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A natural-born leader, repeatedly recognized for planning, business, creative & design skills, as well as multiple awards recipient (incl. Gold Effie). My multidisciplinary approach makes me a dynamic, results-oriented manager & an experienced communicator. I represent insightful strategic & design thinking, as well as in-depth knowledge of digital conversion mechanisms and production processes. Responsible for strategies on global, regional and local level for an extensive brand portfolio, incl. P&G, Coty, Reckitt & Benckiser, MARS, GSK, Mead Johnson, 3M, Merck, Microsoft, Samsung, Mattel, Duracell, Toyota & many more. My wide array of interests focuses mostly on building marketing & content stategies, brand identity in FMCG, premium & luxury segments, as well as beauty, fashion & gaming industries.Able to see the bigger picture and follow through on the minutiae of detail — an approach that delivers tangible and sustainable competitive advantages for businesses. Experienced in leading projects and teams from start to finish in time, in budget and with excellent quality. Creative problem solving and time management skills coupled with outstanding interpersonal skills. A well-rounded manager, thanks to my business-oriented mindset and 15+ years of international experience in design management.
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Chief Operating OfficerBeffio Studio Dec 2021 - PresentPoznań, Wielkopolskie, PlResponsible for operational management of the company, business development, strategy, legal and financial dealings , ownership & supervision of both, Client Service & Production Departments (Project Management), process-building, structure-building, etc. in order to deliver best-in-class forward-thinking solutions for Concept Art & Real-Time 3D.Clients include: Epic Games, Squanch Games, Square Enix, NVIDIA, MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Mercedes Benz, Dolce & Gabbana, Nike, Carolina Herrera, Woodland Games, Platige Image, Bloober Team, Wizard Games & many others Beffio is a creative tech studio working with new technologies to create virtual worlds. It combines art, creativity and technology to provide its demanding high-profile Clients with artistically and technologically advanced solutions for Real-Time 3D & Art Direction for all platforms of deployment and related technologies, incl. AR, VR, webGL, gaming consoles, PCs, as well as Concept Art & Illustration etc. Beffio works for both the gaming industry & commercial Clients. -
Managing DirectorBeffio Studio Sep 2021 - Dec 2021Poznań, Wielkopolskie, PlResponsible for operational management of the company, Incl. strategy, co-responsibility for legal-and financial dealings, complete ownership of both, Client Service & Production Departments, hiring etc., in order to deliver best-in-class forward-thinking solutions for Concept Art & Real-Time 3D.Clients include: MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Lockheed Martin, Mercedes Benz, Dolce & Gabbana, Nike, Carolina Herrera, Square Enix, Woodland Games, Platige Image, Bloober Team, NVIDIA & others Beffio is a creative tech studio working with new technologies to create virtual worlds. It combines art, creativity and technology to provide its demanding high-profile Clients with artistically and technologically advanced solutions for Real-Time 3D & Art Direction for all platforms of deployment and related technologies, incl. AR, VR, webGL, gaming consoles, PCs, Meta, NFT, as well as Concept Art & Illustration etc. Beffio works for both the gaming industry & commercial Clients. -
Client Service & Strategy DirectorBeffio Studio Sep 2020 - Sep 2021Poznań, Wielkopolskie, PlResponsible for all Client Service on global level, including pre-sale pitching and pricing strategy, as well as company strategy for future development. Clients include: MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Lockheed Martin, Mercedes Benz, Dolce & Gabbana, Nike, Carolina Herrera, Square Enix, Woodland Games, Platige Image, Bloober Team, NVIDIA & others Beffio is a creative tech studio working with new technologies to create virtual worlds. It combines art, creativity and technology to provide its demanding high-profile Clients with artistically and technologically advanced solutions for Real-Time 3D & Art Direction for all platforms of deployment and related technologies, incl. AR, VR, webGL, gaming consoles, PCs, Meta, NFT, as well as Concept Art & Illustration etc. Beffio works for both the gaming industry & commercial Clients. -
