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Yurko Gutsulyak RGD

  • Art Direction
  • Branding
  • Packaging
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Yurko Gutsulyak RGD

Yurko Gutsulyak is an accomplished design wizard with over 20 years of mastery in the field. He is the Creative Director and Co-Founder of the award-winning Gutsulyak.Studio, globally known for its exquisite design, focused on identity and packaging. Yurko Gutsulyak's expertise and success led him to launch the studio in North America and Europe, operating between Toronto, New York, and Kyiv. Gifted with an inventive mind, Yurko Gutsulyak has taken part in creating hundreds of unique projects that have earned over 150 reputable awards, including Red Dot, European Design Awards, Epica Awards, Pentawards, Dieline Awards, Communication Arts, and Graphis. He is also a passionate advocate for pushing the art world's boundaries, sharing his insights and inspirations through articles, talks, and workshops. His interviews have been published in leading print design magazines, including Novum (Germany), idPure (Switzerland), +design (Greece), idN (Hong Kong), telegraf (Ukraine), Font (Czech Republic), and Brand (China). Countless others have appeared in digital media. His expertise and achievements have earned him a place as a respected design judge in Canada, the United States, Ukraine, Poland, Slovenia, South Korea, Taiwan, and other countries. Additionally, several of his iconic works have been exhibited in museums around the globe. In 2025, he was inducted into the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts.

Toronto, ON

Member since October 04, 2018

Art Director, Designer @ Gutsulyak.Studio

Skills

I know a lot about...

“helping brands become more competitive through distinctive identity and strategic packaging. With 20 years of international experience, I translate business goals into visual systems that work commercially and emotionally — for emerging companies seeking a strong market entry or established brands looking to stand out in competitive categories.”

I'm thinking a lot about...

“connecting creativity with the physical world. From research and concept development to materials, printing technologies, and shelf presence, I design with implementation in mind, ensuring that ambitious ideas move beyond screen presentations and become effective market-ready products.”