Artem Shush

Artem Shush

Branding Specialist in Kharkiv, Ukraine, He/him

About

I am a thorough and responsible professional who values purposeful work that benefits humanity.

Work Experience

2023 — Now
English Tutor at Moia Kimnata
Kharkiv, Ukraine

· Taught a class of 30 A1–A2 students.
· Taught a class of 15 B1–B2 students.
· Prepared educational materials.

2021 — Now
Branding Specialist at Freelance

· Developed 10+ brand strategies and identity systems.
· Consulted 5 NGOs and independent initiatives.
· Subcontracted 2 graphic designers.

2022 — 2022
Regional Coordinator at Alliance.Global
Chernivtsi, Ukraine

· Managed a shelter for 30 asylum seekers.
· Provided logistic and humanitarian aid for 100+ people.
· Organized a network of partnerships with 3 regional NGOs.
· Provided HIV testing and PrEP for 30+ people.
· Organized 15 educational events for 50+ people.

2019 — 2021
Kharkiv, Ukraine

· Facilitated strategic sessions regarding the brand image.
· Got the first official ad placement for an LGBT+ event.
· Prepared 3 art performances on the issue of human rights.
· Managed 50 volunteers within public art performances.
· Designed the brand identity of KharkivPride 2021.

2018 — 2021
Brand Identity Designer at Freelance

· Developed 20+ brand identity systems.
· Designed logos, identity carriers, and guidelines.
· Managed projects on Upwork.

2018 — 2019
Community Coordinator at PrideHub
Kharkiv, Ukraine

· Planned and organized 70+ educational and entertaining events.
· Managed supplies, cleaning, and preparation of the office.
· Worked with partnering social initiatives and businesses.
· Coordinated the work of 30+ volunteers.
· Managed social media platforms.

2018 — 2018
Creative Designer at Goracio
Kharkiv, Ukraine

· Created catalogs, brand books, and guidelines.
· Developed print and digital promo materials.
· Designed packaging for consumer goods.

2017 — 2018
Substitute Teacher at Hillel IT School
Kharkiv, Ukraine

· Taught a “Computer Graphics” course for 20 students.
· Prepared materials for 15 lectures and workshops.

2014 — 2018
Graphic Designer at Freelance

· Designed a logo for the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine.
· Designed logos, brochures, landing pages, etc.
· Managed projects on Upwork.

Volunteering

2019 — 2021
English Tutor at PrideHub
Kharkiv, Ukraine

· Organized 50+ English Speaking Clubs (A1–B2).
· Prepared for creative activities and debates.

2019 — 2021
Kyiv, Ukraine

· Coordinated the head column of the Pride March.
· Managed the alignment and direction of the crowd.
· Communicated with the safety team by radio.

Speaking

2023
Branding for Social Initiatives at Queer Forum 2023
Kyiv, Ukraine
2023
Sex, Gender and Other Myths at Queer Forum 2023
Kyiv, Ukraine
2021
LGBT+ Symbolism at KharkivPride
Kharkiv, Ukraine

Exhibitions

2022
ReFusion at KharkivPride
Kharkiv, Ukraine

Contact

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