Hi, I’m Dilara, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who loves crafting clear, user-focused visuals across digital and print. I enjoy building coherent brand systems and delivering engaging visuals that educate, inform, and delight audiences across various channels. I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex ideas into accessible formats like infographics, posters, and product assets. I thrive on juggling multiple projects under tight timelines while continuously refining messaging and visual storytelling to support customer experiences and brand growth.

Dilara Virdee

Hi, I’m Dilara, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who loves crafting clear, user-focused visuals across digital and print. I enjoy building coherent brand systems and delivering engaging visuals that educate, inform, and delight audiences across various channels. I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex ideas into accessible formats like infographics, posters, and product assets. I thrive on juggling multiple projects under tight timelines while continuously refining messaging and visual storytelling to support customer experiences and brand growth.

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Hi, I’m Dilara, a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who loves crafting clear, user-focused visuals across digital and print. I enjoy building coherent brand systems and delivering engaging visuals that educate, inform, and delight audiences across various channels.

I’ve collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate complex ideas into accessible formats like infographics, posters, and product assets. I thrive on juggling multiple projects under tight timelines while continuously refining messaging and visual storytelling to support customer experiences and brand growth.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Supermarket Assistant (Partner) at John Lewis Partnership
August 1, 2024 - Present
Worked within a values-led, high-trust Partnership culture, contributing to team performance and customer experience. Maintained premium standards of presentation, accuracy, and attention to detail, and collaborated with colleagues during busy trading periods. Developed understanding of retail operations and internal communications.
Creative Branding Assistant at Transcend Wellness
August 1, 2024 - Present
Designed clear, user-focused visual communications supporting customer education, services, and events across digital and physical platforms. Translated complex wellbeing concepts into accessible, insight-driven visuals (infographics, posters, and digital assets). Collaborated with stakeholders to refine messaging and improve user understanding; managed multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Retail & Design Assistant at Anna Boutique
March 1, 2018 - September 30, 2019
Supported customers with clear communication, listening, and tailored recommendations. Maintained high visual merchandising standards aligned with brand identity. Adapted visual layouts and presentations to enhance customer experience; collaborated with a small team to deliver consistent results.
Creative Content Designer at Relative Waffle
July 1, 2018 - August 31, 2020
Designed digital content and product concepts aligned with brand tone and audience needs. Developed merchandise designs informed by user engagement and brand values. Balanced multiple creative tasks while maintaining consistency and quality; worked closely with stakeholders to iterate and refine design solutions.
Art & Branding Intern at Psy chopedia Life Ltd
February 1, 2018 - July 31, 2021
Illustrated a published book cover for a wellbeing title. Supported development of consistent visual identity across print and web platforms. Structured briefs, integrated feedback, and refined final outputs; contributed to accessible design aimed at broad, non-specialist audiences.

Education

BA (Hons) Illustration at University of the Creative Arts
September 1, 2022 - July 31, 2025
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design at Kingston College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design at Kingston College
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
BA (Hons) Illustration at University of the Creative Arts
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education, Other