A man wearing a bicycle helmet standing outdoors in a grassy field.

RESUMÉ

About Jakub

I’m a cycling enthusiast with a passion for creativity and hands-on work. Bikes have shaped much of my life, and I enjoy exploring every angle of the cycling world — from riding and repairing to capturing stories and moments through photography and design. I thrive when combining practical skills with creative thinking, and I’m always curious to learn, experiment, and grow.

Jakub at Work

I enjoy working creatively with both my mind and my hands — whether I’m wrenching on bikes or creating stories, photos, maps, doodles, and other materials for marketing. I like to think a little differently and bring new ideas to the table. I’m always eager to learn, grow, and contribute to my team’s success.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

DOING THINGS I LOVE DOING
— Taking photos, graphic design, creating maps, doodling and making stuff happen.

May, 2024—present

Freelance

AUTOPARTS DEALER
— Handling customer’s orders

September, 2023—May, 2024

SOCIAL MEDIA & BIKE MECHANIC
— Creating most of the social media content, product photos of components and bikes that were built by us. Creating newsletters and blog posts. Handling warranties and service bookings.

January, 2018—April, 2023

CUSTOMER ASSISTANT & BIKE MECHANIC
— Assisting customers with a right bike fit and helping them with where the best trails are. Servicing fleet of rental bikes.

2017—2018

VARIOUS JOBS, LIFE EXPERIENCES AND TRAVELINGIN CANADA & ALASKA

distant past—2017

SKILLS & COMPETENCES

  • Adobe Photoshop – Advanced

  • Adobe Lightroom – Proficient

  • Adobe Illustrator – Competent

  • Procreate – Advanced

  • Photography – Proficient

  • Bike Mechanic – Proficient

  • Online store administration – Proficient

  • Certified MTB Instructor/Guide – type C

  • Doodles

  • Idea making – Level 1000

  • Driving Licence “B”

EDUCATION

Bruntál High School
Secondary Industrial School

2002—2006

Academy of J. A. Komenský
TELC B1 English

2006—2007

School of life
Traveling, learning & experiencing life

2007—present

LANGUAGES

English—fluent

STORIES, DOODLES, MAPS & PHOTOGRAPHY

I love to craft short stories, doodle maps and take photos about my rides and bikes.

Black and white photo of a cyclist wearing a helmet and sunglasses, standing outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background. Overlaid with colorful handwritten notes and a map of the Czech Republic.

Featured story:

UB—OL
Two days of riding a @specializedczsk bike that goes up and down hills with no need for a motor or a battery. Well… it does need a little battery, but not the one you’re thinking of. The only things it really needs are your will and a se
A Thursday evening well spent. Brought to us by @specializedczsk and @vyhoukanasovaolomouc.
A dentist appointment—a short story/timeline if it’s possible to ride home from Olomouc, go to the dentist’s and ride back. See the whole timeline in my newest story. Available via my website.
Mom chugging an Austrian lager in the rain.
84 hours somewhere in Austria. It was beautiful. Find the whole thing on my website!
Random moments from 6 days at @czechtour_cycling! I’m so glad I got to be part of such a great group of people who make this race possible. Thank you for all the laughs and memories. ❤️ This also serves as last week’s visual diary.
Volný přepis pátečních stránek mého deníčku… Více fotek na webu, jako vždycky. Nebuď líný a běž se kouknout. Díky.

Visit my Instagram or browse my website for more.

REFERENCES & MISCELLANEOUS

BIKE GALLERY

Bikes I have build or took pictures of, or both.

