AKANKSHA BHARDWAJ

Independent Creative Consultant at Freelance India

Branding and identity design for diverse clients, delivering concept-to-execution design journeys across apparel, accessories, and content strategy. Led branding for Kruze, an up-and-coming automotive brand, impacting initial brand recognition by 45% during early testing. Created social media content strategies for Laado and Metallier, increasing engagement by 28%. Designed 15+ original textile prints for QB Men's seasonal collections. Produced 25+ hand-rendered illustrations for luxury clients including Jagat Niwas, Narangi, and GK Chudiwala.

Brand Lead – Footwear at Soul (Footwear) – Epic Studio India

Led end-to-end development and market launch of Soul, a design-led footwear label, completing the project within five months. Directed UI/UX for the e-commerce platform, achieving a 20% faster checkout rate. Managed a team of 5 designers and photographers to deliver campaign assets on schedule and under budget.

Faculty – Fashion Illustration at Raghavendra Rathore School of Design

Taught 50+ students core modules in fashion anatomy, technical illustration, and storytelling. Helped 90% of students improve their portfolio development and secure internships in top Indian design houses.

Senior Fashion Designer at Syzygy India

Conceptualized and launched 3 capsule collections, contributing to a 15% YoY sales increase. Led trend research and translated it into commercially viable designs that improved market responsiveness.

Creative Head at Aiko Jaipur

Designed menswear, womenswear, and jewelry capsule sets, expanding product categories by 30%. Managed social media accounts, growing online presence by 40% within 12 months. Directed packaging design and campaign styling, contributing to stronger brand cohesion. Managed brand presence across 5 Asian countries, improving regional visibility. Produced PR events and curated visual merchandising displays that drove foot traffic by 18%. Supported senior designers during fittings and campaign styling.

Independent Creative Consultant at Kruze (Upcoming Automotive Brand)

Freelance branding and identity design for Kruze, an upcoming automotive brand, delivering foundational branding and identity systems. Achieved 45% uplift in initial brand recognition during early tests. Delivered 10+ customized wedding stationery projects, strengthening client relationships through bespoke design. Developed social media content strategies for brands like Ladoo and Metallier, increasing engagement rates by 28%.

Brand Lead – Footwear (Soul) at Epic Studio

Led end-to-end development and market launch of Soul, a design-led footwear label, completing the project within 5 months. Directed UI/UX design for the e-commerce platform, achieving a 20% faster checkout rate. Managed a team of 5 designers and photographers to deliver campaign assets on schedule and under budget. Taught 50+ students core modules in fashion anatomy, technical illustration, and storytelling.