Petar Acanski
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Petar Acanski

Senior product designer @ Toptal in Novi Sad, He/him

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3 months ago

About

Product Designer by Day,
Type designer, Photographer & 3D enthusiast by Night

Work Experience

2020 — Now
Remote

In this role, I focus on enhancing client experience while collaborating closely with product managers and fellow designers. I mentor junior designers and work on both interface and user experience design to create seamless and engaging products.

2019 — 2020
Novi Sad, Serbia

As Head of Design, I drove product strategy and art direction while leading both product and marketing design initiatives. I focused on establishing design methodology and fostering team leadership through hiring, onboarding, and mentorship. My role also involved conducting research and ensuring high-quality user experience and interface design across all projects.

2017 — 2019
Novi Sad, Serbia

In this role, I worked on rebranding and redesign projects, conducting research to inform design decisions. My focus was on creating seamless user experiences and designing intuitive user interfaces that align with the company's goals.

2016 — 2017
Novi Sad, Serbia

As an Art Director, I led the design team, overseeing all aspects of projects to ensure they aligned with the client's vision. My role included art direction, hands-on interface and user experience design, client communication, and mentoring junior designers. I was also involved in creating company procedures to improve creative workflows.

2016 — 2016
Novi Sad,

As a UX/UI designer, I focused on creating intuitive interfaces and enhancing user experiences. I worked closely with clients to ensure their vision was met and was also involved in shaping company procedures to improve design and development workflows.

2011 — 2016
Novi Sad, Serbia

I worked as a frontend developer with a strong focus on design, handling frontend development, interactive design, and user experience. I was also involved in shaping company procedures to improve workflows and processes.

2013 — 2015
Novi Sad, Serbia

I launched Bitanga Clothing, a local T-shirt brand, where I took care of everything—from design and production to marketing and photography. It’s a full hands-on experience running the brand.

2007 — 2011
Founder & Designer at H3O Creative Studio
Novi Sad, Serbia

I run a small design studio, handling everything from marketing and client communication to design and development. My work includes interface design, frontend development, WordPress theme creation, logo, and graphic design, as well as prepress for offset, digital, and screen printing.

2004 — 2005
Graphic Designer at Zevs multimedia
Novi Sad, Serbia

I worked with clients to create designs for offset, digital, and screen printing. I handled everything from initial concepts to prepping files for print, ensuring they were ready for production.

Projects

2022

The entire idea started as a wish to participate in the #36daysoftype. A couple of months before, I started learning 3D so I thought how a project like this one could be a good practice.

2016

Bold, quirky, and free for download - Blow Brush is a handwritten marker-style font inspired by the hip-hop culture and graffiti community.

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