Rahul Kumar Basu
@rahulkumarbasu
Creative Art Director blending design, storytelling & strategy to build impactful brands through visual innovation, campaigns & leadership.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I bring 26+ years of experience crafting impactful visual experiences across digital, print, and multimedia platforms. I lead with strategic design thinking to elevate brand presence and turn complex business objectives into compelling visual narratives.
I’m known for leading cross-functional design teams and optimizing project workflows. I implement modern project management frameworks to improve delivery quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships through clear communication.
On every engagement, I partner with UX specialists and developers to build user-friendly interfaces for websites and mobile applications. I strengthen outcomes through thorough quality assurance, creative brainstorming, and continuous refinement of design skills using market trend analysis.
Highlights include a 32% reduction in project turnaround times through new project management tools and improved collaboration success rates through cross-functional initiatives. I consistently mentor teams to elevate design standards and deliver high-value, user-centered creative solutions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Overseeing end-to-end design delivery to align with client specifications and internal standards, while managing a team of designers. Collaborating with UX specialists and developers to deliver user-friendly web and mobile experiences, including quality checks and stakeholder communication.
Studio & Operations Manager
RR Donnelley
Aug 2024 - Jan 2025 (5 months)
Managed studio and operations to deliver high-quality creative outputs on time and in line with client specifications. Handled task allocation, client consultations for project scope, issue resolution during delivery, and team performance reviews.
Created visually engaging graphic designs to communicate key messages, including logos, brochures, and infographics. Collaborated on user-centered designs aligned with brand identity and performed quality assurance on design outputs.
Creative Director
Dots2line
Nov 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 3 months)
Provided creative leadership as Creative Director at Dots2line.
Senior Art Director
Advertising Bureau & Consultants
Jan 2018 - Nov 2018 (10 months)
Worked as Senior Art Director at Advertising Bureau & Consultants.
Senior Art Director
Kolaz Infotainment
May 2017 - Dec 2017 (7 months)
Worked as Senior Art Director at Kolaz Infotainment.
Senior Art Director
White Mouse Communications
Aug 2013 - Apr 2017 (3 years 8 months)
Worked as Senior Art Director at White Mouse Communications.
Creative Director
Mint Designs
Dec 2007 - Dec 2012 (5 years)
Provided creative leadership as Creative Director at Mint Designs.
Freelance Art Director
Freelance
Dec 2006 - Dec 2007 (1 year)
Worked as a Freelance Art Director.
Art Director
Masterstroke Advertising Consultants
Jun 2000 - Dec 2006 (6 years 6 months)
Worked as Art Director at Masterstroke Advertising Consultants.
Graphic Designer
J.J. Art Co.
Jan 1999 - May 2000 (1 year 4 months)
Worked as Graphic Designer at J.J. Art Co.
Graphic Designer
Black Pearl Adv. Inc.
Apr 1996 - Jan 1997 (9 months)
Worked as Graphic Designer at Black Pearl Adv. Inc.
Junior Graphic Designer
Globe Laser Print House
Feb 1995 - Apr 1996 (1 year 2 months)
Worked as Junior Graphic Designer at Globe Laser Print House.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
1999 -
Completed a B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) at the University of Calcutta.
Availability
Location
IndiaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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