I am Amal Kiran Jana, a multidisciplinary designer and founder of SAKRO and ANOIR BY AMAL KIRAN JANA. Based in Kolkata, I lead international design, space and packaging projects, with a focus on sustainable fashion, ethical production, and climate-conscious design. Over the years I have built an international brand portfolio, collaborated with 42 sustainable brands worldwide, and contributed to education as a visiting industry lecturer and final year external jury member. I am active in sustainable development and ethical manufacturing circles, including UN SDGs, ISO, GOTS, and SEDEX partnerships.…

Amal Kiran Jana

I am Amal Kiran Jana, a multidisciplinary designer and founder of SAKRO and ANOIR BY AMAL KIRAN JANA. Based in Kolkata, I lead international design, space and packaging projects, with a focus on sustainable fashion, ethical production, and climate-conscious design. Over the years I have built an international brand portfolio, collaborated with 42 sustainable brands worldwide, and contributed to education as a visiting industry lecturer and final year external jury member. I am active in sustainable development and ethical manufacturing circles, including UN SDGs, ISO, GOTS, and SEDEX partnerships.…

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I am Amal Kiran Jana, a multidisciplinary designer and founder of SAKRO and ANOIR BY AMAL KIRAN JANA. Based in Kolkata, I lead international design, space and packaging projects, with a focus on sustainable fashion, ethical production, and climate-conscious design.

Over the years I have built an international brand portfolio, collaborated with 42 sustainable brands worldwide, and contributed to education as a visiting industry lecturer and final year external jury member. I am active in sustainable development and ethical manufacturing circles, including UN SDGs, ISO, GOTS, and SEDEX partnerships.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent
Oriya
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at SAKRO
April 1, 2024 - Present
International design, space & packaging studio; leading multi-disciplinary design projects.
Founder & Creative Director at ANOIR BY AMAL KIRAN JANA
September 1, 2011 - Present
International fashion and accessory brand; overseeing design, branding and business strategy.
Co-founder at AFTERLIFE PROJECTS
January 1, 2016 - Present
A 360-degree support platform to international designers focusing on sustainable fashion and lifestyle, sustainable textile development, natural dye, ethical making, zero wastage and climate change approach. Partnered with 42 sustainable brands worldwide. Member of UN sustainable development, ISO, GOTS, SEDEX.
Co-owner at AFTERLIFE PROJECTS E-SHOP
June 1, 2019 - Present
An international sustainable fashion e-shop with a selection of niche worldwide designers.
Co-owner at ELGA JAZZ DESIGN OU
June 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
International agency for image consultancy and luxury sourcing; partnered with brands like Marni, Gucci Group, Vionnet, etc.
Consultant at LUXURY CONNECT
February 1, 2012 - Present
International luxury brand research & communication; connecting international brands to launch in India.
Writer & Blogger at FASHIONFAD
May 1, 2011 - Present
Covering Milan Fashion Week, Copenhagen Fashion Week and fashion, art & design exhibitions across Europe.
Creative Director at MEUSEE
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Branding, startup, design, PR, sales & marketing for Milan-based company.
Senior Designer at KARIWALA FASHION
June 1, 2009 - October 1, 2010
Leather, jute and canvas bags; collaborated with M&S, Fergi, among others.
Merchandiser at EDCONS EXPORTS
September 1, 2008 - April 1, 2009
Sampling & production of leather bags; brands include Modalu, Fun & Basics, Carraro, Auluna and Tous.
Designer at CREW BOS
January 1, 2008 - August 1, 2008
Leather bags design and sampling; worked with Debenhams brands including Mathew Williamson, John Rocha, Jasper Conran and Julien Macdonald.

Education

ma in fashion at domus academy
January 14, 2010 - January 14, 2011
ba in design at nift
June 14, 2004 - June 14, 2008
MA in design (fashion department) at Domus Academy
January 1, 2011 - January 14, 2026
Masters of Arts in fashion at University of Wales
January 1, 2012 - January 14, 2026
BA in leather design (fashion & apparel department) at NIFT
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

master in fashion
January 14, 2010 - January 14, 2011
BA in design
June 14, 2004 - June 14, 2008

Industry Experience

Other, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Education

Skills

Experience Level