Rushab Shah

Design Manager

Hyderabad, Telangana, India17 yrs 10 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expanded creative workforce by 3x.
Maintained 99%+ client satisfaction rate.
Expert in AI-assisted workflow optimization.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Creative Operations Leader specializing in AI-driven efficiency for scalable design teams.

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Skills

Core Skills

Creative OperationsClient ManagementProject ManagementMentorshipProject CoordinationGraphic Design

Other Skills

StrategyProblem SolvingConcept DevelopmentMentoringDesignCreative Problem SolvingMultitaskingDesign ThinkingArtificial Intelligence (AI)NegotiationHeadcount ManagementPeople ManagementTime ManagementStrategic PlanningThought Leadership

About

Most corporations struggle with a fundamental gap: the distance between high-level creative vision and the operational machinery required to deliver it at scale. With 18+ years of experience, I bridge that gap. I don't just lead designers; I build scalable creative ecosystems. I have expanded the creative workforce by 3x, maintaining a 99%+ client satisfaction rate for some of the world’s most recognizable brands. What I bring to the table: Scale: Proven track record of building and managing 100+ person creative teams across consulting, advertising, and publishing. Operational Rigor: I apply PMP® methodologies and Six Sigma Lean principles to creative workflows, ensuring that "creative" doesn't mean "unpredictable." AI-Driven Efficiency: I specialize in AI-assisted workflow optimization—integrating generative tools to reduce turnaround times while increasing creative output. Strategic Collaboration: I work directly with CCOs and COOs to align creative strategy with bottom-line business objectives. I am currently focused on helping organizations modernize their creative operations. If you are looking to scale your creative output without losing quality or operational control, let’s talk. Core Expertise: Creative Operations | AI Integration | Agile Leadership | Client Management | Mentorship

Experience

Designed.org

Design Mentor

May 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 10 mos

Mentoring aspiring designers and creative professionals to meet their goals.

MentoringDesignMentorship

Mediamint

3 roles

Associate Director

Promoted

Jul 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 8 mos

As the Associate Director of Creative Services at MediaMint since July 2019, I have taken the helm of a vibrant Creative Team of over 80 talented individuals, including designers, team leads, associate managers, project coordinators, and quality analysts. My responsibility is to drive impactful creative solutions while ensuring seamless collaboration with cross-functional partners. I work closely with the Chief Client Officer (CCO) and Chief Operations Officer (COO), crafting core teams tailored to specific business requirements in collaboration with various channel partners.

StrategyProject ManagementCreative OperationsClient Management

Senior Manager

Promoted

Jul 2021 – Jul 2022 · 1 yr

I held the position of Senior Manager from July 2021 to July 2022. During this period, I ensured the alignment of project deliverables with company methodologies and goals through meticulous project tracking and strategic planning.

Project ManagementProblem Solving

Manager

Jul 2019 – Jul 2021 · 2 yrs

From July 2019 to July 2021, I served as a Manager where I played a pivotal role in crafting roadmaps, program plans, and scrum boards to guide creative endeavors and maximize their impact.

Problem SolvingConcept DevelopmentCreative Operations

Adplist.org

Design Mentor

Feb 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 1 mo · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Mentoring aspiring designers and creative professionals to meet their goals.

Creative Problem SolvingMentorship

Deloitte

3 roles

Assistant Manager

Promoted

Sep 2013 – Jun 2017 · 3 yrs 9 mos

At Deloitte from September 2013 to June 2017, I managed operations within the document and creative services team, working on global campaigns designed to engage employees. I oversaw design elements of newsletters, presentations, and other marketing collaterals. My efforts resulted in an average CSAT performance score of 98.6%. I also conceptualized key projects like SME assessment which improved quality scores by 25%.

Problem SolvingConcept DevelopmentCreative Operations

Project Coordinator

Promoted

Sep 2009 – Sep 2013 · 4 yrs

From September 2009 to September 2013, my role included understanding client requirements from various industries, classifying them into different categories, and scheduling tasks to designers and specialists. I ensured optimum resource utilization while negotiating deadlines with global customers.

Problem SolvingMultitaskingProject Coordination

Graphic Designer

Dec 2007 – Sep 2009 · 1 yr 9 mos

Starting in December 2007 until September 2009, I assisted clients by designing a variety of brand materials such as presentations, brochures, sales sheets, posters, advertisements, proposals, and client service plans.

Design ThinkingCreative Problem SolvingGraphic Design

Rr donnelley

Graphic Designer

Apr 2006 – Nov 2007 · 1 yr 7 mos · Greater Hyderabad Area

I worked at RR Donnelley from April 2006 to November 2007, designing advertisements for a reputed yellow-page U.S. telephone directory and conceptualized ads for food, fashion, transportation, aviation, hotel, and food industries using industry-standard applications such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator on Mac platforms.