Sudhakara D

Innovative Creative Lead Designer with a proven track record of creating impactful, scalable design solutions for global brands and teams. Expert in translating complex concepts into visually compelling designs, driving engagement, and ensuring brand consistency. Adept at collaborating across cross-functional, global teams to deliver creative assets that resonate with diverse audiences.

Known for leveraging cutting-edge tools and design strategies to streamline workflows and improve scalability. Passionate about producing dynamic visuals that elevate user experiences and contribute to organizational success on a global scale. Excellent knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, and related design production tools.

A good understanding of Microsoft Office and project management tools like Airtable,

Lead Graphic Designer - Nava - DCG - (US-based client)

(2025-05)

• Lead Designer within the offshore team, playing a pivotal role in building DCG's (US-based client) brand identity and marketing presence from the ground up.
• Instrumental in establishing and scaling the DCG brand from scratch, shaping its visual identity, marketing strategy, and creative direction.
• Served as a trusted offshore creative partner, working directly with US leadership to build a cohesive and recognizable brand presence.
• Owned the creative lifecycle from concept to execution across branding, motion graphics, digital marketing, website assets, presentations, videos, and sales collateral.

Design Consultant (Freelance Designer) - B2B SaaS Company ( Global ) - Global

(2023-10 - 2024-07)

• Led the ideation, design, and execution of brand and marketing campaigns for global clients.
• Developed high-impact visual content across gif, videos, caurasels & web ads, mailers, web banners, and digital assets.
• Ensured brand consistency and adherence to design systems for cross-platform communications.
• Collaborated with marketing teams, content strategists, and product designers to deliver creative solutions aligned with business goals.
• Conducted research on global design trends to create fresh, innovative brand experiences.

Manager ( Design & Brand Communication ) - Kfintech technologies LTD. - India

(2021-12 - 2022-07)

• Enhancing brand visibility and identity through in-house branding and marketing efforts.
• Aligning corporate identity activities internally and externally
• Managing market communications, including advertising, events, and promotions.
• Creating advertising materials such as social media creatives, infographics, videos, and company presentations, promotional materials for conferences
• Developing HR communication models, event signage, corporate lms, brochures, newspaper ads, outdoor commercials, and newsletters to support sales

Senior Visualizer / Art - Primesoft Solutions Inc. (India & International) - India & International

(2016-11 - 2021-11)

• Conceptualize, Develop, and Produce user Interactions based on current trends in Design Media Advertisements, including web banners
• Landing Pages, Social & Web media ads, SMM mailer Campaigns, PPT Presentations, GIF animations, Product Packaging, Creating Icons, and Print layouts that exceed client expectations
• Managed packaging and branding initiatives for Zoook International's music products, promotional materials for trade shows based in Hong Kong

Creative Designer - MediaMint (International) - International

(2013-07 - 2016-06)

• Design, develop and produce effective advertising campaigns on social media platforms.
• Trained 4-5 designers to develop their skills and keep working ciently
• Create quality designs, concepts, and layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts that exceed customer expectations
• Determine the size and layout of the ADs with copy and select the style and size of the type.
• Production of static and animated graphics for Web Advertising for international customers for Adroll & Zendesk
• Designed brochures, posters, internal branding and event posters and was involved in the company's design and marketing support

Visualizer / Art - Ogilvy & Mather (Worldwide) - Worldwide

(2010-11 - 2012-04)

• Collaborated with renowned clients including Coromandel, PBEL City, Heritage, and CTRLS to develop print ads, emailers, landing pages, microsites/web pages, logos, newsletters, packaging, and other campaign assets
• Played a key role in conceptualizing and executing print advertisements, contributing to successful campaign strategies and client pitches

Graphic Designer - Cinimage Studios Private Limited (India) - India

(2010-01 - 2010-11)

• Creating promotional materials including posters for restaurants, corporate identity, company profile presentations, print ads using computer graphics software

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) - Design and Applied Arts, Visual Communication - Jawharlal Nehru Architecture & Fine Arts Universityu (2006 - 2010)

Computer Graphics & Animation, CGA - Shraddha Vocational Junior College (2004 - 2006)

5 to 10 standard - Nruptunga High School