I am Dmitry Baranov

and, I am a Creative Specialist a Graphic Designer a Commercial Photographer.

About me

Just a little introduction

Dmitry Baranov

Dmitry Baranov

Graphic Designer | Creative Specialist | Marketing Strategist

Graphic designer and creative specialist with 14+ years of experience turning ideas into visual solutions that get results. I can take a brief, ask the right questions, and come back with something the clients didn’t even know they wanted, but needed. I work across retail, construction, technology, and professional services, creating brand identities, pitch decks, sales presentations, marketing campaigns, infographics, and digital assets. From banner ads and outdoor prints to social media and email campaigns, I handle both strategic design and hands-on execution, including professional photography and videography when projects require it. Expert in Adobe Creative Cloud.
Based in Tampa, open to remote work or relocation. Bilingual (English / Russian).

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Areas of Expertise

Skills that drive results

    • Expert in graphic design, photo editing, web development, and digital prototyping
    • Strong foundation in design principles: typography, visual hierarchy, color theory, and layout
    • Professional photography skills, including retouching, color correction, and print production
    • Proven experience in retail, advertising, and marketing strategies
    • Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
    • Skilled at prioritizing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines
    • Detail-oriented problem solver with strong analytical and conceptual thinking
    • Bilingual (English/Russian) - Full proficiency | Authorized to work in the United States

My Toolkit

The tech behind the creativity

  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Photography | Retouching
  • Motion | Video | Animation
  • HTML | CSS | Web
    • Design & Creative: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, After Effects, Premiere Pro), Figma, Canva | Layout Design, Packaging Design, Logo Design, Icon Design, Typography, Vector Illustration
    • Pitch Deck Design, Investor Presentations, Sales Presentations, Marketing Presentations, Infographic Design, Data Visualization, Storytelling through Design
    • Photography & Video: Product Commercial Photography, Corporate Headshots, Event Coverage, Color Grading, Video Production, Mockup Creation, Studio lighting, Catalog photography, E-commerce photography, Retouching workflow
    • Web & Digital: UI/UX Design, Wireframing, Digital Prototyping, HTML/CSS, WordPress, Landing Page Design, Responsive Design, On-Page SEO Optimization
    • Marketing & Strategy: Brand Identity, Campaign Management, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Social Media Content, Marketing Collateral, Sales Enablement, Lead Generation
    • Print Production: Pre-Press, CMYK, Pantone, Typography, Brand Guidelines, Style Guides, Vector Illustration
    • Analytics & PM: Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, Asana, Trello, Smartsheet
    • AI Design Tools: Midjourney, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, Gemini | Content Generation, Workflow Automation, Prompt Engineering
    • Languages: English - Full Professional, Russian - Native

Portfolio

Highlights from my work

Photo | Design | Print

Commercial photography expertise with brand design capabilities

Promo Flyer | Design

Brand photography and design solutions for businesses

Product Photography | Marketing

Creative product photography paired with strategic design

Brand | Logo | Design

Brand identities and photography that connect with audiences and drive engagement

Photo | Design | Print

Product photography and graphic design for modern brands in Tampa

Brand Identity | Logo

Professional Product Photography and Design

Logo | Brand | Cards

Expert design solutions: logos, booklets, posters, and integrated marketing campaigns

Design | Promo Booklet

Professional imagery and graphic design for products

Product Photography | Marketing

Product photography and design that sells

Poster | Design | Print

Creative design solutions that transform brands through photography and visual strategy

Logo | Design | Print

Creative product photography paired with strategic design

Logo | Brand | Product

Full-service creative: product photography, brand identity, and print design

Banners | Photo | Print

Professional product photography combined with strategic brand design and marketing solutions

