Mykola Maliy

Creative One

Professional Summary

Award-winning Creative Art Director with over two decades of experience in the advertising industry. Worked with top agencies such as DDB, Saatchi & Saatchi, Y&R, and Ogilvy, handling various renowned brands. A creative and strategic thinker specializing in non-traditional approaches, offering expertise in idea development, presentations, identity creation, video/photo production, design, and more.

Professional Experience

  • Creative Director – Freelance, Las Palmas, Spain
    Developed comprehensive brand strategies, delivered innovative designs, and implemented creative approaches for diverse projects.
  • Creative Director – Freelance, Dubai, UAE
    Spearheaded creative branding initiatives and marketing campaigns tailored to enhance brand identity and market reach.
  • Creative Director – FMW, Dubai, UAE
    Directed digital creative strategies, specializing in web design, mobile app interfaces, and social media marketing solutions.
  • Associate Creative Director – Ogilvy Action, Saudi Arabia
    Led the creative team in crafting impactful activation campaigns and shopper marketing strategies for international and regional clients.
  • Creative Director – Van Der Buzz, Ukraine
    Established agency branding, refined internal processes, and guided strategic direction to deliver successful global campaigns.
  • Senior Art Director – Young & Rubicam, Ukraine (2015-2022)
    Managed high-profile accounts, translating complex ideas into compelling visuals and ensuring brand consistency across campaigns.
  • Art Director – Saatchi & Saatchi, Ukraine (2013-2015)
    Conceived and executed creative concepts, driving innovative advertising solutions for key clients.
  • Designer – DDB, Ukraine (2006-2008)
    Designed engaging visual materials, supporting multi-channel marketing efforts for prominent brands.
  • Designer – Marka, Ukraine (1999-2000)
    Crafted unique design solutions, collaborating closely with clients to meet branding and advertising goals.

Education

Master of Fine Art and Graphic – KDPU, Ukraine (1994-1999)

Awards

  • Effie
  • Yorsch
  • Golden Hammer
  • Kyiv International Advertising Festival
  • Eurobest

Skills

  • Brand Development
  • Creative Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Shopper Marketing
  • Brand Activation
  • Ambient Media
  • Design
  • Art Direction
  • Copywriting
  • Adobe Suite
  • Video Production
  • Web Development
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