A white Cannondale mountain bike with Maxxis tires on green grass, surrounded by trees and foliage.
Black and white photo of an incomplete bicycle frame on a workbench in a workshop, with a pegboard of tools in the background.
A mountain bike leaning against a dark wooden garage door on a gravel and cobblestone surface.
A mountain bike with Maxxis tires resting on dry grass in a forested area with sunlight shining through the trees.
A black mountain bike is standing on a mossy, leaf-covered ground in a wooded area with trees in the background.
A Cannondale mountain bike parked on a gravel path in a suburban neighborhood with greenery and houses in the background.
A black and gray mountain bike on a dirt trail in a wooded area.
A beige mountain bike frame with suspension components, no wheels, placed on a small wooden board on dirt ground with a rocky background.
A mountain bike with a full suspension system, black tires with Maxxis branding, and a metallic frame, standing on a brick pavement in a shaded passageway with apartment buildings and grass in the background.
A black and white mountain bike leaning against a rusty metal wall with blue paint, on grass and dirt ground.
Close-up of a colorful bicycle gear cassette, showing multiple sprockets attached to the bike's rear wheel hub.
A green mountain bike with black tires and orange hub, parked on a gravel road with a blurred background of trees and greenery.
A mountain bike with a teal and white frame, black tires with Maxxis branding, and full suspension, leaning against a blue wall partially covered with green ivy leaves.
A silver mountain bike with black tires and yellow Maxxis branding, parked on a grassy outdoor area with trees in the background.
A modern mountain bike with a silver frame, black and gold suspension forks, and Maxxis tires, leaning against a beige brick wall.
A white full-suspension mountain bike with black components and Maxxis tires, standing on a dirt ground in front of a wooden fence.
Close-up of a mountain bike's frame, crankset, and chain, with a beige background.
A black and white photo of a mountain bike standing on a grassy area with trees and a fence in the background.
A mountain bike with fat tires and purple accents parked on a dirt path surrounded by green trees.
Top view of a bicycle handlebar and suspension fork with a focus on the head tube and top cap, displaying the brand 'MTE' on the frame.
A silver mountain bike with black tires and suspension, parked against a dark wooden wall on a cobblestone sidewalk with some weeds growing between the stones.
A green mountain bike with tan tires standing outdoors on a gravel path with trees and a wooden fence in the background.
A modern mountain bike with a green frame, orange suspension spring, and black tires resting against a red wooden fence.
A modern mountain bike with a silver frame, black tires, and front suspension, leaning against a rust-colored corrugated metal wall outdoors on a patch of grass and dirt.
A gray mountain bike resting on a narrow dirt trail through green bushes and trees.
A black mountain bike with thick tires and a full suspension system rests on a dirt trail in a wooded area with trees and sparse green foliage.
A mountain bike with a green frame, large black tires, and a bright orange rear shock, leaning against a dark red corrugated metal wall outdoors on a partly snowy ground.
A mountain bike with a gray frame and black accents leaning against a metal fence on a dirt surface, with a shadow cast on the ground and dry vegetation in the background.
A mountain bike with thick tires leaning against a rusty red corrugated metal wall on a patch of grass and dirt.
A mountain bike is propped outside a building with glass sliding doors and a tiled roof, connected to a compressor or air pump.
A mountain bike with black tires and a silver frame, leaning against a worn green metal storage container with warning signs.
A modern full-suspension mountain bike with a grey and black frame, red front fork, and black tires, standing on a brick pavement against a dark wall.
Disassembled mountain bike components laid out on a wooden surface, including frame, fork, wheel, pedals, chain, and various parts.
A modern electric mountain bike with a silver frame, black handlebars, and red front suspension fork, standing on a paved surface against a dark background.
A mountain bike with thick tires and a full suspension system is parked on a gravel path with grass and trees in the background.
A beige mountain bike with black tires and suspension is positioned against a dark brown wooden wall, on a paved surface.
Close-up of a modern mountain bike with a white frame and black components, set against a rust-colored corrugated metal background.
A mountain bike with a beige frame and black forks and tires parked on a dirt trail amidst green foliage.
A modern mountain bike with a silver frame, red front suspension, and black tires parked on a paved surface against a dark wall.
A mountain bike leaning against a green metal container on a gravel surface.
Close-up of a modern mountain bike with a beige frame, rear suspension, and a black saddle on a dirt path.
A Cannondale mountain bike with Maxxis tires is parked on a gravel path, with green grass and trees in the background.
A modern mountain bike parked on a dark asphalt surface in front of a metallic silver corrugated fence.
Top view of an electric mountain bike showing the handlebars, power display, and front suspension, with focus on the bike's branding and control panel.
A mountain bike standing on a gravel trail with puddles, showing its reflection in the water.
Disassembled mountain bike parts laid out on a wooden pallet outdoors on grass, including the frame, fork, pedals, chainring, derailleur, and other components.
A pink Cannondale mountain bike with black suspension forks, black wheels, and Maxxis tires, parked on a paved surface against a dark grey wall.
A mountain bike on a dirt road with trees and fences in the background, illuminated by warm sunlight.

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I hope you’ve enjoyed learning more about me, and I’m looking forward to hearing from you!

If you’d like to know more or just say hi, feel free to drop me a line—I’d be happy to chat.

Cheers,

Diagram of a foot with labeled bones including phalanges, metatarsals, and tarsals.
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jakubbarcik@gmail.com

+ 420 739 230 900