I’m a senior illustrator and 2D animator with 15+ years of experience creating engaging visuals across education, publishing, advertising, and narrative projects. My work blends traditional hand-worked painterly techniques with digital tools, and I especially enjoy character design, portraiture, and visual storytelling through strong compositions and expressive details. I’ve collaborated with creative teams in both local and remote settings to deliver clear, high-quality artwork—whether it’s building characters and environments, creating editorial illustrations, or supporting motion graphics and frame-by-frame animation. I also enjoy concept development and storyboarding, turning ideas into artwork that communicates effectively and feels alive.…

Gajanann Krishna Mande

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I’m a senior illustrator and 2D animator with 15+ years of experience creating engaging visuals across education, publishing, advertising, and narrative projects. My work blends traditional hand-worked painterly techniques with digital tools, and I especially enjoy character design, portraiture, and visual storytelling through strong compositions and expressive details. I’ve collaborated with creative teams in both local and remote settings to deliver clear, high-quality artwork—whether it’s building characters and environments, creating editorial illustrations, or supporting motion graphics and frame-by-frame animation. I also enjoy concept development and storyboarding, turning ideas into artwork that communicates effectively and feels alive.…

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I’m a senior illustrator and 2D animator with 15+ years of experience creating engaging visuals across education, publishing, advertising, and narrative projects. My work blends traditional hand-worked painterly techniques with digital tools, and I especially enjoy character design, portraiture, and visual storytelling through strong compositions and expressive details.

I’ve collaborated with creative teams in both local and remote settings to deliver clear, high-quality artwork—whether it’s building characters and environments, creating editorial illustrations, or supporting motion graphics and frame-by-frame animation. I also enjoy concept development and storyboarding, turning ideas into artwork that communicates effectively and feels alive.

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Language

English
Intermediate
Hindi
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Illustrator (Contract) at Turing
July 11, 2026 - August 11, 2026
Worked on image-based illustration and annotation projects. Followed defined quality and delivery guidelines for international clients. Worked within a global remote team environment
Illustrator at The Like Minded
March 1, 2021 - August 31, 2026
Created detailed illustrations for educational and communication materials. Developed characters, backgrounds and visual content for varied projects. Collaborated with creative teams to deliver high-quality visual output.
Freelance Illustrator at Byju’s (Madness), W Pharmatech LLP, Windhover Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Design Warehouse (multiple locations)
May 1, 2018 - March 31, 2021
Produced illustration and visual content for educational and commercial projects. Developed concepts, characters, and backgrounds for digital and print media, and collaborated with clients to deliver engaging, effective visuals.
Visual Communication Designer at SOCH Business Mentor LLP
November 1, 2015 - May 31, 2018
Designed visual communication materials for branding and marketing; created illustrations and graphics for print and digital platforms; worked across advertising, promotional, and explainer video projects.
Freelance Illustrator at Quadrum Publications; Aditya Birla Retail Ltd.; Beehive Communications
August 1, 2008 - November 30, 2015
Created illustrations for publications and advertising/retail campaigns; developed creative concepts and artwork for client requirements; managed multiple projects and delivered quality work within deadlines.
Illustrator at 4004 Incorporated / Unisource Group (Steve & Barry’s, USA)
August 1, 2005 - Present
Created illustrations and graphics for apparel and promotional materials; worked on concept development and design execution; collaborated with design teams to meet project requirements.

Education

HSC at Sahakar Night Collage, N.M.Joshi Marg, Lower,Parel, Mumbai
June 1, 2006 - April 1, 2007
BFA (Illustration) at J. J. Institute of Applied Art, D.N. Road, CST, Mumbai, Maharashtra
June 1, 2010 - April 1, 2015

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Retail, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Government, Gaming, Agriculture & Mining, Non-Profit Organization, Other