Rakesh RayateRR
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Rakesh Rayate

@rakeshrayate

Visionary Creative Director with 15 years of design experience.

India
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity, innovation, and collaboration, where I can lead teams and drive impactful design solutions.

I am a visionary Creative Director and Design Manager with over 15 years of experience in graphic design, UI design, motion graphics, and branding strategies. My expertise lies in leading high-performance creative teams and optimizing workflows through automation, ensuring that we deliver data-driven storytelling across various sectors including banking, automotive, healthcare, fintech, telecom, and e-learning.

Throughout my career, I have successfully executed numerous projects, developed impactful brand identities, and provided creative direction that resonates with audiences. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and industry-leading Generative AI tools, which I leverage to enhance creativity and efficiency in advertising and branding initiatives. My approach prioritizes quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, allowing me to create high-impact visuals that elevate brand presence across digital platforms.

As a strategic thinker with strong communication and leadership skills, I excel at guiding teams to craft compelling narratives while balancing AI-driven efficiency with human creativity. I am passionate about driving engaging storytelling and creating high-performance creative assets that truly connect with audiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

DS

Design Manager

Dentsu Global Services

Dec 2020 - Feb 2025 (4 years 2 months)

Led a 25-member design team, overseeing branding, UI/UX, and motion graphics for diverse clients. Developed and executed AI-enhanced creative workflows, significantly improving design automation and efficiency. Managed high-budget projects from concept to execution, implementing data-driven advertising strategies.

DS

Design Manager

Dentsu Global Services

Dec 2020 - Feb 2025 (4 years 2 months)

Led a 25-member design team, overseeing branding, UI/UX, and motion graphics for diverse clients. Developed and executed AI-enhanced creative workflows, significantly improving design automation and efficiency. Managed high-budget projects from concept to execution, implementing data-driven advertising strategies.

EL

Associate Manager

eClerx Services Ltd.

May 2019 - Apr 2020 (11 months)

Designed and developed performance measure visualizations and reports using data analytics tools. Led creative strategy and execution for finance sector branding initiatives.

EL

Associate Manager

eClerx Services Ltd.

May 2019 - Apr 2020 (11 months)

Designed and developed performance measure visualizations and reports utilizing data analytics tools. Led creative strategy and execution for branding initiatives within the finance sector.

NL

Senior Graphics Designer

NCORD Health Card LLP

May 2018 - Apr 2019 (11 months)

Created innovative healthcare brand designs optimized for digital engagement. Developed interactive multimedia solutions, collaborating with marketing specialists and designers.

NL

Senior Graphics Designer

NCORD Health Card LLP

May 2018 - Apr 2019 (11 months)

Created innovative healthcare brand designs optimized for digital engagement. Developed interactive multimedia solutions, collaborating with marketing specialists and designers.

XS

Senior Graphics Designer & Production Supervisor

XL Media SARL

Nov 2017 - Feb 2018 (3 months)

Designed graphics for telecommunication, aviation, and automotive sectors, ensuring brand consistency. Managed printing processes and supervised production teams for high-end visual projects.

XS

Senior Graphics Designer & Production Supervisor

XL Media SARL

Nov 2017 - Feb 2018 (3 months)

Designed telecommunication, aviation, and automotive graphics, ensuring brand consistency. Managed printing processes and supervised production teams for high-end visual projects.

SL

Senior Graphics Designer

Shiva Infotech India Pvt Ltd

Jan 2017 - May 2017 (4 months)

Designed and enhanced banner images, product visuals, and website mockups for e-commerce brands. Focused on improving visual appeal and user engagement for digital platforms.

SL

Senior Graphics Designer

Shiva Infotech India Pvt Ltd

Jan 2017 - May 2017 (4 months)

Designed and enhanced banner images, product visuals, and website mockups for e-commerce brands. Focused on improving visual appeal and user engagement for online platforms.

DS

Senior Graphics Designer

Design Studios

Sep 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 3 months)

Developed comprehensive business proposals, corporate brochures, and infographics for E-learning clients. Focused on creating visually engaging and informative materials.

TL

Marketing Designer

Tieto Software Technologies Pvt. Ltd

Apr 2015 - Oct 2015 (6 months)

Created custom PowerPoint presentations with infographics for sales and retail businesses. Focused on enhancing visual communication for marketing and sales collateral.

TL

Marketing Designer

Tieto Software Technologies Pvt. Ltd

Apr 2015 - Oct 2015 (6 months)

Created custom PowerPoint presentations with detailed infographics for sales and retail businesses. Ensured visual clarity and effectiveness in conveying marketing messages.

GS

Multimedia Specialist

GGS Information Services

Oct 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 5 months)

Led E-learning course development, handling localization, motion graphics, and branding assets. Ensured high-quality multimedia content delivery for educational platforms.

GS

Multimedia Specialist

GGS Information Services

Oct 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 5 months)

Led E-learning course development, handling localization, motion graphics, and branding assets. Ensured high-quality multimedia content for educational platforms.

PT

Project Lead

Posiview Technologies

Aug 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year 2 months)

Managed template design, animation prototyping, and creative execution for aviation sector E-learning projects. Oversaw project timelines and creative deliverables.

PT

Project Lead

Posiview Technologies

Aug 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year 2 months)

Managed template design, animation prototyping, and creative execution for aviation sector E-learning projects. Oversaw project timelines and ensured creative deliverables met client specifications.

PL

Lead Graphics Designer

Pethkar Software Solution Pvt Ltd

Feb 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year 5 months)

Led brand identity development, creating logos, brochures, and digital assets for domestic clients. Guided design projects from concept to final delivery.

PL

Lead Graphics Designer

Pethkar Software Solution Pvt Ltd

Feb 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year 5 months)

Led brand identity development, creating logos, brochures, and digital assets for domestic clients. Guided design projects from concept to final delivery, ensuring brand consistency.

EL

Graphics Designer

Esense InfoTech and Media Pvt Ltd

Feb 2010 - Feb 2011 (1 year)

Designed E-learning courses, developed interactive templates, and optimized digital engagement strategies. Contributed to enhancing user experience in online learning platforms.

EL

Graphics Designer

Esense InfoTech and Media Pvt Ltd

Feb 2010 - Feb 2011 (1 year)

Designed E-learning courses, developed interactive templates, and optimized digital engagement strategies. Contributed to creating engaging and effective online learning experiences.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

YU

Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University

Bachelor's in Commerce, Commerce

Studied core principles of commerce, including business management, economics, and accounting. Gained foundational knowledge in various aspects of business operations and financial systems.

XS

Xplora Design School

Comprehensive Multimedia Course, Multimedia

Completed a comprehensive course focusing on multimedia design principles and applications. Developed skills in various multimedia tools and techniques relevant to creative industries.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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