Bio

As an artist by birth, I gained a deeper understanding of the IT sector when I majored in Computer Science. After graduation, I decided to merge my creative and technical skills and worked as a Digital Product Designer, serving international clients for over five years. Even during the pandemic, I continued to pursue my passion for art and completed a master’s degree in Digital Design in the Netherlands, which allowed me to expand my skill set and break through any creative barriers.


Following the completion of my studies, I returned to Greece and joined the armed forces, where I was assigned to the Hellenic Navy’s Cyber Security Department. My combination of technical expertise and military discipline enabled me to work efficiently under pressure and successfully overcome complex challenges.I’m now ready for my next challenge, armed with years of professional and academic experience in Digital Design, as well as a strong sense of teamwork and adaptability to various environments.

Education & Certificates

MSc Digital Design - HvA

School: Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, NL  
Year: 2020 – 2021  
Activities and societies: Maker In Residence, Coderdojo
Modules Included: Design Research, Design Processes, Design Futures, Design Ethics, Data & Matter

BSc Computer Science - UoR

School: University of Reading, UK  
Years: 2013 – 2016  
Modules Included: HCI, Systems Design, Project Management, Enterprise, Architecture and eBusiness, Software Quality and Testing, Domains and Soft Systems, Informatics for E-Enterprise, Evolutionary Computation, Advanced Databases

UI Design Specialisation

School: University of Minnesota – Coursera  
Years: Oct 2019 – Jan 2020  
Modules Included: UI Design, User Research, Prototyping, Evaluating User Interfaces

Graphic Design Specialisation

School: Cal Arts – Coursera  
Years: Jan 2017 – Jun 2017  
Modules Included: Typography, Imagemaking History of Graphic Design, Fundamentals of Graphic Design

Testimonials

 

As a startup, we needed to move quickly and efficiently to launch our MVP. Giannis was able to take our rough ideas and turn them into a polished and professional product, while also providing valuable design insights that helped shape the direction of our company.

 

Giannis Teofylaktos, CEO

Mazi

In our fast-paced industry, it can be difficult to find a designer who can keep up with our needs and deliver quality work under tight deadlines. Giannis has consistently done both, and has become a trusted partner in the design and development of our digital products.

Dimitra Kirikou, CTO

PCS