Hi there! I have extensive industry experience and have developed a specialization in digital and analog platforms, focusing on delivering innovative conceptual ideas. As an adaptable learner, I thrive on overcoming workplace challenges and am committed to both personal and team development. With a track record of successful projects, I’m eager to further expand my expertise as a Senior Art Director.\n\nHi, I’m Vinothapanjapillay, a creative leader who excels at guiding teams to translate bold ideas into visually compelling campaigns. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactful design solutions that resonate with audiences.

Vinothapanjapillay

Hi there! I have extensive industry experience and have developed a specialization in digital and analog platforms, focusing on delivering innovative conceptual ideas. As an adaptable learner, I thrive on overcoming workplace challenges and am committed to both personal and team development. With a track record of successful projects, I’m eager to further expand my expertise as a Senior Art Director.\n\nHi, I’m Vinothapanjapillay, a creative leader who excels at guiding teams to translate bold ideas into visually compelling campaigns. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactful design solutions that resonate with audiences.

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Hi there! I have extensive industry experience and have developed a specialization in digital and analog platforms, focusing on delivering innovative conceptual ideas. As an adaptable learner, I thrive on overcoming workplace challenges and am committed to both personal and team development. With a track record of successful projects, I’m eager to further expand my expertise as a Senior Art Director.\n\nHi, I’m Vinothapanjapillay, a creative leader who excels at guiding teams to translate bold ideas into visually compelling campaigns. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactful design solutions that resonate with audiences.

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Language

English
Advanced
Malay
Advanced
Tamil
Intermediate

Work Experience

Art Director - Senior Art Director at Lion & Lion Malaysia
December 31, 2023 - September 7, 2025
Led art direction for integrated campaigns, shaping creative direction and brand storytelling.
Art Director - Senior Art Director at Lion & Lion Malaysia
December 31, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Managed art direction responsibilities, developed creative concepts, and led design teams to execute marketing and branding projects.
Art Director - Senior Art Director at Lion & Lion Malaysia
December 31, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Oversaw creative direction and led design teams to produce high-quality art and graphic design deliverables for clients.
Senior Art Director at VML Malaysia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Senior Art Director driving creative direction and design strategy for major accounts and multidisciplinary teams.
Senior Art Director at VML Malaysia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Overseeing senior-level art direction and design leadership; driving creative concepts for major clients.
Senior Art Director at VML Malaysia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Overseeing creative direction for campaigns across digital and analog platforms, delivering innovative concepts and leading multidisciplinary teams.
Senior Art Director at VML Malaysia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Senior Art Director delivering creative leadership and design execution.
Senior Art Director at VML Malaysia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Leading creative direction and delivering innovative design solutions, overseeing projects from conception through execution to ensure brand consistency and excellence.
Senior Art Director at VML Malaysia
August 1, 2023 - Present
Leading senior-level art direction, responsible for conceptualizing and delivering innovative graphic design projects across various media as part of the creative team.
Art Director - Senior Art Director at Lion & Lion Malaysia
July 31, 2023 - September 7, 2025
Led art direction for campaigns, contributed to concept development, and ensured brand storytelling across channels.
Art Director - Senior Art Director at Lion & Lion Malaysia
July 31, 2023 - September 7, 2025
Led creative direction and design output as Art Director/Senior Art Director.
Senior Art Director at Lion & Lion Malaysia
January 1, 2023 - September 7, 2025
Senior Art Director transitioning to broader leadership for branding and advertising campaigns, managing client relationships and design teams.
Art Director at C27, Malaysia
December 31, 2022 - September 7, 2025
Directed creative output, developed design concepts, and supervised production for campaigns.
Art Director at C27, Malaysia
December 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Focused on art direction and creative project execution, collaborating with clients and teams to deliver effective visual communications.
Art Director at C27, Malaysia
December 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Directed art and design projects, collaborating with teams to develop creative concepts for various graphic design tasks.
Art Director at C27
January 1, 2022 - September 7, 2025
Art Director responsible for leading design teams, shaping creative concepts, and delivering integrated campaigns.
Art Director at C27, Malaysia
January 1, 2022 - September 7, 2025
Directed creative teams, developing concepts and overseeing visual identity across campaigns.
Art Director at C27
January 1, 2022 - September 7, 2025
Art direction and concept development across campaigns and branding projects.
Graphic Designer at Lucideas, Malaysia
December 31, 2018 - September 7, 2025
Created visual identities and design assets for clients, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams.
Graphic Designer at Lucideas, Malaysia
December 31, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Created graphic and web design content, contributing to brand image development and marketing materials.
Graphic Designer at Lucideas, Malaysia
December 31, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Created graphic materials, including digital designs and web design projects to support brand communications.
Graphic Designer at Lucideas, Malaysia
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025
Created visual concepts and campaigns for Lucideas, contributing to brand storytelling and design execution.
Graphic Designer at Lucideas
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025
Graphic design responsibilities for Lucideas, Malaysia.
Senior Art Director at Portfolio
January 1, 2016 - September 7, 2025
Senior Art Director overseeing creative concept development and visual direction across multiple client projects, mentoring junior designers and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Graphic Designer/Web Designer (Intern) at Creative Review Magazine, United Kingdom
March 31, 2015 - September 7, 2025
Internship focusing on graphic design and web design tasks within a professional publishing environment.
Graphic Designer (Intern) at Creative Review Magazine, United Kingdom
March 31, 2015 - September 7, 2025
Internship involving graphic design and web design tasks contributing to editorial projects.
Graphic Designer/Web Designer (Internship) at Creative Review Magazine, United Kingdom
March 31, 2015 - July 31, 2025
Supported design projects during internship by creating graphic and web designs for editorial and promotional purposes.
Graphic Designer/ Web Designer Internship at Creative Review Magazine, United Kingdom
March 31, 2015 - July 31, 2025
Supported graphic and web design projects during a three-month internship, gaining hands-on experience in digital media and editorial design.
Graphic Designer/Web Designer at Creative Review Magazine
January 1, 2015 - Present
Internship role focusing on graphic and web design tasks.
Graphic Designer at Worthy Book, Malaysia
December 31, 2014 - September 7, 2025
Designed layouts, graphics and visual content for publications and marketing materials.
Graphic Designer at Worthy Book, Malaysia
December 31, 2014 - July 31, 2025
Produced graphic designs for various projects including publications and marketing materials.
Graphic Designer at Worthy Book, Malaysia
December 31, 2014 - July 31, 2025
Produced graphic design work for book publishing and related projects.
Graphic Designer at Worthy Book
January 1, 2014 - September 7, 2025
Graphic Designer responsible for developing visual concepts and layouts for marketing collateral and product packaging, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver design solutions that align with brand guidelines.
Graphic Designer at Worthy Book, Malaysia
January 1, 2014 - September 7, 2025
Designed visual assets and layouts for Worthy Book projects, contributing to branding and publication design.
Graphic Designer at Worthy Book
January 1, 2014 - September 7, 2025
Graphic design contributions for Worthy Book, Malaysia.

