Available to hire
Hi, I’m Ishita Mukundan, a creative and detail-oriented Fashion Design and Accessories student (BA Hons, 2nd year) at Istituto Marangoni, based in Milan, Italy. I am seeking opportunities to gain industry experience.
Open to contributing in any role that supports operations, customer engagement, or creative processes, bringing adaptability, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for learning.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Hindi
Advanced
Work Experience
Content Creator at The Akinna
October 2, 2024 - PresentProduced and edited promotional reels for The Akinna's luxury bag brand; styled, modeled and filmed product-focused content in alignment with the brand’s aesthetic.
Freelance Model at The Akinna
February 2, 2025 - October 19, 2025Collaborated on a pre-launch campaign photoshoot to support Milan-based luxury bag brand’s marketing and product positioning efforts.
Runway Rehearsal Model (Volunteer) at BALLY - Milano Fashion Week
July 2, 2025 - October 19, 2025Walked as a model placeholder during Bally’s official pre-show rehearsal for Milan Fashion Week; gained first-hand backstage experience in a high-pressure environment.
Co-founder | Head of Marketing & Design at Chrysalis
January 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025Co-founded an on-profit student-led organization championing United Nations SDGs; conducted workshops and competitions for impactful awareness.
Volunteer Assistant at Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
January 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025Assisted mentally and physically disabled senior citizens; created art and crafts; supported patients and coordinated movement within facilities.
Volunteer Art Instructor at Singapore Association of Mental Health
December 31, 2023 - October 19, 2025Collaborated with the Singapore Association of Mental Health; conducted workshops and showcased artwork created by mentally challenged individuals.
Head of Design at Singapore Anatomy Club
January 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025Crafted templates, logos and impactful advertisements for social media pages.
Content Creator at Hipocrene Magazine
January 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025Created fashion- and design-related content for a student-led magazine; collaborated with fellow students and editors to present current fashion culture and student life at Istituto Marangoni Milan.
Volunteer Runway Model at Bally – Milan Fashion Week
July 1, 2025 - October 19, 2025Walked as a model during Bally's official pre-show rehearsal; gained first-hand backstage experience in a high-pressure, industry-standard environment.
Freelance Content Creator at The Akinna
July 1, 2025 - October 19, 2025Produced and edited promotional reels for Milan-based luxury bag brand, aligning content with brand aesthetics and product positioning.
Co-Founder & Head of Marketing & Design at Chrysalis (Non-Profit Student-Led Organization)
January 1, 2025 - PresentCo-founded and led marketing and design initiatives, championing UN SDGs; organized workshops and campaigns to raise awareness and measure impact.
Volunteer Assistant at Thye Hua Kwan Hospital, Singapore
December 31, 2023 - October 19, 2025Supported mentally and physically disabled senior citizens; assisted with art and craft activities and coordinated movement within facilities.
Volunteer Instructor at Singapore Association of Mental Health
December 31, 2023 - October 19, 2025Conducted workshops and showcased artworks created by mentally challenged individuals.
Head of Design at Singapore Anatomy Club (Design School)
January 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025Crafted templates, logos and impactful advertisements for social media pages.
Content Creator at Hippocrene Magazine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Created regular fashion/design-related content for the student-led magazine at Istituto Marangoni; collaborated with fellow students and editors to reflect current fashion culture and student life at Marangoni.
Volunteer Assistant at Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Assisted mentally and physically disabled senior citizens; created art and crafts; supported patients and coordinated movement within facilities.
Head of Design at Anatomy Club
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Crafted templates, logos and impactful advertisements for social media pages.
Runway Rehearsal Model (Volunteer) at BALLY - Milan
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025Gained first-hand backstage experience in a high-pressure, industry-standard environment.
Freelance Model at The Akinna
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025Collaborated on a pre-launch photoshoot to support Milan-based luxury bag brand's marketing and product positioning efforts.
Co-founder / Head of Marketing & Design at Chrysalis
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Championed UN SDGs; conducted workshops and competitions for impactful awareness.