Independent Consultant For Brands, Agencies, Ecommerce Companies, Software Houses Etc.Independent Consultant / Open For Commissions & Cooperation Apr 2018 - Aug 2020Key services:• eCommerce, Shopper, Content & Marketing strategy • eContent production (eCommerce, Social Media, Digital)• UX design for eCommerce & Mobile Apps• Building communication and digital strategies for fashion, lifestyle & FMCG brands• Strategy for premium & luxury brands• Consumer Journey analysis• Go-to-market strategy• Trend forecasting & analysis• Design process consulting & planning• Developement & Optimization of processes, roadmaps, structures etc. in various methodologies (e.g. design thinking, agile, lean management) • Strategic / Creative / Design / Art / IT team building & restructuring • Mobile Apps consulting in design, ux, monetization & production • Fashion & eCommerce Photo Shoot ProductionMain Clients include: Mont Blanc, Tommy Hilfiger, La Perla, Beffio Studio
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Head Of Customer ExperienceEobuwie.Pl Sa Nov 2018 - May 2020Zielona Góra, Lubuskie, PlEobuwie.pl SA is a leading European multibrand shoe & fashion omnichannel retailer with strong eCommerce roots and local presence in over 14 markets. It manages several eCommerce platforms (incl. industry leader & multiple award recipient for shoe retail eobuwie.pl and newly launched premium fashion multibrand platform Modivo.com), as well as a quickly growing network of innovative brick & mortar stores. Eobuwie.pl SA partners with over 550 global apparel, shoe & accessory brands. The company offers highly innovative solutions for fashion & accessory shopping, both online and offline. Key Responsibilities MANAGEMENT:- Building & leading Customer Experience and User Experience teams.- Company’s UX and CX stakeholder, globally.- Managing UX & CX development for several apparel & shoe eCommerce platforms (Modivo.com, eobuwie.pl - incl. all local subsidiaries, Napapijri etc.).UX:- Strategic leadership and execution supervision of all UX projects, globally.- UX & Functionality Product Owner on development and implementation of a brand new multibrand eCommerce for premium fashion - MODIVO.COM, from scratch. - Supervision of UX & functionality development and implementation of the new eobuwie.pl platform.- Overseeing UX & functionality developement of the new eobuwie.pl & Modivo mobile apps, from scratch.- Responsibility for UX optimizations on old platforms.CX:- Strategic guidance & best practice roll-out on all CX projects.- Management of omnichannel the consumer experience, across all departments, globally.- Providing in-depth insight into consumer behavior, optimization of consumer journey & path-to-purchase.- Branding & packaging design for new brands.- Optimization & process design of back office processes (ordering, returns, exchanges, complaint management etc.).CONTENT MARKETING:- Leading the brandshop introduction project.- Supervision over asset production.- Content strategy leadership.- Advising brands on eCommerce platform presence. -
Ecommerce DirectorDentsu Aegis Network Jan 2018 - Mar 2018Tokyo, JpeCOMMERCE• Responsible for 40+ employee eCommerce Business Unit, incl.: eCommerce Strategy, eCommerce Design (Graphic Design), eCommerce Technology, eCommerce Content (Copywriting), eMerchandising, eCommerce Research & Analytics & eCommerce Delivery (Project Management)• Providing eCommerce leadership, trainings & best practice guidance for Clients, eCommerce BU & other internal teams• Creating eCommerce BU Strategic Development Roadmap• Re-defining eCommerce BU eCommerce offer & product map from scratch• Responsible for delivering best-in-class eCommerce & Content solutions to Clients on global, regional & local level, with an emphasis on innovation, consumer-centric & platform-centric approaches• Strategic planning for business & marketing solutions• Leading procurement processes MANAGEMENT• Mentoring & working closely with subordinate Team Leaders in Strategy, Design, Technology, Content, eMerchandising, Research & Analytics, Project Management/Delivery• Working with other Service Delivery departments' Heads in order to develop cross-team solutions• Defining & re-defining processes & methodologies for eCommerce BU• Responsible for eCommerce BU restructuring & team building• Responsible for goal-setting for all eCommerce BU's Team Leaders, incl. qualitiative & performance KPIs, merit-based goals• Supervising and managing everyday work, growth & development of the whole eCommerce BU team BUSINESS• Responsible for eCommerce BU's P&L• Responsible for New Business acquisition & Business Development on exisiting Clients (cross-sell & up-sell) • Building strong lines of communication with Client Service• Builiding trust & strong relations with Agency's Clients• Working with other Agency’s offices within the Dentsu Aegis Network• Reporting to the top management on the BU’s operational & finacial performance, current projects and capabilitiesClients include: Reckitt & Bensicker, Coty, P&G and others. -
