Creative Director and UI/UX Design leader with 15+ years of experience across advertising and digital media, specializing in branding, art direction, and design across digital and print. I bring strong skills in illustration, photography, motion, and campaign execution—turning ideas into high-impact brand experiences.…

Samir Joshi

Creative Director and UI/UX Design leader with 15+ years of experience across advertising and digital media, specializing in branding, art direction, and design across digital and print. I bring strong skills in illustration, photography, motion, and campaign execution—turning ideas into high-impact brand experiences.…

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Creative Director and UI/UX Design leader with 15+ years of experience across advertising and digital media, specializing in branding, art direction, and design across digital and print. I bring strong skills in illustration, photography, motion, and campaign execution—turning ideas into high-impact brand experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced

Work Experience

Creative Director / Solution Leader, UI UX Designer at Brane Enterprises Pvt Ltd
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Led creative direction and UI/UX design work, partnering with brand teams to conceptualize and deliver branding, promotional campaigns, and digital experiences. Developed UX concepts and design frameworks including full user-thinking flows, dynamic interface design, and UI asset creation. Managed creative execution standards, collaborated across functions, and ensured effective utilization of team talent to drive brand visibility and engagement.
ACD Art Brand (Digital + Mainline) at Publics India
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Worked as ACD Art Brand supporting creative development and campaign execution for Zee Entertainment, City Bnk, and Skoda. Delivered brand-ready digital and print assets and ensured quality and consistency of visual storytelling across channels.
Creative Director / Brand at Buzzinga Digital Pvt Ltd
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Managed creative direction for SBI Mutual Funds, TATA AI Orra Jewellery, Monroe shock, Taj Hotels, and delivered UI/UX design framework and product design support. Owned branding and identity work as well as digital, web, and print media design. Contributed to advertising campaign management, digital content creation, marketing and promotions, storyboard and video editing, illustration and photography, and event set design.
ACD Art Brand (Digital + Mainline) at Percept H (Digital + Mainline)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Handled ACD art brand responsibilities for Bombay Dyeing, Specijet, and Prospera real estate. Developed and art-directed creative systems for branding and communication assets across digital and mainline formats, supporting campaign planning and execution.
Group Head Art (Digital + Mainline) at L&K Saatchi
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Served as Group Head Art, leading creative teams and managing brand work for F109, Gini & Jony, Ag Jewellery, Reliance FMCG, and HBS Reality. Delivered strategy-aligned creative concepts and high-quality execution across advertising campaigns, ensuring improved brand visibility and audience engagement.
Art Director at Draft FCB
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
Contributed as Art Director for Amul Ice Cream, Air-India, Tata Motors, Mahindra Wego, Classmate, and Nirav Modi. Supported campaign ideation, design creation, and execution across major advertising deliverables with focus on brand impact and clarity.
Sr Art Director at DDB Mudra
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2010
As Senior Art Director, led and delivered creative work for Volkswagen, Reliance Mobile, Lipton Tea, KPCL Logistics, Godrej Foods, Mid-day Publication, and other clients. Oversaw development of advertising and communication assets across print and digital channels, maintaining brand consistency and production quality.

Education

Post Graduate in UI/UX at University of Texas at Austin (UX Texas McCombs)
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026
BFA Diploma in Fine Arts and Applied Arts at L. S. Raheja School Of Arts
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1996
Photography Diploma (1 Year) at JJ School Of Arts
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

ATD (Art Teacher Diploma)
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1992
Photography Diploma
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
ATD (Art Teacher Diploma)
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1992

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Financial Services, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Retail, Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Education