Aug 2021 – Apr 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos

• As an Industry Mentor, I've been able to provide tailored guidance, practical advice, and unwavering support to aspiring designers enrolled with 10K Designers. Over the course of four cohorts, I've witnessed firsthand the huge impact it had on me while helping them develop their skills, refine their portfolios, and navigate the intricacies of the design industry.

Nov 2020 – Apr 2021 · 5 mos

• At this early-stage venture, I worked across multiple facets of design - spanning brand, marketing, curriculum, and product - giving me a holistic view of what it takes to build a business from the ground up. Collaborating closely with the founder, I gained deep insights into the company’s vision and roadmap, which helped me align design decisions with long-term goals.
• One of my most meaningful contributions was shaping the UX Design course, where I supported in building the workbooks for a 12-week program alongside instructor Anudeep Ayyagari. I also actively mentored students throughout the course, ensuring they had the guidance and support needed to thrive in their design careers. This experience deepened my passion for education and user-centered design, while strengthening my ability to break down complex concepts into actionable learning.

Sep 2020 – Mar 2021 · 6 mos

Mar 2020 – Feb 2021 · 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• I contributed to the design of scalable systems for both marketing blog sites and the banner ecosystem across the product. With a focus on consistency and localization, I helped build a coherent visual framework that could adapt seamlessly to diverse city-specific content websites.
• Helped standardize the banner design, making a contribution to unifying the design system that was under the works.
• Designed flexible blog templates that aligned with both SEO needs and brand guidelines.
• Focused on creating a coherent system that sped up blogsite production for different regions.

Dec 2019 – Sep 2021 · 1 yr 9 mos · Global · Remote

• Commudle – Led the creation of a scalable design system that improved UI consistency and sped up developer handoff by 30%. Focused on user needs and design precision to enhance the end-to-end platform experience for a growing community base.
• AutoVRse – Contributed to the design of immersive XR experiences that merged storytelling with interaction. My work helped the team prototype faster and translate complex concepts into intuitive, real-time visuals for enterprise clients.
• Krafting Networks – As Senior Visual Designer, I developed cross-platform visual assets that increased engagement across social media and product touchpoints. Successfully aligned brand narratives with user expectations, driving visibility for multiple partner brands.

Aug 2018 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 5 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• Designed for the food division formerly known as Foodpanda, which evolved into a portfolio of brands including Khichdi Experiment, FLRT, Bowlsome, and Isfahani. I led end-to-end design efforts across branding, digital campaigns, and OOH marketing, helping each brand establish a distinct, memorable identity in a competitive market.
• Developed visual systems that increased brand recall and ensured consistency across 50+ digital and physical touchpoints.
• Art directed multiple high-impact photoshoots, resulting in a 2x improvement in engagement across social channels and stronger alignment with customer personas.
• Contributed to launch campaigns that helped new sub-brands gain traction and drive early customer acquisition.
• Managed a team of 2 designers and a copywriter during my tenure

Jun 2018 – Sep 2019 · 1 yr 3 mos · Lucknow Area, India

• Worked on the curation of the logo for LLF 2018 and continued working on the brochure and printable design collaterals. I also reworked on the brochure in 2019 as the theme changes every year.

Dec 2017 – May 2018 · 5 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• I've worked across various design fronts, including packaging, out-of-home (OOH), print, digital, and merchandise. Notably, I spearheaded an innovative bus stop design project for Freshmenu, which garnered significant recognition.
• Among the diverse brands I've collaborated with are Big Basket, Presidency University, Freshmenu, Deepam Silks, and more. These experiences have enriched my understanding of design dynamics across different industries and further honed my skills in delivering impactful visual solutions.

Oct 2017 – Dec 2017 · 2 mos · Bangalore

• As a full-time freelance Art Director within the Digital Media Team of the agency, I had the opportunity to work on prominent brands such as VanHeusen Innerwear & Athleisure, Bharat Benz, Duroflex, TicketNew, Ola, and Billion (a Flipkart Brand).
• My primary focus involved crafting compelling social media posts and digital ads, ranging from static creatives to engaging GIFs. This role allowed me to leverage my creative expertise to deliver impactful visual content that resonated with target audiences across various digital platforms.

Jun 2016 – Oct 2016 · 4 mos · India

• BrandFirst is a Digital Marketing Agency where I played a pivotal role in crafting captivating designs for social media posts, websites, and other digital creatives. My hands-on experience extended to collaborating with esteemed brands such as Unique Tutorials and Singh Study Center, where I leveraged my creative skills to deliver compelling visual solutions that resonated with their target audiences.

Dec 2015 – Jan 2016 · 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• My responsibilities included editing images for e-commerce websites, branding and conducting photo shoots for various products. It was a month-long internship which helped me understand some unknown tools/ techniques of Photoshop.