Experienced structural and graphic designer for packaging with almost 20 years expertise in the print industry. Highly skilled in prepress for all printing techniques. I've been involved in the printing industry for more almost 20 years. The whole process: design, prepress, printing and finishing. My main focus and passion is design (structural and graphic) and prepress for packaging ( labels, boxes, wraps). I enjoy when I can help create a product that looks, works and it is great to produce.
Prepress
Adobe InDesign
Digital Printing
Print Design
Layout Design
Print Production
Packaging Design
Adobe Illustrator
Offset Printing
Packaging Dieline
Image Editing
ArtiosCAD
Corrugated Box
Print Layout
3D Rendering
Dejan L.
Skopje, North Macedonia
$20/hr
5.0
16 jobs
“Too Old to Be New, Too New to Be Classic” – DFA Records
My name is Dejan, 20+ year experience in print and graphic design industry. I will briefly summarize my skills, capability, and knowledge if you are searching for a professional who can face any given challenge.
🖨 PRINT AND GRAPHICS DESIGN
7 years member of the pre-press and graphic design studio team, producing professional printing press materials, by all required world print standards. The range of my work expands from simple business card design, to sales and promotional flyers and catalogues, through complete brand identity with business proposals, brochures and annual reports. Skilled in large format printing, include posters, roll banners, and trade show displays. High attention on details, typography, photography and aesthetics, because I found it basic, and necessary in the process of producing any kind of printing and promotional materials.
✅ Brand Identity: Compelling logos, t-shirts, business cards, commercial offers, letterheads, menus, and covers that reflect your unique brand message.
✅ Packaging and Label Design: From conceptualization to final design.
✅ Print Design: From brochures, flyers, and catalogs to banners, posters, and magazines, I deliver print-ready layouts that stand out.
✅ Vector Graphics: Meticulous manual vectorization of logos and images.
✅ Outdoor Advertising: Signage, billboards and roll-ups.
✅ Image Editing: Expert image and photo editing, retouching, manipulation, and color correction to ensure your visuals are picture-perfect.
🖥 WEB DESIGN
10+ year, dedicated creating web assets. Website design, landing page design, Google Ads banners design, Hero banner images, Pop-up banners, YouTube covers and thumbnails. Specialized in Social Media Ads for Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
⚙ TOOLS
Each project benefits from my proficiency in industry-leading tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and CorelDRAW. Understanding the nuances of both ad creation and print production, I ensure that your project is not only visually stunning but also technically flawless. I value clear communication and am committed to achieving your vision.
Whether it's your first time working with graphic design or you're a seasoned professional, I ensure seamless collaboration and results that exceed expectations. Let's discuss how my expertise can bring your project to life.
Thank You for spending Your precious time reading my resume, Dejan
Graphic Design
Print Design
Layout Design
Brochure Design
Landing Page
Catalog Design
Flyer Design
Banner Ad Design
Facebook
Print Advertising
Photo Editing
Magazine Layout
Business Report
Social Media Design
Roll-Up Banner
Stole T.
Skopje, North Macedonia
$14/hr
5.0
3 jobs
Graphic and packaging designer, prepress specialist with over 20 years of experience in the graphic industry. My expertise spans various printing processes, including offset, flexo, screen, and digital printing. I possess in-depth knowledge of Adobe software tools such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat Pro, which are essential for effective packaging design. Additionally, I am well-versed in dedicated prepress software and environments.
Professional Background:
Throughout my career, I have worked across diverse sectors within the graphic industry, including printing houses, design studios, and repro studios. This multifaceted experience enables me to seamlessly plan and execute complete projects—from initial concept to final production. I offer end-to-end services encompassing packaging design, prepress, and technical support.
Packaging Designer Responsibilities:
• Innovative Designs: I create packaging designs that align with product branding and adhere to company standards.
• Collaboration: I work closely with product and marketing teams to ensure design consistency.
• Mock-Ups and Presentations: I prepare mock-ups and present new packaging designs to key stakeholders.
• Production-Ready Files: I ensure that design files are correctly prepared for production.
Packaging Designer Tasks:
• Concept Development: I generate packaging concepts, considering aesthetics, functionality, and consumer appeal.
• Design Software Proficiency: I use design software (such as Adobe Creative Suite) to create visual representations of packaging.
• Branding Integration: I incorporate branding elements, product information, and legal requirements into the design.
• Collaboration with Production Teams: I work closely with production teams to ensure feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
• Iterative Design Process: I iterate on designs based on feedback and testing.
Services Provided:
• Conceptual packaging design
• Mock-up creation
• Design file preparation for production
Prepress Specialist Responsibilities:
• Equipment and Software Management: I operate and maintain prepress equipment and software.
• Print-Readiness: I ensure that files are print-ready and meet all specifications.
• Issue Resolution: I troubleshoot and resolve any prepress-related issues.
• Collaboration: I collaborate with press operators and finishing teams to streamline the production process.
In my professional experience, I primarily worked on projects for pharmaceutical and food production companies. My services included designing packaging boxes, pouch bags, labels, and more for medicines and food. Specifically, I was responsible for:
Visual Design: Creating appealing designs in line with industry standards.
Box Design: Developing packaging designs for both medicines and food products.
Adaptation: Modifying external designs to fit specified dielines, ensuring quality and print suitability.
Color Matching: Ensuring consistent color representation.
Print-Ready Files: Preparing files for printing.
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