaping both the internal and commercial product education workspace. My responsibilities have evolved over time to include UI/UX design and an increased focus on graphic design, reflecting the dynamic nature of my contributions to the company. Key responsibilities include:- Content Transformation: Transform classroom-oriented training collateral into engaging online learning experiences, incorporating narrated videos, searchable articles, and interactive tutorials to enhance user engagement.- Content Design: Identify and correct non-technical errors in presentations and documents, including spelling, grammar, and multimedia formatting issues, ensuring a polished and professional end product.- Content Analysis: Evaluate the quality of course content, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement to maintain high educational standards.- Content Engineering: Develop and implement automation strategies to streamline content creation and transformation processes, increasing efficiency and reducing manual workload.- Quality Assurance: Contribute to best practice content transformation and QA processes, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all educational materials.- UI/UX Design (Since 2023): Expanded my role to include UI/UX design, focusing on creating user-friendly interfaces for internal platforms and educational tools. This includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to design intuitive user experiences that align with business goals.- Graphic Design (Since 2023): Took on additional responsibilities in graphic design, creating visual assets for various projects, enhancing the visual appeal of training materials, and supporting broader marketing and communication efforts.

As a Graphic Designer at Lugera, I was an integral part of the marketing team, where I played a key role in shaping the visual identity and marketing efforts of the company. My responsibilities included:- Marketing Design: Created a wide range of marketing materials, including advertisements, flyers, brochures, and other promotional content that effectively communicated the brand’s message and offerings.- Website Redesign: Led the redesign of the company's website, enhancing its visual appeal, user experience, and functionality. This involved working closely with web developers and the marketing team to ensure the site was both aesthetically pleasing and aligned with the company's strategic goals.- Brand Consistency: Ensured all designs adhered to brand guidelines, maintaining consistency across all platforms and marketing channels.- Collaborative Projects: Worked in tandem with the marketing team to develop and execute campaigns, contributing creative ideas and ensuring that all visual aspects of the campaigns were compelling and effective.

At EAT Comics, I specialized in graphic design for both digital and print mediums, contributing to the production of several well-known comic titles. My role encompassed a broad range of creative tasks aimed at enhancing the company's brand presence and marketing efforts. Key responsibilities included:- Digital Design: Developed visually compelling graphics for online marketing campaigns, including social media content, web banners, and email marketing assets.- Print Design: Created designs for various print materials such as banners, t-shirts, magazine ads, and other merchandise, ensuring all materials aligned with brand guidelines.- Comics Production: Worked on preparing notable comic titles like The Walking Dead, Alien vs. Predator, and Prometheus for print. This involved Desktop Publishing (DTP) tasks, such as replacing English text with Romanian translations, designing editorial pages, and ensuring all files were print-ready to meet publication standards.- Project Coordination: Collaborated closely with the editorial team and print shops to ensure seamless production processes, from initial design to final printing, ensuring all projects were delivered on time and met quality expectations.

At Lex Grup, I leveraged my expertise in graphic design, focusing on creating a wide range of marketing materials and managing the print production process for high-profile comic titles. Key responsibilities included:- Digital and Print Design: Designed and produced marketing materials for both digital platforms and print, including promotional graphics, social media content, and various printed merchandise.- DTP and Localization: Managed Desktop Publishing (DTP) tasks for popular comic titles such as Iron Man, Thor, and The Amazing Spider-Man. This included the localization of content from English to Romanian, ensuring that all editorial pages and print files were accurately prepared and met the necessary technical specifications for printing.- Vendor Coordination: Worked closely with the editorial team and external print vendors to oversee the production process, ensuring all projects were completed on time and met the highest quality standards.