Gael R.

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Creative director and senior graphic designer with 15 years of experience, from strategic concept to final production.

About

Creative director and senior graphic designer with 15 years of experience, from strategic concept to final production. Strong foundation in marketing and communication, full command of the Adobe Creative Suite, and hands-on expertise in print and packaging production standards: color separation, prepress, packaging dielines, print-ready files.
Fluent with AI generative tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, Higgsfield) integrated into ideation and post-production workflows. Trilingual (Malagasy, French, English), experienced in remote collaboration with international clients.

  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Travel & Hospitality

Projects · 8

Packaging design for Nociolla Crème, a cocoa and hazelnut spread sold in round plastic tubs. The brief Create a range identity for a family of chocolate spreads that feels indulgent and appetizing, stands out on a crowded supermarket shelf, and lets shoppers tell the variants apart at a glance. What I made Hand-lettered-style logotype in rich chocolate brown, set in a creamy oval label that anchors the whole range A color-coded system: warm orange and fresh green tubs to separate the variants, with a matching white-and-chocolate design for the sister product Cioco Fiesta Appetite-appeal visuals: glossy chocolate squares, melting cocoa swirls, hazelnuts, almonds and pistachios to communicate taste and ingredients Full wraparound label artwork for the cylindrical tub, prepared for print Photorealistic in-context mockup of the range in a kitchen setting The result A coherent, instantly recognizable range where each flavor has its own personality while clearly belonging to the same family. Role: packaging design, brand identity, illustration and 3D visualization.

  • Art Director
  • Brand Designer
  • Creative Director
  • +2

Stand-up pouch packaging for Heritage Food Crafters, a bean-to-bar craft chocolate maker, with two single-origin dark chocolates: 72% Well-Rounded + Black Cherry and 70% Rich & Fudgy. The brief Create a premium, artisanal pouch that tells the bean-to-bar origin story, sits naturally in gourmet and specialty food shops, and lets each recipe be identified instantly. What I delivered Pouch design system: matte black base with gold typography, the brand lockup at the top and the same layout for every variant Color-coded variants: one accent color per recipe (blue for 72%, violet for 70%) applied to the cocoa percentage, origin tag and "Made in" strip for quick recognition Origin storytelling: vertical origin tag with country map, and an engraving-style gold illustration of cocoa pods and landscape along the bottom of the pouch Clear flavor hierarchy: large cocoa percentage, tasting notes underneath, and craft cues ("Bean to bar", "Single origin") Print-ready artwork plus photorealistic 3D product visuals and lifestyle scenes for retail sell-in, e-commerce and social media Result An elegant, story-driven pouch range that feels handcrafted and premium, and can easily grow with new origins and recipes. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Launching a chocolate, coffee, snack or gourmet food brand? I design premium packaging ranges and the 3D / lifestyle visuals to sell them, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • Packaging Designer

Can design for Brewtiful, a ready-to-drink iced coffee range in three flavors: Vanilla Latte, Mocha with 15g protein, and Latte Mocha. The brief Design a coherent can range that feels crafted and premium, makes each flavor instantly identifiable, and stands out in the chiller and on retail shelves next to big coffee brands. What I delivered 3 can designs built as one system: same layout, badge position and typography, with one signature color per flavor (deep blue, rich brown, cream white) Hand-drawn coffee plant illustration (leaves, cherries, flowers) wrapping around the brand badge, giving the range an artisanal, natural feel Clear flavor hierarchy: bold condensed flavor names, "Arabica Blend" descriptor and volume, readable at shelf distance Functional callout: a turquoise "15g Protein" badge on the Mocha can to highlight its key benefit without breaking the range look Print-ready artwork plus photorealistic 3D can renders and lifestyle / in-store visuals for retail sell-in, e-commerce and social media Result A strong, flexible can system that is easy to extend to new flavors, looks premium on shelf and photographs well online. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Launching a beverage, coffee, energy drink or RTD range? I design can and bottle packaging systems plus the 3D / lifestyle visuals to sell them, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • Packaging Designer

Packaging design for Valitic Vitamin C & Turmeric Clay Mask, a dark spot corrector face mask positioned in the premium skincare segment. The brief Create a jar and outer box that feel luxurious and desirable, justify a premium price, and communicate the product's benefit and key ingredients at a glance, both on a beauty shelf and in an online thumbnail. What I delivered Jar label and gold lid design: matte black jar with gold accents, so the golden turmeric formula becomes part of the visual story Outer box: black carton with fine gold line pattern and speckle texture, gold "Dark spot corrector" banner and a clear typographic hierarchy (brand / benefit / ingredients / product type) Side and back panels: product description, directions for use and icons laid out for easy reading Consistent black and gold system across jar, lid and box for a strong, recognizable shelf presence Print-ready artwork plus photorealistic 3D product visuals and lifestyle scenes for e-commerce, Amazon listings and social media ads Result An elegant, high-end pack that looks at home next to luxury beauty brands and turns the product's golden texture into a selling point. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Launching a skincare, beauty or cosmetic product? I design premium packaging and the 3D / lifestyle visuals to sell it, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • Packaging Designer

