I am Sandeep Badal, a creative illustrator and graphic designer based in Kathmandu. With over 10 years of professional experience and expertise in visual communication, I have worked on illustrating and designing for international organizations, NGOs, and award-winning films. I am passionate about developing and executing visual projects tailored to the needs of diverse organizations. Throughout my career, I have designed publicity campaigns, created key art and posters for films recognized at Cannes and other festivals, supervised creative projects for multinational clients, and taught fundamentals of drawing, perspective, anatomy, and color theory. I continuously thrive on contributing my skills to impactful storytelling and visual narrative development.

Sandeep Badal

I am Sandeep Badal, a creative illustrator and graphic designer based in Kathmandu. With over 10 years of professional experience and expertise in visual communication, I have worked on illustrating and designing for international organizations, NGOs, and award-winning films. I am passionate about developing and executing visual projects tailored to the needs of diverse organizations. Throughout my career, I have designed publicity campaigns, created key art and posters for films recognized at Cannes and other festivals, supervised creative projects for multinational clients, and taught fundamentals of drawing, perspective, anatomy, and color theory. I continuously thrive on contributing my skills to impactful storytelling and visual narrative development.

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I am Sandeep Badal, a creative illustrator and graphic designer based in Kathmandu. With over 10 years of professional experience and expertise in visual communication, I have worked on illustrating and designing for international organizations, NGOs, and award-winning films. I am passionate about developing and executing visual projects tailored to the needs of diverse organizations.

Throughout my career, I have designed publicity campaigns, created key art and posters for films recognized at Cannes and other festivals, supervised creative projects for multinational clients, and taught fundamentals of drawing, perspective, anatomy, and color theory. I continuously thrive on contributing my skills to impactful storytelling and visual narrative development.

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Language

English
Fluent
Nepali
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator & Designer
January 1, 2014 - Present
Designed publicity campaigns for cultural and educational initiatives including 'Tell Your Story' for clients such as the U.S. Embassy Nepal, Shikshya Foundation, and Film Independent. Illustrated and designed posters for acclaimed films including 'LORI' (Cannes Jury Prize winner), 'Have You Seen My Gods?' (documentary), and 'Tattini' (award-winning short film). Created key art, posters, merchandise, and ATL/BTL materials for Ekadeshma International Short Film Festival. Co-curated 'The Anatomy of Comics' exhibition at Bedford Public Library highlighting creative processes in comics.
Creative Supervisor at Prisma Advertising (Ogilvy & Mather Associate), Kathmandu
December 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Led the Audio-Visual department managing writers, editors, and designers. Supervised and created design and illustration for high-profile clients including Coca-Cola, Nestlé, Samsung, and Morris Garages. Managed end-to-end production of TV, print, and product campaigns, including storyboards, scripts, and publicity materials. Developed and executed creative strategies for international NGOs and corporate clients.
Story/Production Designer at LORI – Cannes-selected Short Film
December 31, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Designed the visual identity of the film including compositions, lighting, costume, and color palette. Created storyboards and publicity materials. Co-wrote story contributing to the film’s recognition at Cannes Film Festival.
Educator at Oscar College of Film Studies, Kathmandu
January 1, 2021 - Present
Taught fundamentals of drawing, perspective, anatomy, and color theory for production design and storyboarding.

Education

MFA, Visual Narrative at Boston University, USA
September 1, 2022 - May 18, 2024
BFA, Painting & Printmaking at Banaras Hindu University, India
June 1, 2010 - May 30, 2014

Qualifications

Fulbright Master’s Program Scholarship
September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) Scholarship
June 1, 2010 - June 30, 2014

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services