Kira Shakhtarin
Communication designer working across branding, visual communication, and digital media. Interested in creating concept-driven projects that combine strategic thinking with meaningful visual narratives. Particularly drawn to cohesive metaphors, clear systems, and thoughtful storytelling that help transform complex ideas into engaging and accessible experiences.

Milan, Italy
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Curriculum Vitae


Education

2025/present
Politecnico di Milano
M.A. Communication Design 

Milan, Italy

2019/23
HSE Art and Design School

B.A. Design 
(honors graduate)Moscow, Russia




Work experience

2024/25
Tsvetnoy Central Market

Marketing department
position: lead designer
Moscow, Russia (on-site)
→ Lead visual direction for seasonal campaigns and events / Art direction across digital and social platforms / Design visual content for social media and web / Creation and maintenance of visual guidelines



2024/26
LINII
Communication department
position: designer
Moscow, Russia (remote)

→ Design visual content for social media and web / Design print materials and brand assets / Creation and maintenance of visual guidelines



2023/24
Samolet Group
Brand-media department
position: junior digital designer
Moscow, Russia (on-site)
→ Design visual content for social media and web / Creation and maintenance of visual guidelines



2022/24
HSE Art and Design School
Art practice and design technologies
position: tutor
Moscow, Russia (on-site)



Skills

Visual Identity, typography, motion design,
digital & web design, design systems, concept development & art direction


Programs

Figma, After Effects, Photoshop, 

Illustrator, Indesign


Language profiency
English C1
Russian Native
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