Senior Ecommerce Strategist - Group HeadSaatchi & Saatchi Is. Apr 2016 - Dec 2017Warsaw, Mazowieckie, PlPreviously : eCommerce Strategist - Group HeadeCOMMERCE STRATEGY• Responsible for delivering best-in-class eCommerce & Content strategies to Clients on global, regional and local level, with an emphasis on innovation and consumer-centric & platform-centric approaches (eShops, Marketplaces, Apps etc.)• Strategic planning for marketing solutions, incl. shopper, omnichannel, marketing calendarMANAGEMENT• Providing eCommerce & Content leadership & best practice guidance for Clients & internal teams• Building strong lines of communication with other agency departments' Heads to ensure consistency with eCommerce department’s strategic recommendation• Working closely with Agency’s offices within the Saatchi network• Reporting to the top management on the department’s operational performance, current projects and capabilities• Managing multiple concurrent projects, incl. traffic management• Co-creating a clear roadmap, processes & methodologies for the eCommerce Strategy DepartmentTEAM MANAGEMENT• Supervising and managing everyday work, growth & development of a team of 3-11 eCommerce Stategists • Co-responsibility for planning the team structures to meet agency needs, incl. recruitment.• Managing resource allocation within the team • Providing trainings and workshops for internal & external clients• Ensuring best-in-class quality of all strategic recommendations created by the teamClients include: P&G (25+ brands, incl. Pampers, Oral-B, Braun, Gillette, Tide, Pantene etc.), Microsoft, Samsung, Nokia, Duracell, Amica, Lego, Mattel (all brands, incl. Barbie), Toyota, Lexus, Cartier, Coty (15+ brands, incl. Max Factor, Bourjois, Adidas, Astor, Clairol, Wella etc.), GSK (10+ OTC & FMCG brands, incl. Rutinoscorbin, Fenistil, Voltaren etc.), Merc (Femibion), Mead Johnson (several brands, incl. Aptamil & Enfagrow), Danone, Jacobs, Lindt, Carrefour, Mars (all pet care brands, incl. Pedigree & Whiskas), Dakine, 3M (B2B & B2C), SCA, Alivia and many others. -
Ecommerce Project ManagerSaatchi & Saatchi | Interactive Solutions Jun 2015 - Apr 2016London, Greater London, GbMANAGEMENT• Project management in eCommerce Content & Solutions, with special focus on innovative projects• Management of the End-2-End project cycle - eCommerce Toolkit recommendation, wireframing, UX design, design, development, implementation & maintenance• Supervising the work of Junior Project Managers• Managing the work of many professionals on multiple projects• Time, resource & risk management on extremely high-paced projects• Creating project-tailored working processes for 1st priority projects• Management of business & technologically complex projects between multiple external & internal partiesCLIENT SERVICE• Active support for account managers & business directors in production-related subjects• Maintaining a steady relation with the Client & ensuring uninterrupted flow of information• Creating stable and reliable relations with eRetailers• Emphasizing Agency’s guiding role in eCommerce as Saatchi & Saatchi Global Center of ExcellencePRODUCTION• Production of eCommerce Content from ideation to asset implementation: complete Basic & Rich eContent scope (Primary Images, Secondary Images. Rich Product Pages, Landing Pages, Shop-in-Shops etc.) and eCommerce activations that drive traffic to the brand communication in eCommerce, optimize conversion, generate leads etc.• Working on global, regional and local markets• Preparation of project documentation (CE, SoW, CPS)• Ensuring that all the eCommerce content is relevant to the market, conveys the character & tone of voice of the brand and is consistent with brand communication in other channels• Coordination of implementation and optimization of brand assets in eShops & Marketplaces • Performing feasibility checks and UX A/B tests on eRetailers' websitesClients include: P&G (many brands, incl. Pampers, Oral-B, Blend-a-Med, Ariel, Vizir, Olay, Gillette Venus, Always, Naturella, Lenor, Fairy, Ambi Pur, Old Spice, Head&Shoulders, Pantene), Max Factor, Dakine, Visa & many more... -
