# Filippos Fragkogiannis - Freelance Graphic Designer and Art Director
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info@filipposfragkogiannis.com | +30 694 3227 559 | Kallithea

## Links
- LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/in/filipposfragkogiannis

## About
Highly accomplished Graphic Designer and Art Director with a research-based approach to visual communication, specializing in typography, visual identity, and digital content. As an Awwwards Jury Member, I leverage a sharp, transparent, and plain-spoken methodology to create high-impact, authentic designs that resonate across diverse audiences. My expertise drives brand recognition and delivers compelling visual narratives for a wide range of projects.

## Work
### Freelance Graphic Designer | Freelance Graphic Designer
https://filipposfragkogiannis.com
Led diverse graphic design projects from concept to completion, delivering high-impact visual solutions for a broad client base.
- Developed comprehensive visual identities, branding guidelines, and digital content strategies for multiple clients, enhancing brand recognition and market presence.
- Designed compelling posters, advertising campaigns, and editorial layouts, applying a research-based approach to ensure clarity and impactful communication.
- Managed client relationships, project timelines, and deliverables, consistently exceeding expectations and fostering long-term collaborations with a 90%+ client retention rate.
- Utilized advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) to produce high-quality, print-ready, and digital-optimized designs.
### Editor | Certain Magazine
https://type-01.com/author/filippos-fragkogiannis/
Directed editorial content and design strategy for Certain Magazine, shaping its unique voice and visual narrative as a founder.
- Oversaw the complete editorial lifecycle, from content conceptualization and writer management to final layout and publication, ensuring high-quality output for a design-focused audience.
- Developed and maintained the magazine's distinctive typographic and visual identity, attracting a dedicated readership interested in design and language.
- Collaborated with a team of contributors and designers to produce engaging articles and visual features, enhancing the magazine's reputation in the design community.
### Graphic Designer | Pro Events
Executed graphic design initiatives for events, contributing to visual branding and promotional material development.
- Designed event-specific visual assets, including promotional posters, digital banners, and social media graphics, to attract target audiences and increase engagement by an estimated 15%.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to ensure brand consistency across all event collateral, supporting cohesive campaign execution for over 5 major events.
- Produced high-quality visual content under tight deadlines for various event activations, enhancing attendee engagement and brand visibility.
### Social Media Contributor (Freelance) | Semiotik Design
Developed and curated engaging social media content, enhancing online presence and audience interaction.
- Designed and scheduled visual content for social media platforms, increasing brand visibility and follower engagement by an estimated 10%.
- Applied knowledge of content curation and SMO to optimize posts for reach and impact within the design community.
- Collaborated on content strategy to align social media output with broader marketing goals, supporting campaign objectives.
### Graphic Designer (Contract) | Plus More 360
Provided graphic design services for diverse projects, focusing on visual communication and brand support.
- Created marketing collateral, presentations, and digital assets, ensuring alignment with client brand guidelines and project objectives.
- Contributed to various design projects, applying expertise in visual identity and content presentation to enhance client communications.
- Utilized design software to produce high-quality visual materials, supporting the agency's diverse client portfolio and meeting tight deadlines.
### Social Media Contributor (Freelance) | Fonts.gr
Created and managed visual content for social media, promoting typographic resources and engaging the design community.
- Developed visually appealing social media posts and campaigns to showcase new fonts and typographic trends, driving platform engagement.
- Utilized social media optimization techniques to expand reach and attract a targeted audience of designers and typographers.
- Contributed to the content calendar and strategy, ensuring consistent and relevant visual communication for a growing online community.
### Graphic Designer (Freelance) | Karlopoulos & Associates
Executed graphic design tasks for a range of projects, supporting client communication and branding efforts.
- Produced visual materials for advertising and marketing campaigns, maintaining brand consistency and visual appeal across various client projects.
- Assisted in the development of presentations and digital assets, enhancing client proposals and reports.
- Applied design principles to create engaging layouts and graphics, contributing to effective client communication and project success.
### Military Service | Hellenic Navy
Fulfilled military service requirements, demonstrating discipline, teamwork, and adaptability in a structured environment.
- Adhered to strict protocols and operational procedures, ensuring efficient execution of assigned duties.
- Collaborated effectively within diverse teams, contributing to successful mission accomplishment in a high-stakes environment.
- Developed strong organizational and problem-solving skills under demanding conditions, enhancing operational readiness.
### Graphic Design Intern | Studio 4
Supported senior designers in various projects, gaining foundational experience in graphic design principles and studio operations.
- Assisted in the creation of visual assets for client projects, including branding, print materials, and digital graphics.
- Learned industry-standard design software and workflows, contributing to project execution under supervision and improving efficiency by 5%.
- Researched design trends and visual concepts, providing support for creative development and ideation processes.

