​DUBRAVKA DRENSKI MULTIDISCIPLINARY
DESIGNER
+385 (0) 87 921 5814
dubravkadrenski@gmail.com

“The life of a designer is a life of fight: fight against the ugliness.”
Massimo Vignelli
ABOUT ME
As a passionate and results-driven graphic and digital designer, I bring over two decades of experience, merging artistic flair with business savvy. My love for design is evident in my ability to conceptualise and deliver captivating visuals across diverse media platforms. I specialise in creating print-ready designs, eye-catching packaging solutions, engaging digital content, and web design. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for creative problem-solving, I excel in developing and executing digital marketing strategies while managing social media profiles and campaigns.
Collaborative by nature, I thrive on working closely with teams to deliver multifaceted projects on time and within budget. Let's connect and create something remarkable together.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Reliability is at the core of my work ethic. I have a proven track record of delivering editorial layouts on time, even under tight deadlines, while working as a full-time intern with Irish Tattler (Irish Studio). This commitment to timely delivery is a testament to my dedication and professionalism.
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Creative Problem Solver
I am a problem-focused individual with an excellent eye for detail. I am passionate about clearly capturing the client’s vision and goals to deliver a creative and compelling solution.
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Graphic Design Expertise
I have over six years of experience in Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe certifications in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Visual Design, and I am an accredited Microsoft Office Specialist.
My Collaborative nature is a key strength that I bring to any team. I have experience working in cross-functional teams in local and global environments. This openness and willingness to work together make me a valuable asset in any project.
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Excellent Business English
I have lived in Dublin for eight years now and have received a distinction in business English level 5.
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Professional Artist
I have been a professional artist for over 25 years and have sold many pieces of artwork through numerous Art Gallery exhibitions worldwide.
CV
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Graphic, Packaging & Digital Designer, Digital
Marketer, Project Manager
McLoughlinsRS, Dublin
June 2024 - Present
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• Lead Designer for Packaging – Led packaging development from
ideation to final approval, ensuring brand consistency and market
impact.
• Packaging Project Management – Managed the entire packaging
process, ensuring compliance, functionality, and production
efficiency.
• Final Approval & Quality Control – Approved packaging artwork,
shipping marks, and production elements for accuracy and timely
manufacturing.
• International Collaboration – Worked closely with suppliers (China)
to streamline workflows and ensure on-time delivery.
• Marketing & Sales Integration – Developed creative marketing
strategies, incorporating packaging into sales materials and
presentations using AI.
• Sales Material Development – Designed high-impact presentations
and marketing materials to support sales pitches.
• Digital Content & Social Media – Managing and executing content
strategy, including copywriting, motion graphics, and video
production for digital campaigns for Social Media and email
advertising using Brevo.
• Website & E-Commerce Management – Designed and maintained
website layouts, ensuring product visibility and stock alignment.
• Print & Production Oversight – Negotiated with printers, designed
POS displays (FSDUs, CDUs), and ensured cost-effective, high-quality
production.
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Graphic & Digital Designer, Digital Marketer,
BUNALUN Organic, Bray
June 2023 - June 2024
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Produced captivating visuals for digital and print media, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
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Created print-ready designs, ensuring seamless production.
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Developed eye-catching packaging designs and innovative solutions, elevating product presentation and appeal.
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Create and execute effective digital marketing strategies, driving significant increases in online presence.
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Generated content across multiple platforms, increasing brand awareness.
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Manage social media profiles and campaigns.
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Managing, creating, and customising Web pages, optimising user experience and online visibility.
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Efficiently managed the Brandbank Platform, ensuring accurate and
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up-to-date product information for enhanced brand representation and consumer trust.
Graphic Designer, Business Print, Dublin
September 2022 -March 2023
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Designed a wide array of printing materials, including Books, Journals, Brochures, Leaflets, Posters, Flags, Totems, Calendars, Business Cards, Wedding Invitations, and Stationery Suites and delivered high-quality and creative printing solutions.
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Developed impactful social media advertising content, including banners, landing pages, motion graphics, and GIFs.
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Freelance Graphic Designer, Dublin
May 2021- September 2022
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• Completed a Book editorial, designed the Cover and Digital
Illustrations are published on Amazon and in hard copy.
• Design advertisements for Social Media, Banners and GIF-s
• Branding- Logo Development, Business Card, Stationery Suite
• Web Page design
• Design for printing materials, Brochures,
Questionnaires, Leaflets, Wedding Invitations, Posters.
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Graphic Designer, Irish Studio, Dublin
June 2018- Sept 2018 (Internship)
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• I collaborated and created new editorial layouts for Irish Tatler
and Irish Tatler Men under tight deadlines.
Art Director, Ribbon, Zagreb, Croatia
June 2013 – June 2016
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• I supplied paintings, jewellery and watches to several
Galleries and Gift shops around Croatia.
• Create catalogues and promotional material.
Creative Director, Jeki-co, Zagreb, Croatia
January 2000 – May 2013
• Responsible for new jewellery fashion collections based on
on market research, I increased new products by 20% per
year, this attracted a new customer base, which significantly
increased revenue by 15% year on year for 10 years.
• Implement and develop a new stock management
system specific to our market. With the increased efficiency.
This reduced the need for staff from three persons to one.
• Dealing with customer queries, coordinating the office
administration duties and managing staff.
Full-time Artist, Faustus, Zagreb, Croatia September 1995 – January 2000
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• As a professional artist, I produced and sold my paintings
and jewellery by organising Exhibitions around Croatia.
• I was selected to supply my Art and Souvenirs by the Ministry
of Immigration -Croatia for official gifts, and by L’Academie
des Eches, Medical Intertrade, Pliva, Opel, TBW, OMW Group
• I achieved 12 solo and 16 group exhibitions for my Artwork.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Ballyfermot Collage for Further Education, Dublin
QQI Level 6 Award in Graphic Design BCFE
September 2019 - June 2022
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Finglas Training Centre Dublin
QQI Level 5 Award in Graphic Design CDETB
​November 2017 – September 2018
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Oiliúna, CDETB, Dublin
Diploma in Microsoft Office Master, ECDL
April 2017 – July 2017
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School for fine art, Zagreb, Croatia.
Drawing/Painting Skills
March 2014 – July 2014
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Faculty of Political Science of Zagreb University, Zagreb, Croatia.
Journalism
September 1990 – May 1995
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Middle Medical School | Celje, Slovenia.
Degree in Nursing
September 1986 – May 1990
Middle Medical School | Celje, Slovenia.
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SKILS
Adobe Certified Professional in Print and Digital
Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign
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Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic
Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator
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Adobe Certified Professional in Visual
Design Using Adobe Photoshop
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Adobe Certified Professional in
Visual Design
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Adobe After Effect
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Adobe Premier Pro
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Microsoft Office Specialist Master
Office 2016
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GRAPHIC DESIGN WORK
“We are all born with genius. It's like our fairy godmother.
But what happens in life is that we stop listening to our inner voices, and we no longer have access
to this extraordinary ability to create poetry.”
Milton Glaser
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“If you can design one thing, you can design everything.”
Massimo Vignelli
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