I am a dedicated Art Director with a solid background in graphic design, specializing in design, branding, packaging, websites, applications as well as UI/UX design. I’m most proud of working with renowned global and local brands and delivering 360 branding and design solutions. My design philosophy centers on collaboration and a constant desire for improvement, ensuring our work stands out, sets trends, and resonates with audiences.…

Shakeel Ahmed

I am a dedicated Art Director with a solid background in graphic design, specializing in design, branding, packaging, websites, applications as well as UI/UX design. I’m most proud of working with renowned global and local brands and delivering 360 branding and design solutions. My design philosophy centers on collaboration and a constant desire for improvement, ensuring our work stands out, sets trends, and resonates with audiences.…

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I am a dedicated Art Director with a solid background in graphic design, specializing in design, branding, packaging, websites, applications as well as UI/UX design.

I’m most proud of working with renowned global and local brands and delivering 360 branding and design solutions. My design philosophy centers on collaboration and a constant desire for improvement, ensuring our work stands out, sets trends, and resonates with audiences.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Fluent

Work Experience

Experience Design Lead at Strategic Systems International (SSI)
January 10, 2024 - October 30, 2025
Lead experience design initiatives, driving strategic design decisions and delivering end-to-end design solutions for digital products and services.
Experience Design Lead at Strategic Systems International (SSI)
January 10, 2024 - Present
Currently leading experience design efforts since January 10, 2024, focusing on creating engaging and user-centred design strategies and solutions.
Design Manager at JoChaho (By Haier Pakistan)
January 9, 2024 - January 9, 2024
Led design team and oversaw branding, product art direction, and marketing collateral for Haier Pakistan's consumer-facing initiatives.
Design Manager at JoChaho (By Haier Pakistan)
January 9, 2024 - August 19, 2025
Managed design operations and team from October 3, 2022, to January 9, 2024, ensuring the creation of compelling visual design solutions aligned with brand strategies.
Art Director at MullenLowe Rauf (Lahore)
October 4, 2022 - October 4, 2022
Directed creative design across campaigns, led brand identity development, and mentored junior designers.
Art Director at MullenLowe Rauf (Lahore)
October 4, 2022 - August 19, 2025
Held the position of Art Director from August 2, 2021, to October 4, 2022, managing art direction and design teams to deliver high-impact branding and marketing materials.
Art Director at ORIENTm McCANN (Lahore)
July 31, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Art direction for integrated campaigns, shaping visual language and campaign execution.
Art Director at ORIENTm McCANN (Lahore)
July 31, 2021 - August 19, 2025
Functioned as Art Director from March 1, 2018, to July 31, 2021, leading art direction and visual design projects for various clients.
Associate Art Director at Synergy Dentsu (Lahore)
February 28, 2018 - February 28, 2018
Supported art direction for multi-brand campaigns, developing visual concepts and design solutions.
Associate Art Director at Synergy Dentsu (Lahore)
February 28, 2018 - August 19, 2025
Served as Associate Art Director from March 1, 2017, to February 28, 2018, overseeing creative projects and providing artistic direction within the agency.
Senior Graphic Designer at Oktopus 360 Media (Lahore)
February 28, 2017 - February 28, 2017
Created visual identities, campaigns and design assets; contributed to brand-building initiatives.
Senior Graphic Designer at Oktopus 360 Media (Lahore)
February 28, 2017 - August 19, 2025
Served as Senior Graphic Designer from October 1, 2015, to February 28, 2017, delivering graphic design and branding solutions.
Senior Graphic Designer at Starcrest Communications (Lahore)
September 30, 2015 - September 30, 2015
Led graphic design, branding, packaging, and print/digital materials for diverse clients; collaborated across teams.
Senior Graphic Designer at Starcrest Communications (Lahore)
September 30, 2015 - August 19, 2025
Worked as Senior Graphic Designer from August 1, 2012, to September 30, 2015, contributing to graphic design tasks and projects supporting branding and marketing efforts.
Graphic Designer at Cross Media (Lahore)
July 31, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Produced print and digital design collateral, supporting marketing campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Cross Media (Lahore)
July 31, 2012 - August 19, 2025
Worked as Graphic Designer from September 1, 2011, to July 31, 2012, contributing to graphic design deliverables.

Education

Intermediate at Government College Jaranwala, District Faisalabad
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Matric at Government High School Alipur, District Faisalabad
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Government College University, Faisalabad
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Matric at Government High School Alipur, District Faisalabad.
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Intermediate at Government College Jaranwala
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Bachelor of Graphic Design at Government College University, Faisalabad.
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail

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