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Employment and project experience

Senior Designer Apple Inc.
January 2017 - March 2017

UX Designer Airbnb Inc.
January 2019 - March 2019

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

SENIOR DESIGNER / FREELANCER at PointClickCare, Toronto, Canada
January 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance senior designer role contributing creative design expertise to digital and print projects.
SENIOR ART DIRECTOR at Ethnicity Matters, Toronto, Canada
December 31, 2024 - July 11, 2025
Led creative direction and art direction for advertising campaigns targeting multicultural markets.
SENIOR ART DIRECTOR at Barrett and Welsh Inc, Toronto, Canada
December 31, 2023 - July 11, 2025
Directed and managed creative direction and production of campaigns contributing significantly to client success.
SENIOR ART DIRECTOR / FREELANCER at Cineplex Inc., Toronto, Canada
December 31, 2023 - July 11, 2025
Responsibility for art direction and senior creative contributions to brand and experiential projects.
SENIOR ART DIRECTOR / FREELANCER at Pizza Nova, Toronto, Canada
December 31, 2022 - July 11, 2025
Freelance senior art direction delivering compelling marketing communications and advertising material.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR / PARTNER at Printery, Dubai, UAE
December 31, 2020 - July 11, 2025
Oversaw creative direction and partnership leadership for advertising and branding projects in the UAE market.
CREATIVE CONSULTANT at FP7, BBDO, DDB, Partnership, Y&R, Dubai, UAE
December 31, 2016 - July 11, 2025
Provided expert creative consultancy services for major advertising campaigns across multinational agencies.
HEAD OF ART, ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR at TBWA\RAAD, Dubai, UAE
December 31, 2010 - July 11, 2025
Managed art department and served as associate creative director leading high-profile advertising projects.
Senior Designer / Freelancer at PointClickCare
April 30, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Worked as a senior designer on freelance projects delivering innovative design solutions and visual storytelling for the client PointClickCare, contributing to brand visibility and engagement.
Senior Art Director at Ethnicity Matters
December 31, 2024 - July 14, 2025
Led creative direction and managed high impact projects for Ethnicity Matters, producing top-quality visual story telling and design solutions that enhanced brand presence.
Senior Art Director at Barrett and Welsh Inc
December 31, 2023 - July 14, 2025
Directed senior art projects producing strategic visual creative outputs that helped elevate client narratives for Barrett and Welsh Inc.
Senior Art Director / Freelancer at Cineplex Inc.
December 31, 2023 - July 14, 2025
Freelance senior art direction role, delivering innovative and creative visual solutions to enhance brand engagement for Cineplex Inc.
Senior Art Director / Freelancer at Pizza Nova
December 31, 2022 - July 14, 2025
Provided senior art direction and freelance creative design solutions, contributing to brand campaigns and visual storytelling for Pizza Nova.
Creative Director / Partner at Printery
December 31, 2020 - July 14, 2025
Served as Creative Director and Partner overseeing creative strategy, direction, and design leadership, driving the company's creative projects in Dubai.
Creative Consultant at FP7, BBDO, DDB, Partnership, Y&R
December 31, 2016 - July 14, 2025
Provided consultancy services on creative projects, collaborating across various agencies to enhance campaign designs and strategy in Dubai.
Head of Art, Associate Creative Director at TBWA aaad
December 31, 2010 - July 14, 2025
Led art direction teams and served as associate creative director to deliver high-profile creative projects and brand campaigns in Dubai.
Senior Designer / Freelancer at PointClickCare
April 30, 2025 - July 26, 2025
Provided senior design services on a freelance basis, contributing creative expertise and design solutions to enhance brand visibility and user engagement for PointClickCare.
Senior Art Director at Ethnicity Matters
December 31, 2024 - July 26, 2025
Led art direction efforts to deliver high-impact visual storytelling and creative projects that elevated the Ethnicity Matters brand across various media, enhancing audience engagement.
Senior Art Director at Barrett and Welsh Inc
December 31, 2023 - July 26, 2025
Directed creative projects and visual design initiatives to ensure brand consistency and innovative communication strategies for Barrett and Welsh Inc.
Senior Art Director / Freelancer at Cineplex Inc.
December 31, 2023 - July 26, 2025
Delivered freelance senior art direction, managing creative design and storytelling projects that enhanced the brand presence of Cineplex Inc.