Creative Director | FounderMarielov Jun 2011 - Jan 2016Key responsibilities:• Designed fashion collections (6-30 looks)• Creative direction• Forecasted & analized trends• Moodboard preparation• Fabric & materials selection and purchase• Planned, organizied & supervised the production process from start to finish• Fashion photo shoot production• Organized 300+ guest fashion shows & events• Worked closely with many external specialists• Negotiated deals• Gave speeches & made presentationsMain MARIELOV achievements:• Participated in fashion shows & events• Mentioned in magazines• Clothes appeared in "X Factor" (TVN), "Dzień Dobry TVN" (TVN), "Pytanie na Śniadanie" (TVP2)• Worn by celebrities
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Design Course CoordinatorPoznan University Of Technology Oct 2010 - Jan 2016Poznan, PlKey responsibilities:• Independently coordinated university courses in Product Design & Architectural Design University level teaching, coaching & consulting - 1st & 2nd year MA program (i.e. 4th & 5Th year of a joint BA+MA 5-year program)• Supervised courses in Product Design (5 years) & Architectural Design of Recreational and Sport Spaces (2 years)• Prepared course programs, based on general course guidelines• Prepared & gave lectures• Consulted student projects• Coached students on design & project execution• Marked students & projects• Motivated, inspired & lead students to achieve the best results possible -
Freelance DesignerFreelance Marketing And Creative Services Jun 1999 - May 2015Provided services in:• Graphic Design, Illustration, Web Design• Branding & Rebranding• Fashion Design (incl. production) & Styling• TVC & music video production• Screenwriting• Architectural Design• Interior Design• Product DesignClients include: Kodansha, Bandai NAMCO, Braun, Arcelor-Mittal, Henessy, Belvedere Vodka, Wainman Hawaii, Stary Browar 50/50, TokyoPOP, Milk & Sugar, tagoodies, 360studios, Kolaseum, Światowe Dni Innowacji, Innovio, Wielkopolskie Konsorcjum Zarządzania Innowacją etc.
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Creative Art Director | Lead Game Designer | Project ManagerSynergy-It Jun 2013 - Sep 2014Poznań, Wielkopolska, PlProject Management:• Managed mobile game production (agile)• Shipped 2 successful titles for mobile devices in time & in budget• Cooperated closely with Lead Game Developer & Game Development team, Game Designers, Level Designers, 2D Graphic Artists, 3D Artists, UX Artists, UI Artists, Concept Artists, Illustrators, Animators, Sound Artists, Music Artists, QA, Marketing Team etc.• Worked & managed relations with third parties (e.g. music studios, marketing teams)• Prepared project documentation (CPS, CE, etc.) • Worked on obtaining licenses for external IPsTeam Management:• Managed a team of 10 professionals from both - creative and technological fields• Delegated tasks & led brainstorming sessions• Supervised the Game Development team on a managerial levelDesign Management: • Lead design & art teams in mobile game production (Game Designers, Concept Artists, 2D Graphic Artists, UI Artists, UX Artists, 3D Artists, Animators, Illustrators, Level Designers etc.)• Planned and supervised the design process & execution from start to finish)Design & Creative Input:• Acted as Lead Game Designer on several projects• Created game documentation (High Concepts & Game Design Documents) for multiple games• Devised monetization strategies & prepared promotional materialsKey projects include:Monster Shake, Hello Kitty Around the World, DiceTris+, Bella & Max and more... -
CreativeMotion Brand Sp. Z O.O. Sep 2012 - Mar 2013Key responsibilities:• Creative Direction • Project Management on media-oriented projects• TVC Production• Creative Screenwriting for TV series, TVC & music videos • Animiatic Production• Co-directing of TVC• Photo Shoot Production• Styling & Styling Supervision• Production Design Supervision• Cooperation with various teams of professionals - designers / graphic artists / filmmakers / screenwriters / creative artists / developers / 3D artists / sound artists etc.Clients include: Canal+, Kuchnia+, Domo+, Volkswagen, Seboradin, Linomag, Gorzko.tv, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Edica, Unia, Alla Rose
