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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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