Perspektiva
Overview
Perspektiva emerged from a clear need: Bulgaria’s design talent was fragmented, undervalued, and often isolated. Designers lacked a supportive network, access to business skills, and a space to share knowledge or find meaningful work. The vision was bold-to build a thriving, inclusive hub where designers could learn, connect, and launch their careers together.
The Challenge
Fragmentation: Designers operated in silos, with little collaboration or mentorship.
Skill Gaps: Many lacked business, freelancing, and portfolio-building know-how.
Visibility: Local talent struggled to find clients or showcase their work.
Community Fatigue: Previous attempts at design groups fizzled due to lack of engagement or clear value.
The Solution / Our Approach
KICKFLIP partnered with Perspektiva’s founders to co-create a vibrant, sustainable community platform:
Brand Identity: Crafted a bold, welcoming brand that stands for creative independence and mutual support.
Digital Platform: Built an intuitive website featuring resources, a job/project board, event calendar, and member directory.
Events & Workshops: Launched regular webinars, portfolio reviews, and in-person meetups to foster learning and networking.
Mentorship Program: Matched experienced designers with newcomers for skill-building and career guidance.
Freelance Masterclass: Developed a flagship course empowering designers to thrive as independent professionals.
Year
2022 - Ongoing
Industry
Design Community & Education
Results / Impact
700+ members joined in the first 18 months, with active participation in events and online forums.
50+ events hosted, including masterclasses, portfolio reviews, and guest lectures from industry leaders.
Mentorship program led to dozens of successful career transitions and freelance launches.
3x increase in freelance projects and collaborations among members.
Recognized as Bulgaria’s leading design community in local media and by industry partners.
CREDITS
Martin Bonov
Marietta Todorova
Kaloyan Madzhunov
Borislav Asenov
Betina Markova