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Head Of Architecture & Design | Project ManagerDiagram Sp. Z O.O. Jun 2010 - Jun 2011Poznań, Wielkopolskie, PlKey responsibilities:• Team management - a team of 5 architects• Project management & co-management on big-scale architectural projects• Architectural & interior design - conceptual stage, supervision over documentation preparation• Planning, risk management, time management• Design management• Delegating tasks to external teams of professionals (3D graphic artists, urban planners, engineers, commerce specialists, marketing specialists etc.)• Cooperation with external teams of architects• Sales pitch & project presentation in front of key ClientsMain Projects: Poznań City Center - Main Railway Station & Shopping Center, Inea Football Stadium, 5* Spa Hotel in Hel Peninsula, Półwiejska 2 Department Store -
Architect1050 Pracownia Architektury Jul 2008 - Sep 2008Key responsibilities:• Interior design• Architectural design• Conceptual design in architecture• Drafting & documentation preparation• 3D rendering• Stocktaking of architectural objectsMain Project: Adaptation of an old brick rural house for a private house - reconstruction, extension, moderization
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Junior Architect | Junior Project ManagerStudiomas Architects Jun 2007 - Jun 2008Key responsibilities:• Project management in architecture (small projects)• Cooperated closely with other architects & specialists • Conceptual design in architecture & interior design• Drafting & documentation preparation• 3D renderingMain Achievement: The project my team worked on (Walter Sisulu Memorial renovation & redesign) has been featured in world’s most famous architectural album - the Phaidon Atlas.Main Projects: 5* Hotel in Rosebank, Johannesburg, RSA | Luxury Lodges in Seychelles | Senior Housing Developement in Pretoria, RSA | Corporate Offices in Sandton, Johannesburg, RSA | Private Houses in Johannesburg Area
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Junior Architect | Product DesignerDiagram Sp. Z O.O. Sep 2006 - Apr 2007Poznań, Wielkopolskie, PlKey responsibilities:• Product design• Facade design• Retail design in architecture• Wayfinding systems design• Preparing solutions for individual or mass production of complex design structures• Conceptual design• 3D rendering• Drafting & documentation preparation• Production planningClients inluded: CKiH Stary Browar, CH Cuprum Arena, Arcelor-Mittal etc. -
Japanese Architecture SpecialistFundacja Twórców Architektury Jun 2006 - Sep 2006Key responsibilites:• Writing articles about Japanese architecture• Preparing lectures• Constructing trip itineraries for groups of architects visiting Japan
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Editor In Chief | Journalist | ColumnistVarious Companies Mar 2003 - Aug 2005"MANGAzyn" (Japanese pop culture, manga & anime)AMPOL sp. z o.o.2003 - 2004 News Editor in Chief | Columnist"Kawaii" (Japanese pop culture, manga & anime)by Silver Shark Sp. z. o.o., Wrocław / PL2003 - 2004Journalist"CD-Action" (Computer games)by Wydawnictwo Bauer Sp.z o.o., Warszawa / PL2003 - 2005Occasional publications
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Editor In ChiefOhayonet | Revolution.Pl Jan 2002 - Feb 2003A branch of the biggest Polish web youth portal of the time, revolution.pl.Dedicated to Japanese culture, manga & anime.Key responsibilites:• Content & website management• Managing a team of 8 journalists & editors• Close cooperation with web developers & graphic artists• Graphic supervision• Branding
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Maria Gola Education Details
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Poznan University Of TechnologyArchitecture -
Poznański Inkubator PrzedsiębiorczościAnd Related Support Services -
Instytut Wzornictwa Przemysłowego In WarsawDesign Management -
University Of The WitwatersrandArchitecture -
Poznan University Of TechnologyArchitecture & Urban Planning
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Maria Gola works for Beffio Studio
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Maria Gola's current role is COO & co-owner @ BEFFIO | game art outsourcing.
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What schools did Maria Gola attend?
Maria Gola attended Poznan University Of Technology, Poznański Inkubator Przedsiębiorczości, Instytut Wzornictwa Przemysłowego In Warsaw, University Of The Witwatersrand, Poznan University Of Technology.
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