About me
Specialist in branding and building marketing tools
I have been developing my skills, knowledge and experience continuously for 19 years. Since 2005, I have had the pleasure to work as a freelancer as well as a full-time employee of such agencies as i-Systems (Art Director) and Gong (Graphic Designer).
Since 2012, I have been working with multiple business partners as an independent consultant and, at the same time, leading with success (in the Polish and world arenas) CHALLENGE Studio - Branding and UX/UI agency.
My values
The experience that I gained allows me to successfully connect two worlds - business and creation. As an entrepreneur, I analyze and understand the business problems of my partners. As a designer, I do not forget about the user experience and the importance of the visual layer.
My competences
Creative / art direction & project management
I manage the work of teams of various sizes and specializations, so it ensures the world-class quality of project implementation.
Brand strategy
I create brand strategy & identity, so it stands up to the challenge.
Brand design
I design brand marketing tools (printed and digital), so it catches the eye of the customer.
Product / UX / UI design
I design e-commerce platforms, websites and apps that effectively convert traffic into sales.
AI design
I leverage modern AI tools to create creative brand assets, so it reduces the cost of operations.
Training and workshops
I pass on knowledge and take care about knowledge transfer, so that teams work effectively.
My design process
I utilize 6 stages of the Design Thinking methodology
The Design Thinking methodology is highly valuable in both branding and UX/UI processes. It places a strong emphasis on understanding the user's needs, empathizing with their experiences, and iterating through prototyping and testing.
In branding, it helps uncover the essence of a brand, ensuring that it resonates with the target audience. In UX/UI design, it fosters user-centric solutions by prioritizing user feedback, enhancing usability, and creating a seamless, enjoyable experience.
Design Thinking enhances creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration, making it a powerful approach in crafting effective and user-friendly solutions.
1.
Discover
1.1. Discovery meeting / 1.2. Estimate and proposal / 1.3.Team, work schedule and project start date
2.
Define - Research, competition analysis and audits
3.
Strategize - Branding or / and UX workshops
4.
Prototype
4.1. Naming, messaging and content / 4.2. Concept design (visual identification, marketing tools, UI design etc.)
5.
Test - Concept validation
6.
Implement
6.1. Marketing tools design / 6.2. Guidelines / 6.3. Development / 6.4. Beta testing / 6.5. Launch
During my career I advised and desiged among others for:
8a.pl, Acer, Alior, All In! Games, Aviva, AFRISO, Beghelli, Bluesoft, Ceneo, cyber_Folks, Deeper, DRE, Deezee, Elzab, Ecco, Future Processing, Huuuge Games, H88, Hamilton May, Interdoor, i-systems, Koszulkowo, LaMania, Martini / Bacardi Limited, Maspex, Megabajt, NREP, Orlen, Rage Quit Games, Shopsys, Smsapi / Link Mobility, SalesViewer, Terra Classic, Techland, Tecra, TheFarm51, Timetrend, Toyota Bielany, Tracer, Tekniska, US Pharmacia, Voss Automotive.
Awards and distinctions of projects I have worked on:
24x Behance
Featured in curated galleries
29x CSSWinner / CSSReel
Website of the day
13x Awwwards
Honorable mention
5x FromUpNorth
Featured
2x Adweek
Featured in talent gallery
2x Packaging Of The World
Featured in packaging gallery
1x RE:PL
Place in Top 10 in "Polish rebranding of the year 2017" competition
I had the pleasure of speaking at:
Design Hive #2: To brand or not to brand - Katowice, September 2024
Using AI tools in branding processes
Silesia Design Meetup - Gliwice, September 2021
Importance of Key Visual design in branding and UX/UI processes
UX Makers #3 - Katowice, March 2018
UX well packaged – how to experience branding
G-Spot Marketing #2 - Gliwice, March 2017
Logo fu*k up – how to avoid crucial mistakes in visual identification