Senior Art Director / Freelancer at Pizza Nova
December 31, 2022 - July 26, 2025
Provided freelance senior art direction services focusing on visual and creative storytelling to support Pizza Nova’s marketing campaigns.
Creative Director / Partner at Printery
December 31, 2020 - July 26, 2025
As a partner and creative director, led the creative vision and project execution for Printery, spanning diverse campaigns and delivering high-quality visual communications.
Creative Consultant at FP7, BBDO, DDB, Partnership, Y&R
December 31, 2016 - July 26, 2025
Provided creative consulting services to leading advertising agencies in Dubai, delivering innovative visual communication and design strategies to high-profile clients.
Head of Art, Associate Creative Director at TBWA\RAAD
December 31, 2010 - July 26, 2025
Led the art direction team and creative development at TBWA\RAAD in Dubai, managing multiple projects that enhanced brand storytelling and visual impact.
Senior Designer / Freelancer at PointClickCare
April 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Worked as a Senior Designer, focusing on UX/UI projects to enhance user experiences and streamline digital interactions.
Senior Art Director at Ernst & Young
December 1, 2023 - September 10, 2025
Oversaw branding and design for major client initiatives, ensuring visual consistency and adherence to corporate identity.
Senior Designer / Freelancer at The Glimpse
January 1, 2022 - September 10, 2025
Engaged in freelance projects, providing creative direction and design solutions for various clients across multiple industries.
Senior Designer / Freelancer at PointClickCare
April 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Led design projects for various healthcare applications, improving user experience and design consistency across platforms. Collaborated closely with product managers and developers to ensure designs align with business goals and user needs.
Senior Art Director at Dreyfuss+Blackford Architecture
January 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Oversaw all visual output for this architectural firm, ensuring that all design aspects convey the brand’s message while being aesthetically pleasing. Managed a team of designers while maintaining high-quality standards.
Art Director at Rogers Communications
December 1, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Created and executed designs for marketing materials, including campaigns and direct mail pieces aimed at increasing brand awareness and customer engagement.
Senior Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Worked with multiple clients on graphic design projects, from branding to advertising, building a strong portfolio while managing projects and timelines effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Sir J. J. Institute of Applied Art, India
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1994
Post - Graduate Diploma at Sheridan College
August 1, 2001 - July 31, 2002
Level One – Workshop at Sheridan College
June 1, 2000 - April 30, 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Sir J. J. Institute of Applied Art
June 1, 1984 - April 30, 1989
Post - Graduate Diploma at Sheridan College
August 1, 2001 - July 31, 2002
Level One – Workshop, Motion Picture Camera Assistant at Sheridan College
June 1, 2000 - April 30, 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Sir J. J. Institute of Applied Art
June 1, 1984 - April 30, 1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Sheridan College
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Sheridan College
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
    uniE621 GO Metrolinx Diwali Train
    Overview The Metrolinx Diwali Train Campaign was designed to celebrate the vibrant Indian festival of lights while connecting emotionally with the South Asian community in the Greater Toronto Area. The initiative aimed to position GO Transit as a welcoming and inclusive choice for both regular Indian commuters and potential new riders. Project Brief The goal was to create a culturally resonant campaign that honored the spirit of Diwali, strengthened community engagement, and encouraged more people—particularly within the Indian diaspora—to choose the GO Train for their holiday travel and everyday commute. Role As the Art Director, I led the visual development of the campaign from concept to execution. Drawing on my own Indian heritage and understanding of the cultural nuances, I crafted a look and feel that was both authentic and visually captivating. The campaign was adapted across various formats including train wraps, station signage, digital screens, and social media, ensuring cultural relevance while aligning with Metrolinx brand standards.