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Hi, I’m Numair Abbas—a Creative Director and multidisciplinary artist based in Islamabad, Pakistan. With 15+ years of experience, I lead brand identity, campaigns, and visual storytelling across digital, print, social, video, and experiential design. I translate strategy into strong creative direction, build brand systems, and guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact work under tight timelines. I have a hands-on background in design, illustration, and animation, with a focus on consistency, clarity, and execution. I love creating cohesive visual experiences that help brands stand out and connect with audiences.…Hi, I’m Numair Abbas—a Creative Director and multidisciplinary artist based in Islamabad, Pakistan. With 15+ years of experience, I lead brand identity, campaigns, and visual storytelling across digital, print, social, video, and experiential design. I translate strategy into strong creative direction, build brand systems, and guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact work under tight timelines. I have a hands-on background in design, illustration, and animation, with a focus on consistency, clarity, and execution. I love creating cohesive visual experiences that help brands stand out and connect with audiences.

Numair Abbas

Creative Director, Animator, Illustrator, +3

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Hi, I’m Numair Abbas—a Creative Director and multidisciplinary artist based in Islamabad, Pakistan. With 15+ years of experience, I lead brand identity, campaigns, and visual storytelling across digital, print, social, video, and experiential design. I translate strategy into strong creative direction, build brand systems, and guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact work under tight timelines. I have a hands-on background in design, illustration, and animation, with a focus on consistency, clarity, and execution. I love creating cohesive visual experiences that help brands stand out and connect with audiences.…Hi, I’m Numair Abbas—a Creative Director and multidisciplinary artist based in Islamabad, Pakistan. With 15+ years of experience, I lead brand identity, campaigns, and visual storytelling across digital, print, social, video, and experiential design. I translate strategy into strong creative direction, build brand systems, and guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact work under tight timelines. I have a hands-on background in design, illustration, and animation, with a focus on consistency, clarity, and execution. I love creating cohesive visual experiences that help brands stand out and connect with audiences.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Numair Abbas—a Creative Director and multidisciplinary artist based in Islamabad, Pakistan. With 15+ years of experience, I lead brand identity, campaigns, and visual storytelling across digital, print, social, video, and experiential design. I translate strategy into strong creative direction, build brand systems, and guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact work under tight timelines.

I have a hands-on background in design, illustration, and animation, with a focus on consistency, clarity, and execution. I love creating cohesive visual experiences that help brands stand out and connect with audiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Urdu

Fluent

Russian

Beginner

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan

Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Director (Contract) at Black Box Sounds

October 1, 2025 - Present

Led a full creative overhaul of the company’s brand identity across digital, print, video, motion graphics, and physical studio spaces. Defined and implemented a new visual direction, including brand systems, design language, and internal creative standards. Directed and mentored designers, motion artists, and interns while supporting hiring and onboarding. Oversaw creative execution for events, environment branding, and client-facing presentations. Developed innovative campaign and proposal concepts, including immersive and experiential design ideas. Collaborated across departments to improve workflows, quality, and creative consistency.

Graphic Designer and Animator at Gogi Studios (UNDP Project)

January 1, 2023 - Present

Part-time contractual remote role. Led content development and communication strategy for UNDP-affiliated projects. Produced scripts, educational content, and campaign narratives across digital formats. Managed stakeholders, timelines, and cross-team collaboration.

Creative Director (Contract / Freelance) at Kelly's Roast Beef (F&B / FMCG)

January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024

Led creative direction for brand expansion across multiple locations and platforms. Developed and maintained brand systems used across digital, print, and social media. Directed visual storytelling for campaigns, promotions, and motion content. Worked closely with marketing, operations, and leadership teams to align creative output with business goals.

Director of Animation and Creative Lead at Gogi Studios Pakistan/Canada

January 1, 1996 - Present

Led creative direction for animation, illustration, and design projects for international clients and organizations. Developed character systems, visual identities, and narrative frameworks used across campaigns and media formats. Managed multidisciplinary creative teams delivering high-volume content under tight timelines. Oversaw quality control, visual consistency, and final approvals across projects.

Creative Director and Senior Designer at Freelance / Contract - Pakistan and International

January 1, 2008 - Present

Provided creative direction and hands-on design for branding, campaigns, digital content, and print. Conceptualized and executed visual systems for clients across education, media, and commercial sectors. Delivered illustration, motion design, and character animation as part of integrated creative solutions. Collaborated with writers, marketers, and developers to translate strategy into strong visual outcomes.

Visual Designer at Jin Technologies

January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2005

Designed visual interfaces and assets for an award-winning interactive educational product. Collaborated with development teams to ensure usability, clarity, and visual consistency.

Art Director / Account Manager at Paragon Advertising

January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002

Retained departing second largest client of the agency, Candyland, via improved communication, creative alignment, and delivery. Led design execution for packaging, outdoor advertising, and promotional campaigns. Supported FMCG brands in fast-paced agency environments.