Education

BA (Hons) at Graphic Design University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, United Kingdom
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Diploma at Saito College, Malaysia
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, United Kingdom
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Diploma in Graphic Design at Saito College, Malaysia
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, United Kingdom
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Diploma in Graphic Design at Saito College, Malaysia
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Diploma in Graphic Design at Saito College, Malaysia
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025
Diploma in Graphic Design at Saito College, Malaysia
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025
BA (Hons) Graphic Design at University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, United Kingdom
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Diploma in Graphic Design at Saito College, Malaysia
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

BA (Hons) Graphic Design
September 1, 2014 - September 30, 2016
MC2 Awards Competition (Malaysia Airlines)
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025
Nescafé Azera Competition (Shortlisted)
January 1, 2015 - September 7, 2025
Exhibition: 201-202-204, The Old Truman Brewery, London, United Kingdom
January 1, 2016 - September 7, 2025
Exhibition/Publications: The Rag Factory, London, United Kingdom
January 1, 2015 - September 7, 2025
Exhibition: World Environment Day IKEA, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
January 1, 2012 - September 7, 2025
Jersey Design Competition, Special Olympics, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
January 1, 2012 - September 7, 2025
MC2 Awards Competition - Jury 2018
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025
Nescafé Azera Competition – Shortlisted
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
World Environment Day IKEA Exhibition – Kuala Lumpur
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Jersey Design Competition – Special Olympics Kuala Lumpur
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Exhibition: The Rag Factory, London – United Kingdom
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
MC2 Awards Competition (Malaysia Airlines)
January 1, 2018 - September 7, 2025
Nescafé Azera Competition – Shortlisted
January 1, 2015 - September 7, 2025
Exhibition at The Rag Factory, London
January 1, 2015 - September 7, 2025
Exhibition at The Old Truman Brewery, London
January 1, 2016 - September 7, 2025
World Environment Day Exhibition, IKEA Kuala Lumpur
January 1, 2012 - September 7, 2025
Jersey Design Competition – Special Olympics, Kuala Lumpur
January 1, 2012 - September 7, 2025

Industry Experience

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