I am Ashish Patil, a Creative Director based in Mumbai, India. With a solid background in fine arts and applied arts from Sir JJ School of Arts, I've dedicated my career to building strong brand identities and leading creative design teams. My expertise spans brand development, advertising, design direction, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful campaigns. Currently, I oversee multi-channel strategies and creative executions for major clients such as Harley-Davidson India while guiding teams across several luxury and hospitality brands. Throughout my career, I have consistently driven excellence in design and advertising, achieving key wins like securing the all India pitch for Isuzu Motors Limited as part of the leadership team.

Ashish Patil

I am Ashish Patil, a Creative Director based in Mumbai, India. With a solid background in fine arts and applied arts from Sir JJ School of Arts, I've dedicated my career to building strong brand identities and leading creative design teams. My expertise spans brand development, advertising, design direction, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful campaigns. Currently, I oversee multi-channel strategies and creative executions for major clients such as Harley-Davidson India while guiding teams across several luxury and hospitality brands. Throughout my career, I have consistently driven excellence in design and advertising, achieving key wins like securing the all India pitch for Isuzu Motors Limited as part of the leadership team.

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I am Ashish Patil, a Creative Director based in Mumbai, India. With a solid background in fine arts and applied arts from Sir JJ School of Arts, I’ve dedicated my career to building strong brand identities and leading creative design teams. My expertise spans brand development, advertising, design direction, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful campaigns.

Currently, I oversee multi-channel strategies and creative executions for major clients such as Harley-Davidson India while guiding teams across several luxury and hospitality brands. Throughout my career, I have consistently driven excellence in design and advertising, achieving key wins like securing the all India pitch for Isuzu Motors Limited as part of the leadership team.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at The Republic
July 1, 2025 - Present
Responsible for developing and implementing multi-channel approaches for Harley-Davidson India. Supervised design experiences for a California-based restaurant ‘Indian Summer’ and various F&B brands under The Olive Group and Bellona Hospitality. Led advertising and design campaigns for luxury fashion brands including Diesel Fashion India, Timberland India, Roxy, and Quicksilver. Managed art directors for prominent brands such as Oberoi-Trident Hotels, Diageo, Taj Hotels, and others. Major achievement includes winning the all-India pitch for Isuzu Motors Limited as part of the leadership team.
Art Director at Triton Communications
December 31, 2006 - August 12, 2025
Developed multiple campaign concepts in collaboration with senior copywriters and account teams. Directed photographers, illustrators, designers, and production staff to ensure the proper production of campaign elements.
Graphic Designer at Lowe & Partners
December 31, 2003 - August 12, 2025
Worked as a graphic designer creating visual design solutions for various projects and campaigns.
Creative Director at The Republic
July 1, 2025 - Present
As Creative Director since July 2025, I lead the development and implementation of multi-channel strategies for Harley-Davidson India and supervise design experiences for various hospitality and luxury fashion brands. I manage and guide teams of designers and art directors working on brands such as The Olive Group’s F&B brands, Bellona Hospitality, Diesel Fashion India, Timberland India, and others. A key achievement includes winning the all India pitch for Isuzu Motors Limited while part of the leadership team.
Art Director at Triton Communications
December 31, 2006 - August 12, 2025
From 2003 to 2006, I developed multiple advertising concepts in collaboration with senior copywriters and account teams. I directed photographers, illustrators, designers, and production staff to ensure the proper execution and quality of campaign elements.
Graphic Designer at Lowe & Partners
December 31, 2003 - August 12, 2025
Between 1999 and 2003, I worked as a Graphic Designer contributing to various design projects, laying the foundation of my skills in advertising and brand development.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Applied Arts) at Sir JJ School of Arts (Mumbai)
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Applied Arts) at Sir JJ School of Arts (Mumbai)
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2025

Qualifications

Senior Creative Director
January 18, 2019 - August 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Professional Services