Muthuraj Shanmugam
@muthurajshanmugam
Senior creative designer specializing in UI/UX, branding, motion graphics and visual strategy.
What I'm looking for
I am a dynamic and innovative design expert with 15+ years of experience across UI/UX, graphic design, motion graphics and visual conceptualization. I lead teams and manage multiple creative projects while ensuring brand consistency and high-quality delivery.
My work spans e-learning, commercial campaigns, packaging, digital and print, where I've driven engagement through intuitive interfaces, compelling visuals and interactive content. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business goals into creative solutions.
I am committed to staying ahead of industry trends, mentoring junior designers, and elevating brand experiences through thoughtful design, clear communication and measurable results.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Creative Designer
Self Employed
May 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Provide end-to-end creative design services including UI/UX, branding, digital and print assets, and motion graphics for diverse clients since May 2024. Manage projects, client relationships, and deliverables to meet brand and business goals.
Lead Creative Designer
Learnnovators Innovative eLearning Solutions
May 2020 - May 2024 (4 years)
Led design of high-impact e-learning experiences from May 2020 to May 2024, overseeing a team of designers and creating engaging visuals, UI elements, and interactive content while ensuring brand consistency.
Art Director
Yeldi Softcom Pvt. Ltd.
Sep 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 4 months)
Collaborated with clients and art teams to craft campaigns and led concept-to-execution processes, including UI/UX design and user behavior analysis from 2015-09 to 2018-01.
Junior Art Director
Prime Strategy Group
Oct 2014 - Feb 2015 (4 months)
Coordinated with clients and creative teams to develop targeted ad campaigns and reported on project status while participating across campaign development from 2014-10 to 2015-02.
Assistant Art Director
Go Brand 360 Integrated Marketing Solutions
Mar 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 years 5 months)
Assisted senior art director in creating audience-tailored ad campaigns and provided regular project updates while participating in end-to-end campaign processes from 2012-03 to 2014-08.
Senior Visualiser
Ideagram Communication Pvt. Ltd.
Nov 2007 - Dec 2011 (4 years 1 month)
Managed design projects from conception to delivery and created realistic 3D graphics, illustrations, and infographics while mentoring junior designers from 2007-11 to 2011-12.
Graphic Designer
Manoj Prakashan Pvt. Ltd.
Sep 2006 - Nov 2007 (1 year 2 months)
Designed layouts and visual arrangements for print publications, collaborating with stakeholders to illustrate concepts and deliver client-ready artwork from 2006-09 to 2007-11.
Assistant Designer
AVT Leather & Allied Products Pvt. Ltd.
Feb 2005 - Sep 2006 (1 year 7 months)
Assisted senior designers with sketches for leather products and coordinated with international clients (e.g., Ripcurl, Next, Bellroy) for new designs that supported brand development from 2005-02 to 2006-09.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Techno Link Computer Education
2002 - 2002
Completed computer education coursework at Techno Link Computer Education in 2002.
St Joseph's College of Engineering
Diploma in Graphic Design, Graphic Design
2001 - 2002
Completed a Diploma in Graphic Design at St Joseph's College of Engineering from 2001 to 2002.
Tamil Nadu Open University
Bachelor of Arts (incomplete), English & Communication
Enrolled in a B.A. in English & Communication but did not complete the degree.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Portfolio
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