I'm a Senior Designer with a passion for blending creativity and strategy. I bring ideas to life through thoughtful, impactful design. With extensive experience in branding, advertising, and visual storytelling, I craft compelling work that resonates across print and digital platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy mentoring emerging talent, and take pride in aligning creative output with clear business and client goals. For me, great design is not just about aesthetics—it's about purpose, clarity, and lasting impact. I'm deeply connected to nature, animals, and the calm of mountains. Movies have always inspired me, and crafting is my way of meditating. As a child, I dreamt of becoming a sculptor — that love for form and texture continues to shape how I create today.

Manali Makwana

I'm a Senior Designer with a passion for blending creativity and strategy. I bring ideas to life through thoughtful, impactful design. With extensive experience in branding, advertising, and visual storytelling, I craft compelling work that resonates across print and digital platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy mentoring emerging talent, and take pride in aligning creative output with clear business and client goals. For me, great design is not just about aesthetics—it's about purpose, clarity, and lasting impact. I'm deeply connected to nature, animals, and the calm of mountains. Movies have always inspired me, and crafting is my way of meditating. As a child, I dreamt of becoming a sculptor — that love for form and texture continues to shape how I create today.

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I’m a Senior Designer with a passion for blending creativity and strategy. I bring ideas to life through thoughtful, impactful design. With extensive experience in branding, advertising, and visual storytelling, I craft compelling work that resonates across print and digital platforms. I thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy mentoring emerging talent, and take pride in aligning creative output with clear business and client goals.

For me, great design is not just about aesthetics—it’s about purpose, clarity, and lasting impact. I’m deeply connected to nature, animals, and the calm of mountains. Movies have always inspired me, and crafting is my way of meditating. As a child, I dreamt of becoming a sculptor — that love for form and texture continues to shape how I create today.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Gujarati
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Designer at Landor
January 3, 2023 - Present
Senior Designer at Landor
January 1, 2022 - Present
Senior Designer responsible for branding and design across print and digital platforms; leads design projects and mentors junior team members.
Creative Supervisor at L&K Saatchi & Saatchi
January 1, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Creative Supervisor overseeing concept development and visual output for campaigns; ensures brand consistency across platforms.
Art Director at Ogilvy & Mather
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Art Director involved in creative concept development and design execution for campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Freedom Tree
December 31, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Graphic Designer contributing to branding and advertising collateral.
Designer at Quadrum Solutions Ltd.
December 31, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Designer creating visual assets for client projects.
Design Intern at DDB Mudra Group
December 31, 2013 - September 15, 2025
Design Intern assisting senior designers with concepts and production.
Senior Designer at Landor
January 1, 2022 - Present
Branding and visual design leadership, delivering campaigns across print and digital channels; collaborates with clients and cross-functional teams to develop impactful design.
Creative Supervisor at L&K Saatchi & Saatchi
January 1, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Oversaw creative direction and production for brand campaigns, mentoring junior designers and ensuring alignment with client goals.
Art Director at Ogilvy & Mather
January 1, 2015 - September 15, 2025
Art direction for campaigns, collaborating with copywriters and clients to bring concepts to life.
Graphic Designer at Freedom Tree
January 1, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Design and produce brand assets and marketing materials across multiple channels.
Designer at Quadrum Solutions Ltd.
January 1, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Create graphics and layouts for products and digital collateral, supporting brand initiatives.
Design Intern at DDB Mudra Group
January 1, 2013 - September 15, 2025
Assist design team with layout, visuals, and production tasks, gaining exposure to brand campaigns.
Senior Designer at Landor
January 1, 2022 - Present
Senior designer responsible for branding, advertising, and visual storytelling across print and digital campaigns; collaborated closely with creative and account teams to ensure alignment with client goals.
Creative Supervisor at L&K Saatchi & Saatchi
December 31, 2018 - September 15, 2025
Led design direction and visual storytelling for campaigns, mentoring junior designers and ensuring brand consistency across channels.
Art Director at Ogilvy & Mather
December 31, 2015 - September 15, 2025
Directed art and visual design for client campaigns, collaborating with copywriters and client teams to deliver integrated branding solutions.
Graphic Designer at Freedom Tree
December 31, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Created branding, editorial visuals, and marketing collateral, translating brand strategy into compelling visuals.
Designer at Quadrum Solutions Ltd.
December 31, 2014 - September 15, 2025
Delivered visual design and branding assets for digital and print media, supporting overall brand communication.
Design Intern at DDB Mudra Group
December 31, 2013 - September 15, 2025
Supported senior designers with concept exploration, layout/design tasks, and asset preparation.

Education

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Qualifications

BFA
July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2014

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Other