Krsto Jakupek
Graphic & Web Designer
I am writing to apply for the AI-Driven Graphic Designer position at Feazer Design Studio. With 7+ years of multidisciplinary design experience and a proven track record of integrating emerging AI technologies into professional workflows, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to your global creative operations and help shape the future of AI-enhanced design delivery.
Professional Summary
Multi-disciplinary designer with 7+ years of professional experience spanning graphic design, photography, print production, digital marketing, and web development, complemented by branch management expertise and international project delivery. I integrate the full creative-to-production pipeline—from concept and design through physical manufacturing and finishing—with demonstrated precision, accountability, and performance under pressure in both team-based and autonomous environments.
Throughout my career spanning print production, digital marketing, and web design, I have consistently delivered high-quality creative assets across diverse formats while managing multiple projects simultaneously. I have actively integrated AI tools including ChatGPT, Midjourney, and FLUX into my design process, leveraging them to accelerate ideation, generate visual concepts, and enhance creative output while maintaining the precision and quality standards developed through years of hands-on production work.
Design Approach
I believe that well-designed digital experiences must be intuitive, visually consistent, and grounded in user understanding. In previous projects, I have successfully adapted design styles to different industries and markets, and independently led smaller projects from concept to completion.
Tools & Skills
Future Marketing
Graphic Designer – Editor | March 2021 – February 2024
- Created visuals for Facebook and Instagram (feed, story, carousel, video)
- Developed websites with WordPress and Elementor
- Advanced retouching and photo manipulation using Adobe Creative Suite
- Built process automations in Make.com and Zapier to streamline workflows
- Independently managed smaller projects from concept to delivery
Leadon Marketing
Graphic Designer / Photographer | May 2022 – December 2023
- Designed social media content: feed, story, and carousel visuals
- Photo retouching and short-form video editing
- Developed marketing campaigns and visual identities
- Adapted communication and visual language for the Finnish market
- Maintained brand guideline adherence across all deliverables
NEXUS produkcija j.d.o.o. (Foto Lenišće)
Graphic Designer – Photographer | March 2019 – March 2023
- Managed branch operations: client communication, scheduling, processing
- Delivered ID photography, card printing, decal production
- Expanded service portfolio
- Doubled daily revenue through service expansion and client relationship
- Clients included: City of Koprivnica, Bazeni Cerine, Komunalac
Grafička kultura D.T.S. d.o.o.
Assistant Machine Operator – Graphic Technician | April 2018 – March 2019
- Operated Manroland 202, Parva, and Heidelberg GTO printing presses
- Ink preparation, calibration, and quality control
- Performed finishing and cutting on Schneider Senator equipment
- Cultivated precision, accountability, and teamwork skills in production
Core Competencies
Graphic & Web Design
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere; WordPress, Carrd, Shopify; HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Print & Production
Offset printing (Manroland 202, Parva, Heidelberg GTO), finishing (Schneider Senator)
Digital Marketing
Content and creative development for Meta and Google Ads, SEO, content management, process automation
Photography & Video
ID and portrait photography, studio and event photography, photomontage, video capture, editing, and animation
CNC & Finishing
CNC router operation (Vectric Aspire), cutting plotter, decal cutting, garment printing, book binding, post-press processes
Automation & AI
Make.com, N8N, Zapier, Perplexity, ChatGPT, Midjourney, FLUX
Featured AI Works
Key Strengths
Business Operations
Branch management, daily revenue growth, and service portfolio development
Precision & Reliability
Application of quality control and standardization protocols in print and finishing operations
English Proficiency
Competent—developed through multi-year collaboration with diverse clients across USA, EU, and Finnish markets
Why I'm Excited
I thrive in fast-paced, remote environments where adaptability and self-direction are essential. My experience managing international client relationships across multiple time zones has honed my communication skills and ability to translate diverse client needs into effective visual solutions. I am eager to contribute to delivering scalable, high-quality creative assets while mentoring team members in AI adoption and pushing the boundaries of what AI-enhanced design can achieve.
My technical proficiency spans the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere), WordPress, Shopify, and foundational HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, allowing me to seamlessly integrate AI-generated content into comprehensive design systems across digital, print, and branding applications. This combination of creative excellence, technical versatility, and data-informed optimization positions me to deliver measurable impact while exploring cutting-edge AI methodologies.
I am available to start immediately and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my blend of traditional design expertise, production knowledge, and AI integration experience can add value to your team. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Sincerely, Krsto Jakupek.