Packaging design for Performax Magnum, a natural men's health supplement sold in pharmacies and online. The brief Create a box that looks premium, confident and trustworthy in a sensitive category, with a strong, modern identity that stands out on crowded pharmacy shelves without looking cheap or aggressive. What I delivered Front panel: a glowing neon male-symbol arrow wrapped around a chrome-framed "Performax Magnum" name badge, conveying energy and performance at a glance Premium dark-blue palette with electric cyan light effects for a high-tech, pharmaceutical-grade feel Clear key information: product category, "100% natural" claim, tablet count and pill icon, readable in seconds Full dieline with the brand name repeated on side and bottom panels so the product is recognizable however it is stacked or displayed Print-ready artwork plus a photorealistic 3D mockup and in-store / lifestyle visuals for e-commerce, Amazon listings and ads Result A bold, discreet and professional pack that builds trust and shelf presence in a highly competitive supplement category. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Launching a supplement, nutraceutical or health product? I design print-ready packaging and the 3D / lifestyle visuals to sell it, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • Packaging Designer

Label design for The Eighth Art, a 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from Oakville, Napa Valley. The brief Create a premium, gallery-like label that tells the story behind the name, with wine as "the eighth art", and stands out among classic Napa labels while staying elegant and timeless. What I delivered Label concept: a bold red "8" ribbon weaving through a finely detailed pencil-style illustration of grape bunch and vine leaves, linking the number, the art and the vineyard in one image Restrained palette: monochrome graphite illustration with a single deep wine-red accent for instant shelf recognition Refined typography: tall condensed serif for the name, classic small caps for the appellation and an elegant script for the varietal and vintage Capsule design: the "8" mark repeated on the red capsule for a consistent look from every angle Print-ready artwork plus photorealistic bottle mockups and restaurant lifestyle visuals for sales decks, e-commerce and social media Result A distinctive, upscale label with a strong signature mark that reads instantly on the shelf and on the restaurant table, built to support a premium price point. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Launching a wine, spirit or premium beverage? I design labels and packaging that sell the story, plus the 3D / lifestyle visuals to present them, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • Packaging Designer

Packaging design for Baby Mum-Mum Wafer, an organic rice teething wafer for babies 6 months and up. The brief Design a box around the existing Baby Mum-Mum brand that wins two audiences at once: a happy, friendly look that catches a parent's eye on a busy baby-food aisle, and clear, trustworthy information that answers their questions in seconds (age, ingredients, organic, gluten free). What I delivered Front panel: strong "Wafer" product name, appetizing realistic wafer visuals, a lovable bear character and a bright yellow / blue / purple palette that pops on shelf Key claims made instant: "Gluten free – No mess!" badge, "6+ months" age block and USDA Organic mark placed where parents look first Side panel: ingredients and product benefits organized into a short, easy-to-scan read Practical details: "Tear here" opening strip designed as part of the visual, net weight and product descriptor Print-ready artwork plus a photorealistic 3D mockup and lifestyle / in-store visuals for retail presentations, e-commerce and social media Result A cheerful, reassuring pack that reads well from a distance on shelf and up close in the parent's hand, ready for both retail and online sales. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Launching a baby food, snack or FMCG product? I design print-ready packaging and the 3D / lifestyle visuals to sell it, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • Packaging Designer

Retail-ready packaging for Haha You're Out! – Kids Edition, a family party card game where players try to keep a straight face while making everyone else crack up. The brief Design a box around the client's existing brand that grabs kids' attention on a crowded toy shelf, instantly communicates "fun", and still reassures parents with clear, readable game information. What I delivered Full box design: front, back, sides and top panels, built as print-ready dielines Front panel: layout built around the client's logo, "Kids Edition" badge, cheerful character illustration and age / players / play-time icons (7+, 2+, 30–60 min) Back panel: "How to Play" layout turning the rules (setup, challenge, bead rules, winning) into a short, scannable read for kids and parents Consistent look across all panels with a vibrant cyan / magenta / purple palette for strong shelf impact Photorealistic 3D mockups and lifestyle visuals ready for Amazon listings, e-commerce and social media Result A cohesive, playful pack that stands out on shelf and online, with every panel doing a job: attract, explain, convince. Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D visualization Need packaging for a board game, card game, toy or consumer product? I design print-ready packs and the 3D/lifestyle visuals to sell them, fully remote.

  • Art Director
  • Creative Director
  • Graphic Designer
  • +1

Work experience· 5 roles

Freelance Graphic Designer & Visual SpecialistJan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 11 mos

Conception et production de l’identité de marque, des supports print et des visuels digitaux pour des clients internationaux. Gestion du pipeline complet du concept aux fichiers prêts à imprimer, incluant séparations couleurs, gabarits (dielines) et prépresse. Production de visuels 3D photoréalistes pour des clients immobilier et hôtellerie, avec intégration d’outils IA génératifs dans l’idéation et la post-production.

Graphic Designer & Art Director · E-SOLVE MAURITIUSJan 2002 – Dec 2013 · 12 yrs

Direction de la production créative pour des campagnes de communication, identités de marque et supports print. Supervision de la production graphique 2D/3D du concept jusqu’à la livraison imprimée. Contribution à la stratégie d’agence et coordination des équipes créatives.

Art Director & Co-Director · APIQA MADAGASCARJan 2002 – Present · 24 yrs 11 mos

Direction créative sur l’identité de marque, le print, l’emballage et la communication digitale. Gestion de la relation client, cadrage (scope) et suivi des plannings de production. Direction de projets 2D et 3D pour des clients locaux et régionaux.

DTP Operator · SÉRIGRAPHIE DE MADAGASCARJan 2000 – Dec 2000 · 1 yr
2D/3D Junior Graphic Designer · GENERIS INFORMATICS MADAGASCARJan 2000 – Jan 2002 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education· 5

· Wharton University of Pennsylvania2015 – 2026
· ISCAM2018 – 2026
· SFD Antananarivo2000 – 2026
· SCAC French Embassy2022 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Entrepreneurship Program2022 – 2026
Creative director and senior graphic designer training2018 – 2026
Storytelling2024 – 2026

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