I’m a design-first thinker and visual strategist with 12+ years of experience, decoding briefs into timeless brand stories. I blend design precision with storytelling, crafting identities, campaigns and films that stick.…

AKSHAY NAIK

I’m a design-first thinker and visual strategist with 12+ years of experience, decoding briefs into timeless brand stories. I blend design precision with storytelling, crafting identities, campaigns and films that stick.…

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I’m a design-first thinker and visual strategist with 12+ years of experience, decoding briefs into timeless brand stories.

I blend design precision with storytelling, crafting identities, campaigns and films that stick.

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Skills

Experience Level

Work Experience

Assoc. Creative Director at WONDRLAB
December 31, 2023 - October 6, 2025
Creative leadership; brand & advertising work for Chaayos, Campus Shoes, Ryze Nicotine Gum, Khelplay Rummy
Associate Creative Director at WONDRLAB
January 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025
Creative leadership; handled brand and campaign concepts for Chaayos, Campus Shoes, Ryze Nicotine Gum, and Khelplay Rummy.
Creative Director at VML
January 1, 2023 - Present
Led art direction, design strategy, packaging and brand identity; conceptualised film & TVC campaigns; supervised shoots and post-production; provided design leadership and mentorship across teams.
Creative Director at VML
January 1, 2023 - Present
Art direction, design strategy, packaging & brand identity; Film & TVC conceptualisation; Shoot supervision & post-production; Design leadership & mentorship
Associate Creative Director at Wondrlab
January 1, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Managed creative projects for clients such as Chaayos, Campus Shoes, Ryze Nicotine Gum, and Khelplay Rummy.
Creative Director at VML
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead art direction, design strategy, packaging, and brand identity for clients including Everyuth Naturals, Nutralite, UPI, Motul, Nasoclear, I’m lite, and Cuticolor. Responsible for film and TVC conceptualisation, shoot supervision, post-production, design leadership and mentorship.
Creative Supervisor at Publicis
December 31, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Clients - Garnier, Nutella, Linen Club, ZEE5, TIMES Network
Creative Supervisor at Publicis
January 1, 2022 - October 6, 2025
Creative supervision for multi-channel campaigns; art direction and design collaborations for Garnier, Nutella, Linen Club, ZEE5, TIMES Network.
Creative Supervisor at Publicis
January 1, 2022 - August 20, 2025
Oversaw creative execution for clients Garnier, Nutella, Linen Club, ZEE5, and TIMES Network.
Sr. Art Director at FCB Ulka
December 31, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Clients - Tata Motors, He Deodorant, Mumbai Traffic Police
Sr. Art Director at FCB Ulka
January 1, 2019 - October 6, 2025
Led art direction and concept development for Tata Motors, He Deodorant, Mumbai Traffic Police.
Senior Art Director at FCB Ulka
January 1, 2019 - August 20, 2025
Directed creative work for Tata Motors, He Deodorant, and Mumbai Traffic Police.
Creative Associate at Rediffusion Y&R
December 31, 2018 - October 6, 2025
Clients - Tata Commercial Vehicles, Eveready Battery
Creative Associate at REDDIFUSION Y&R
January 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025
Creative duties for Tata Commercial Vehicles and Eveready Battery.
Creative Associate at Reddifusion Y&R
January 1, 2018 - August 20, 2025
Contributed to campaigns for Tata Commercial vehicles and Eveready Battery.
Sr. Visualiser at FCB Interface
December 31, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Clients - Oreo, Blue Star Air Conditioner, Mahindra Trucks and Buses
Sr. Visualiser at FCB Interface
January 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Led visual execution for Oreo, Blue Star Air Conditioner, Mahindra Trucks and Buses.
Senior Visualiser at FCB Interface
January 1, 2016 - August 20, 2025
Created visual concepts for Oreo, Blue Star Air Conditioner, Mahindra Trucks and Buses.
Visualiser at Salt Brand Solutions
December 31, 2013 - October 6, 2025
Clients - Kaya Skin Clinic, Himalayan Water, Bombay Stock Exchange
Visualiser at Salt Brand Solutions
January 1, 2013 - October 6, 2025
Worked on Kaya Skin Clinic, Himalayan Water, Bombay Stock Exchange campaigns.
Visualiser at Salt Brand Solutions
January 1, 2013 - August 20, 2025
Worked on branding projects for Kaya Skin Clinic, Himalayan Water, and Bombay Stock Exchange.

Education

BFA - Applied Art at Sir JJ Institute of Applied Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Diploma at Model Art Institute
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
HSC at Royal College
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
SSC at Holy Cross High School
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
BFA - Applied Art at Sir JJ Institute of Applied Art
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Diploma - Model Art Institute at Model Art Institute
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
HSC at Royal College
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
SSC at Holy Cross High School
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
BFA - Applied Art at Sir JJ Institute of Applied Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Diploma at Model Art Institute
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
HSC at Royal College
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
SSC at Holy Cross High School
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

BFA - Applied Art
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Diploma - Model Art Institute
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
HSC
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
SSC
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
ABBY 2024 UPI Shortlist in Integrated, Public Service
January 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
ABBY 2019 Mumbai Police Shortlist in Innovation, Public Service Outdoor
January 1, 2019 - October 6, 2025
ABBY 2015 Oreo Curious Cookie Silver
January 1, 2015 - October 6, 2025
ABBY 2014 Oreo Cookie Dunkathon Silver
January 1, 2014 - October 6, 2025
Cannes 2017 Safety Tattoo Shortlist in Promotional Item Design
January 1, 2017 - October 6, 2025
EFFIE 2014 Oreo Cookie Dunkathon 2 Bronze
January 1, 2014 - October 6, 2025

Industry Experience

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

Skills

Experience Level