$290 / month
Unlimited Q&A via chat
Expect responses in 24 hours or less
Hands-on support
I’m Dimitris Vakrinos, though most people know me as Vakri. I’ve built a multi-faceted career in Brand Design, Strategy, and Localization Design, working with global brands like Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon. I've also co-founded multiple innovative startups (Foodbag, Phind, Dikaio.ai) and Greece’s largest photography community.
For me, design is more than just visuals; it’s a powerful tool for communication and business growth, and I want to help you master it.
Who I help & My Mentoring Style:
My mentorship is designed specifically for busy freelance designers, ambitious juniors, and creative founders. If you have a packed schedule, struggle to align timezones, or simply prefer to work at your own pace without the pressure of live Zoom calls, my Asynchronous Video Mentorship is built for you.
When you share your work or business roadblocks with me, I record detailed, screen-shared video breakdowns. You receive high-level, personalized Art Direction and strategic advice that you can watch, pause, and implement whenever your schedule allows.
Here is exactly how I can help you achieve your goals:
- Portfolio & Career: Auditing your portfolio to highlight exactly what you are missing to land your next job.
- Freelance Growth: Raising your rates, maximizing your value to clients, and working from home efficiently.
- Business Strategy: Navigating the challenges of starting, running, and scaling your own creative business.
- Project Direction: Unblocking you on specific design, branding, or mixed-media projects.
Behind the scenes:
I share my life in Athens with my wife (also a designer!), and I run my own branding agency, Strategic Sheep. When I’m not working, I’m playing basketball, drumming, diving into books, or learning Japanese.
Ready to get started?
Choose a mentorship plan or a one-off session. Send me a link to your portfolio or a brief description of the biggest challenge you are facing right now, and let's get to work on your first video review!
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We will send you a quick email if Dimitris has new open spots for mentorship, and only in that case!
Book a free intro call with Dimitris
Connect with Dimitris in a quick call (usually under 30 minutes)
One-off sessions with Dimitris
One-off sessions are a great option if you're looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
Is your resume getting ignored? Send me your CV. I will record a screen-share video breaking down your layout, typography, and content. I will show …
Send me your portfolio link! I will record a detailed screen-share video breakdown highlighting what works, identifying UX/layout issues, and pinpointing exactly what you are …
Stuck on a specific design project? Send me your files (Figma, Illustrator, etc.). I will record a video giving you direct art direction and practical …
Sending a pitch to a client? Share your proposal or pricing document with me. I will record a video reviewing your structure, offering, and pricing …
What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Dimitris says about their trial:
During your 7-day trial, we dive straight into async mentorship! No live calls or time zone math required!
Here is how we start:
1. You send over your portfolio, a WIP project, or a business challenge.
2. I review your work and record a personalized, screen-share video breakdown.
3. We discuss the feedback via chat and establish your roadmap.
Experience the power and flexibility of async art direction before you fully commit!
