Hi, I’m Anneka, a graphic designer focused on brand identity, packaging, and visual storytelling. I studied at Nottingham Trent University and completed a student exchange at San Jose State University, where I explored design history and advertising fundamentals. I have hands-on experience across agency, in-house, and freelance settings, creating cohesive brand content—from identity systems to social media photography and marketing materials. I love collaborating with teams to turn ideas into impactful, human-centered design.

ANNEKA RAKHRA

Hi, I’m Anneka, a graphic designer focused on brand identity, packaging, and visual storytelling. I studied at Nottingham Trent University and completed a student exchange at San Jose State University, where I explored design history and advertising fundamentals. I have hands-on experience across agency, in-house, and freelance settings, creating cohesive brand content—from identity systems to social media photography and marketing materials. I love collaborating with teams to turn ideas into impactful, human-centered design.

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Hi, I’m Anneka, a graphic designer focused on brand identity, packaging, and visual storytelling. I studied at Nottingham Trent University and completed a student exchange at San Jose State University, where I explored design history and advertising fundamentals.

I have hands-on experience across agency, in-house, and freelance settings, creating cohesive brand content—from identity systems to social media photography and marketing materials. I love collaborating with teams to turn ideas into impactful, human-centered design.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Design Intern at Brand Opus
May 1, 2026 - Present
Designed promotional posters and developed logo concepts in response to briefs. Gained insight into agency processes by observing pitch meetings and creative development workflows.
Photographer / Content Creator at Lads and Dads Barbershop
July 1, 2025 - Present
Create and edit social-first photography for promotional use, supporting brand engagement across platforms. Contributed to a community initiative providing free haircuts for the homeless, featured on BBC Radio Leicester.
Event Photographer & Editor at Open Mic Events
November 1, 2025 - Present
Capture live performances in fast-paced, low-light environments. Edit and deliver curated visuals for social media and promotion, focusing on atmosphere and storytelling.
Content Creator at Joe & Co Coffee; Ma ChaIi; Leicester Mamas Support Group
December 1, 2025 - Present
Produce styled food and lifestyle photography for marketing and social media. Combine photography, typography, and design elements to create cohesive brand content that increases engagement.
Brand Strategist Intern at Cutthru Branding – Sydney (Remote)
January 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Supported branding projects through research, concept development, and design execution. Assisted with identity and web development across client campaigns in a fast-paced studio environment.
Content Creator at Joe & Co Coffee, Ma ChaIi, Lynn, Leicester Mamas Support Group
December 1, 2025 - Present
Produce styled food and lifestyle photography for marketing and social media. Combine photography, typography, and design elements to create cohesive brand content that increases engagement.
Brand Strategist Intern at Cutthru Branding
January 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Supported branding projects through research, concept development, and design execution. Assisted with identity and web development across client campaigns in a fast-paced studio environment.

Education

BA (Hons) Graphic Design - First Class Honours at Nottingham Trent University
September 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Student Exchange at San Jose State University
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
A Levels at Beauchamp College
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at Nottingham Trent University
September 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Student Exchange Program at San Jose State University
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
A Levels at Beauchamp College
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022

Qualifications

BA (Hons) Graphic Design - First Class Honours
September 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
A Levels: Biology, Chemistry, Graphic Design, Core Maths
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022
Student Exchange
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023

Industry Experience

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