With over 4 years of experience as an Illustrator and Graphic Designer, I have developed expertise in crafting impactful visual solutions for branding, digital storytelling, and marketing campaigns. My background includes working with national and international companies across diverse industries, delivering high-quality designs that align with strategic goals. Most recently, I’ve led creative initiatives as a Senior Associate – Graphic Designer at a company driving corporate social responsibility and employee engagement, designing for global volunteering programs and social impact campaigns. My work consistently enhances brand identity, drives audience engagement, and brings strategic narratives to life through innovative and visually compelling design.…

Kathakali Mistry (Kat)

With over 4 years of experience as an Illustrator and Graphic Designer, I have developed expertise in crafting impactful visual solutions for branding, digital storytelling, and marketing campaigns. My background includes working with national and international companies across diverse industries, delivering high-quality designs that align with strategic goals. Most recently, I’ve led creative initiatives as a Senior Associate – Graphic Designer at a company driving corporate social responsibility and employee engagement, designing for global volunteering programs and social impact campaigns. My work consistently enhances brand identity, drives audience engagement, and brings strategic narratives to life through innovative and visually compelling design.…

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With over 4 years of experience as an Illustrator and Graphic Designer, I have developed expertise in crafting impactful visual solutions for branding, digital storytelling, and marketing campaigns. My background includes working with
national and international companies across diverse industries, delivering high-quality designs that align with strategic goals. Most recently, I’ve led creative initiatives as a Senior Associate – Graphic Designer at a company driving corporate social responsibility and employee engagement, designing for global volunteering programs and social impact campaigns. My work consistently enhances brand identity, drives audience engagement, and brings strategic narratives to life through innovative and visually compelling design.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Bengali
Advanced
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Associate Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Led design initiatives for CSR campaigns and employee volunteering programs; designed visuals for global volunteering initiatives and social impact campaigns; enhanced brand identity and audience engagement; created custom graphics for textile products; collaborated with production teams to ensure manufacturing feasibility; adapted designs for international markets; produced infographics and data visualizations for reports and presentations.
Graphic Designer at Nexus, University of Leeds, UK
January 1, 2025 - Present
Collaborated with curators and designers to develop on-brand visuals and layouts supporting exhibition narratives; designed banners, signage, and interactive displays; developed interactive digital elements including animations and AR features to enhance user engagement.
Textile Designer & Graphic Designer at Arvind Exports, Jaipur, India
January 1, 2019 - October 4, 2025
Created custom illustrations for branding initiatives, marketing campaigns, and product packaging; developed infographics and data visualizations for reports and presentations; revised designs based on client feedback; produced visuals for textile products including apparel, home furnishings, and accessories; collaborated with production teams to ensure feasibility; adapted designs for international markets.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Upwork
January 1, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Freelance graphic design and illustration work for clients across branding, packaging, and digital media; collaborated with clients to understand their vision and deliver on-brand visuals; developed logos, icons, and visual identities; designed print and digital materials for events and campaigns.

Education

Postgraduate (Illustration) at Leeds Arts University, Leeds, UK
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Undergraduate (Textile Design) at National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kolkata, India
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Postgraduate (Illustration) at Leeds Arts University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Undergraduate (Textile Design) at National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kolkata
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services
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