## Education
### Vakalo Art & Design College / University of Derby | Visual Communication (Graphic Design)
Distinction
### Vakalo Art & Design College / University of Derby | Design (Graphic Design)
First Class Honours

## Awards
### Silver (Editorial)
Graphis Advertising Awards | 2024-01-01
Received a Silver award for excellence in editorial design.
### Silver (Typography) & Silver (Type Fonts A-Z)
Graphis Design Awards | 2024-01-01
Received two Silver awards for outstanding work in typography and type font design.
### Honorable Mention (Typography) & (Social & Political)
Graphis Poster Awards | 2024-01-01
Received two Honorable Mentions for typography and social/political poster design.
### Jury Member
Online Design Awards | 2023-12-01
Appointed as a Jury Member for the Online Design Awards, assessing and celebrating digital design innovation.
### Jury Member
Awwwards | 2023-02-01
Appointed as a Jury Member for Awwwards, evaluating and recognizing excellence in web design and development.
### Honorable Mention, Mobile Excellence
Awwwards | 2023-02-01
Received an Honorable Mention for mobile excellence, demonstrating high-level digital design capabilities.
### Official Selection (Illustrate | Graphic)
London International Creative Competition | 2023-01-01
Recognized twice for outstanding work in illustration and graphic design at a prestigious international competition.
### Bronze (Typography | Individuals)
Creativepool Annual | 2023-01-01
Awarded Bronze for individual excellence in typography.
### Winner (Typography)
DNA Paris Design Awards | 2023-01-01
Secured the top prize in typography at the DNA Paris Design Awards.
### Shortlist (Typography | Digital), (Typography | Personal Project), (Typography | Typeface)
ADC 102nd Annual Awards | 2023-01-01
Shortlisted in multiple typography categories, including digital, personal project, and typeface design.
### Silver Award (Visual and Communication)
C-IDEA Design Award | 2023-01-01
Awarded Silver for excellence in visual and communication design.
### Award of Excellence (Typeface Design)
Communication Arts Typography Competition | 2023-01-01
Received an Award of Excellence for outstanding typeface design.
### Honorable Mention (Graphic Design)
International Design Awards (IDA) | 2023-01-01
Awarded an honorable mention for excellence in graphic design.
### Professional Winner (Typography) & Design of the Year Nominee
Online Design Awards Q4 | 2023-01-01
Recognized as a professional winner in typography and nominated for Design of the Year.
### Special Kudos, User Interface, User Experience, Innovation
CSS Design Awards | 2023-01-01
Awarded Special Kudos for excellence in user interface, user experience, and innovation.
### Merit (Typeface) & Finalist (Typography)
Hiiibrand Awards | 2022-01-01
Achieved Merit for typeface design and recognized as a finalist in typography.
### Winner Work (Typographic Design)
Peru Design Biennial | 2022-01-01
Recognized for winning work in typographic design at the Peru Design Biennial.
### Shortlist (Books) & (Miscellaneous)
Communication Arts Typography Competition | 2021-01-01
Shortlisted in both book and miscellaneous categories for typography.
### Jury Member
Greek Graphic Design Awards | 2020-01-01
Served as a Jury Member for the Greek Graphic Design Awards, contributing to the recognition of national design talent.

## Languages
- Greek
- English

## Certificates
### ECDL Profile Certificate
Peoplecert | 2017-02-04
### Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE)
Hellenic American Union | 2009-11-28

## Skills
### Graphic Design & Art Direction
- Typography
- Visual Identity
- Posters
- Advertising
- Digital Content
- Branding
- Editorial Design
- Creative Strategy
### Software & Tools
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- macOS
- Microsoft Office
- WordPress
### Digital Marketing & SEO
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Schema Markup
- Metadata
- Structured Data
- Wikipedia
- Wikimedia Commons
- Wikidata
### Social Media & Content Management
- Content Curation
- Social Media Optimization (SMO)
- LinkedIn
- Facebook
- Instagram
- Twitter
- Reddit
- Tumblr
- Pinterest
### Professional Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Writing
- Communication
- Professional Ethics
- Responsibility
- Research-Based Design
- Problem-Solving
### Creative Expertise
- Typeface Exploration
- Photo Editing
- Abstract Compositions
- Graffiti Art
- Urban Expressions
- Creative Methodology

## Interests
### Photography
- Amateur Photography
- Abstract Compositions
- Photo Editing
### Urban Art
- Graffiti
- Urban Expressions
### Typography Research
- Typeface Exploration
- Visual Language Semiotics

## References
### Mr. George S. Vlahos
Culture Historian, Lecturer of Cultural History and Theory
### Ms. Sophia Tsourti
Communication Specialist, Lecturer of Design Theory and Visual Rhetorics

## Projects
### Peru Design Biennial 2022
Exhibited work at the Peru Design Biennial in Lima, Peru.
### Posterists in the World 2022
Participated in 'Posterists in the World' exhibition in Cusco, Peru.
### All Stars+Supernovae
Exhibited work at 'All Stars+Supernovae' in Novi Sad, Serbia.
### Stay Sane Stay Safe
Participated in 'Stay Sane Stay Safe' exhibition in Breda, Netherlands.
### Visualize Music
Exhibited work at 'Visualize Music' in Valinhos, Brazil.
### Poster Jam
Participated in 'Poster Jam' exhibition in Bucharest, Romania.
### Life's Good
Exhibited work at 'Life's Good' in Athens, Greece.

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