Akshay Tarolah
@akshaytarolah
Experienced graphic designer with a passion for Design Ops.
What I'm looking for
I am a graphic designer with over 10 years of experience, specializing in Design Ops. My collaborative approach to design emphasizes purpose, clarity, and meaningful connections, allowing me to bring ideas to life in impactful and human-centered ways. Throughout my career, I have successfully led design teams and implemented innovative workflows that inspire creativity and drive success.
In my recent role as a Senior Graphic Designer at IQ-EQ, I managed a diverse range of design deliverables, ensuring brand consistency and collaborating closely with global marketing teams. My leadership experience at SD Worx involved overseeing multi-disciplinary teams, streamlining creative workflows, and fostering professional growth among team members. I am passionate about knowledge-sharing and continuously seek to align creative strategies with marketing objectives to achieve outstanding results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Worked on a wide range of design deliverables for global investor services and fund management teams, including Foleon documents, corporate fact sheets, whitepapers, social media graphics, presentations, reports, and internal communication assets. Ensured brand consistency across multiple assets by evolving and enforcing global brand guidelines.
Freelance Designer
GREY Mauritius
Apr 2024 - May 2024 (1 month)
Collaborated with the creative team to work on visual concepts and marketing assets for advertising campaigns. Designed ads, social media creatives, and promotional materials aligned with clients’ specifications.
Led a multi-disciplinary team of graphic, motion, and presentation designers to deliver high-impact creative assets for marketing campaigns and internal stakeholders. Oversaw end-to-end creative workflows: project planning, resource allocation, progress tracking, and quality control across all design deliverables.
Designed a wide range of marketing assets including ebooks, whitepapers, product sheets, digital ads, rebranded visuals, website creatives, and social media content. Contributed to the 2020 SD Worx brand identity redesign, offering design insights and execution support across brand assets.
Freelance Designer
Strategic Insight Group
Apr 2022 - Apr 2022 (0 months)
Created a range of business collateral including company profiles, one-pagers, ads, and digital assets. Ensured visual consistency across all formats, aligning with the brand’s professional image.
Freelance Designer
Risk Shield
Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 9 months)
Created a range of business collateral including company profiles, one-pagers, ads, and print assets. Ensured visual consistency across all formats, aligning with the brand’s professional image.
Founder
Avanta
Jul 2015 - Present (10 years 1 month)
Oversaw on-site construction teams and subcontractors to ensure timely and high-quality project execution. Developed and implemented strategies to drive growth, manage risks, and maintain operational efficiency.
Freelance Designer
Strategic Insight
Mar 2015 - Present (10 years 5 months)
Created a range of business collateral including logos, company profiles, ads, and digital contents. Ensured visual consistency across all formats, aligning with the brand’s professional image.
Communication Coordinator
Nabridas
Aug 2013 - Present (12 years)
Coordinated communication and marketing activities, collaborating with external PR, media, and creative agencies. Managed the company’s presence on social media platforms, engaging with audiences, responding to inquiries, and promoting brand visibility.
Scale Model Maker
XWORX
Dec 2012 - Present (12 years 8 months)
Crafted realistic architectural and terrain scale models for presentations, exhibitions, and client projects. Interpreted blueprints and architectural drawings to build accurate physical representations.
Draughtsman
Marc Daruty de Grandpré Architects
Aug 2012 - Present (13 years)
Produced technical architectural drawings and detailed plans using CAD software based on rough sketches and specifications provided by architects. Applied knowledge of construction techniques to enhance architectural plans and ensure feasibility.
Design & Technology Educator
College du Saint-Esprit
Aug 2010 - Present (15 years)
Taught Design & Technology to secondary school students, covering topics such as technical drawing, materials, and manufacturing processes. Developed engaging lesson plans and practical workshops aligned with curriculum standards.
Assistant Architect
Venkatasamy Architects
Feb 2010 - Present (15 years 6 months)
Assisted in the development of architectural drawings and design concepts through site surveys, client meetings, and design consultations. Supported the documentation and restoration planning of three Aapravasi Ghat sites - part of a UNESCO World Heritage project.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
New York Institute of Technology
Associate's Degree, Architectural Technology
2011 - 2012
Obtained an Associate's Degree in Architectural Technology. Studied various aspects of architectural design and technology.
College du Saint-Esprit
Higher School Certificate / A-Level, Technical Studies
2008 - 2009
Completed Higher School Certificate with a focus on the Technical Side. Gained foundational knowledge in technical subjects.
College du Saint-Esprit
School Certificate / O-Level, General Studies
2003 - 2007
Achieved School Certificate / O-Level qualifications. Developed a broad understanding across various subjects.
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