Photo | Design | Print

Professional product photography combined with creative graphic design

Design | Layout

Professional visual design services in Tampa

Creative Post Cards

Creative Post Cards and graphic design for products in Tampa

Photo | Design | Print

Commercial Photography & Visual Design

Social | Promo | Design

Commercial Photography & Visual Design

Identity | Photo

Professional product visuals and creative design

Marketing Campaign

Professional imagery and graphic design for products

Design | Print

Commercial Design & Photography

Creative Design & Product Photography

Design | Print

Creative Design & Product Photography

Professional Headshots | Events

Commercial Headshots and Event photography services with design expertise

Design | Print

Product Photography & Graphic Design

Photo | Design | Print

Commercial photography services with design expertise

Design | Print

Professional product visuals and creative design

Photo | Design | Products

Expert visual design and professional product photography

Identity | Logo | Design

Expert visual design and professional product photography

Professional Background

Key roles and achievements

  • Graphic Design and Creative Specialist

    DAVIDOFF OF GENEVA
    Tampa, FL

    September ’21 – April ’26
    Responsibilities:
    • Led creative strategy for 500+ annual marketing assets, boosted brand engagement by 35% through data-driven design decisions
    • Directed product and lifestyle photography for S.T. Dupont Paris and Davidoff, from studio setup to final delivery, ensuring brand consistency across e-commerce, catalogs, and marketing platforms
    • Reduced turnaround time from 14 to 10 days while managing creative workflows across 5+ concurrent campaigns
    • Created integrated marketing campaigns (email, landing pages, social media, sales materials) that increased click-through rates by 20%+ and improved lead generation
    • Built brand guidelines, typography systems, and style guides from scratch while overseeing quality control across all touchpoints
    • Produce visuals ranging from motion graphics and packaging design to pitch decks and multi-format social media assets

  • Graphic Designer | Brand Photographer

    DAVIDOFF OF GENEVA
    Tampa, FL

    October ’17 – September ’21
    Responsibilities:
    • Designed and produced marketing assets across print and digital channels, including advertisements, social media graphics, trade show materials, and product documentation for luxury brands
    • Created product photography and video content for S.T. Dupont Paris and Davidoff, executing complete production workflows from studio setup through retouching and color correction
    • Developed email marketing campaigns and social media content aligned with brand strategy, contributing to increased engagement across digital platforms
    • Produced promotional visuals including digital compositing, typography layouts, vector illustrations, and social media advertising assets

  • Graphic Designer | Brand Manager

    VC PUBLISHING
    Moscow, RF

    June ’12 – August ’17
    Responsibilities:
    • Led a design team of 4 across brand identity, logo design, and marketing campaigns, delivering 100% of projects on time and within budget
    • Managed project budgets, vendor coordination, and client relations across multiple concurrent initiatives
    • Directed design lifecycle from concept to delivery, ensuring quality standards and stakeholder satisfaction across all deliverables
    • Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to inform design strategy, resulting in 30% increase in client retention

Growth Mindset

Keeping pace with evolving trends

  • AI & Emerging Tech

    Proficient in AI design tools for concept development, content generation, and workflow optimization.

  • Specialized Photography

    Corporate headshots and personal branding portraits. Event coverage: product launches and conferences. Commercial product photography.

  • Video Production

    End-to-end video creation: shooting, editing, color grading, and post-production for marketing and social media.

  • Marketing & Strategy

    Financial services background with deep understanding of brand strategy and multi-channel marketing execution.

  • Cross-Platform Integration

    Systems thinking approach to ensure cohesive visual communication across digital, print, and experiential environments.

  • Tech Adaptability

    Quick learner of new software, platforms, and tools; hardware troubleshooting and system maintenance.

  • Years Creating Visual Magic
  • Images Captured & Perfected
  • Hours of Learning & Growth
  • Cups of Creative Fuel

Let's Connect

Available for freelance and full-time opportunities

  • Tampa, FL
  • 813-580-4970
  • Message on WhatsApp
  • mail@dmitrybaranov.pro
  • www.dmitrybaranov.pro