Anastasia Kurakin
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Creative graphic design student skilled in visual communication, branding, typography, and layout design. Experienced in editorial and UI/UX design, utilizing design thinking through academic and community projects. Demonstrates strong teamwork, organizational, and time management skills, consistently delivering innovative design solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Barista
Empty Cup Cafe
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided friendly, efficient customer service to enhance customer experience in fast-paced cafe
- Prepared and served beverages and food items with attention to quality
- Ensured cleanliness, restocked supplies, and accurately managed cash transactions for smooth operations
Summer Student Community Market Organizer
NorWest Co-op Community Health
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated community pop-up market, enhancing local engagement
- Promoted market via social media and local outreach, increasing visibility
- Collaborated with vendors and community to ensure successful market execution
Skill Development Worker
Norwest Co-Op Community Health Center
Winnipeg, Manitoba
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed workshops and events, promoting learning and social interaction among youth and adults
- Facilitated skill-building programs, enhancing community engagement and personal development
- Prepared meals in kitchen setting, maintaining food safety and meeting quality standards for community service.
Server
True North Hockey for All Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered exceptional service to guests, enhancing overall dining experience in fast-paced environment
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety and service standards to ensure guest safety and satisfaction
- Bartended at events, skillfully serving alcoholic beverages while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Sales Associate
Zumiez
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service to create a positive shopping environment
- Coordinated inventory management and executed in-store merchandising to optimize product presentation
Sales Associate
Garage Dynamite Outlet Collection
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided quality service to customers and managed cash transactions
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor
Dietary Aide
St. James Kiwanis Assisted Living
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Prepared and served meals, ensuring dietary needs were met
- Maintained a clean and safe dining environment while providing compassionate service
Coach
Maccabiah Sport
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed coaching sessions for diverse age groups, focusing on skill development
Coach Assistant
Rhythmic Royals
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Assisted in planning and leading rhythmic gymnastics training sessions
- Developed strong organizational and leadership skills through group management
Education
Graphic Design -
Seneca Polytechnic
12-2026
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg MB01.2023
Skills
- Design
- Layout and visual hierarchy
- Typography
- Branding
- Visual identity
- Corporate design
- Editorial and print design
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere
- Figma
- Idea development
- Critique and iteration
- Organization and time management
- Team collaboration
References
Available upon request
Languages
Fluent in English and Russian
Timeline
Seasonal Barista
Empty Cup Cafe
06.2025 - 08.2025
Summer Student Community Market Organizer
NorWest Co-op Community Health
06.2025 - 08.2025
Skill Development Worker
Norwest Co-Op Community Health Center
06.2024 - 09.2024
Server
True North Hockey for All Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
Zumiez
10.2021 - 12.2023
Sales Associate
Garage Dynamite Outlet Collection
05.2021 - 09.2021
Dietary Aide
St. James Kiwanis Assisted Living
01.2019 - 05.2021
Coach
Maccabiah Sport
01.2017 - 01.2020
Coach Assistant
Rhythmic Royals
01.2016 - 01.2020
Graphic Design -
Seneca Polytechnic
University of Manitoba