Volunteer Illustrator at Singapore Association of Mental Health
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Drew and collaborated on workshops and artwork created by individuals with mental health challenges; contributed to community awareness.
Content Creator (Freelance) at The Akinna
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025Produced and edited promotional reels for luxury bag brand's marketing and product positioning efforts.
Content Creator at Hippocrene Magazine
February 1, 2024 - November 7, 2025Created regular fashion/design content for the student-led magazine at Istituto Marangoni; collaborated with fellow students and editors to present current fashion culture and student life at Marangoni.
Freelance Model at The Akina
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025Collaborated on a pre-launch campaign photoshoot to support Milan-based luxury bag brand’s marketing and product positioning efforts.
Co-founder; Head of Marketing & Design at Chrysalis (Non-Profit) – UNSDG Champion
January 1, 2025 - November 7, 2025Co-founded a student organization; led marketing & design efforts; conducted workshops and competitions for impactful awareness on SDGs.
Runway Rehearsal Model (Volunteer) at BALLY - Milan Fashion Week FW25
July 2, 2025 - July 2, 2025Walked as a model; gained first-hand backstage experience in a high-pressure, industry-standard environment.
Freelance Model at The Akina
July 2, 2025 - July 2, 2025Collaborated on a pre-launch campaign photoshoot to support Milan-based luxury bag brand’s marketing and product positioning efforts.
Volunteer Assistant at Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Assisted mentally and physically disabled senior citizens; supported patients and coordinated movement within facilities; created art and crafts.
Volunteer Instructor at Singapore Association of Mental Health
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Conducted workshops and showcased artwork created by mentally challenged individuals.
Head of Design at Anatomy Club (Singapore)
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Crafted templates, logos and impactful advertisements for social media pages.
Participant at Dartmouth College – Summer Creativity, Innovation and Design Program
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Introduced to design thinking; engaged in hands-on projects that fostered innovative problem-solving.
Content Creator at Hippocrene Magazine
November 1, 2025 - PresentDeveloped the brand vision, identity and aesthetic narrative of Istituto Marangoni’s student-led magazine. Conceptualising and overseeing creative ideas across campaigns and projects.
Content Creator – Freelancer at The Akina
October 2, 2024 - November 1, 2025Produced and edited promotional reels for The Akina's luxury bag brand, aligned with the brand's aesthetic and values. Styled, modelled and filmed product-focused content.
Model (Volunteer) at BALLY
February 2, 2025 - July 2, 2025Walked as a model during Bally’s official pre-show rehearsal for Milan Fashion Week; gained first-hand backstage experience in a high-pressure, industry-standard environment.
Co-founder | Head of Marketing & Design at Chrysalis (Non-Profit Organization)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Co-founded and led marketing and design initiatives for a student-led organization championing UN SDGs; conducted workshops and competitions for impactful awareness.
Volunteer Assistant at Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Assisted mentally and physically disabled senior citizens; supported patients and coordinated movement within facilities.
Volunteer Artist Instructor at Singapore Association of Mental Health
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Collaborated with Singapore Association of Mental Health; conducted workshops and showcased artwork created by mentally challenged individuals.
Head of Design at Singapore Anatomy Club
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023Crafted templates, logos and impactful advertisements for social media pages.
Education
BA Honors in Fashion Design and Accessories at Istituto Marangoni Milano
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Global Indian International School, Singapore
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Accessories at Istituto Marangoni
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Accessories at Istituto Marangoni Milano
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027IB Diploma Programme at Global Indian International School, Singapore (Smart Campus)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Accessories at Istituto Marangoni Milan
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Global Indian International School, SMART Campus, Singapore
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024BA (Hons) Fashion Design and Accessories at Istituto Marangoni Milano
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027Qualifications
IB Diploma Programme
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024BA Honors in Fashion Design and Accessories
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2027Global Citizenship Scholarship (Full Ride)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other
A spring summer collection inspired by a journey through the dusk into the dawn
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