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Raaj Varshini

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator / Art Director at Freelance / Self-Directed Practice
December 15, 2025 - Present
Co-Founder at The Sheeples
July 20, 2021 - August 20, 2024
Co-founded a global platform for artists to tell their stories through art, blogs, films, and podcasts. Developed a product line of exclusive art prints and merchandise featuring original artwork. Designed bespoke, illustration-led invitations and stationery for private events and weddings. Conceptualised, produced, and sold original print-based artwork while managing creative direction and sales. Worked as a self-directed creative, managing projects, timelines, and client communications while delivering custom illustration commissions for residential and commercial spaces. Wrote long- and short-form editorial blogs about social causes, visual arts, music, and culture. Produced and hosted podcasts focused on cultural discourse and lived experiences, collaborating with guests to create cohesive narrative arcs. Scripted, filmed, produced, and published video content to support the company's digital presence and brand storytelling.
Product Design at Chiria
May 25, 2015 - June 9, 2017
Helped design a sustainable jewellery line produced by underprivileged women. Managed the launch strategy and production, including sales tracking, market positioning, and artisan coordination. Led the operational and creative behind-the-scenes support for the brand's 2015 Lakmé Fashion Week show.

Education

MA Illustration at University of Arts London, Camberwell College of Arts
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
BA in English Literature at Sikkim Professional University
June 10, 2020 - July 20, 2023
Diploma in Fashion Design at International Institute of Fashion Design
May 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Indian Institute of Digital Marketing
June 15, 2017 - December 10, 2017
MA Illustration at University of Arts London, Camberwell College of Arts
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
BA in English Literature at Sikkim Professional University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Diploma in Digital Marketing at Indian Institute of Digital Marketing
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Diploma in Fashion Design at International Institute of Fashion Design
May 1, 2015 - June 1, 2017

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail