Saira Syed
@sairasyed
I build scalable brand identities and high-fidelity visual systems for global and consumer brands.
What I'm looking for
I’ve led creative direction and built scalable visual identity systems for global brands including Unilever and Telenor, keeping campaigns aligned across diverse touchpoints.
In freelance work, I art directed a custom illustration suite for Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC), turning complex industrial systems into accessible digital narratives. I’ve also created branding kits, packaging layouts, and digital ad copy for consumer brands such as Bloomery tea.
I combine Midjourney, ChatGPT, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma to accelerate concept-to-execution by 30%, while leading teams and collaborating remotely across GCC and international markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Art Director / Visual Strategist
Freelance / Remote
Apr 2026 - Present (4 months)
Art directed and executed a custom brand illustration suite and freelance case study for the Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC), humanizing complex industrial systems into accessible digital narratives. Developed comprehensive branding kits, packaging layouts, and digital ad copy for premium consumer brands like Bloomery tea, ensuring strong visual consistency across physical and digital
Design Lead (US-Based Projects)
Softnox Technologies
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Led a creative team focusing on high-volume digital illustration, custom backgrounds, and visual asset production tailored for international markets. Streamlined asset delivery pipelines, ensuring high-fidelity visual assets met strict technical specifications for digital and mobile deployment.
Senior Graphic Designer / Creative Lead
S2Inventive & IAL Saatchi & Saatchi
Jan 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 11 months)
Managed creative direction and built scalable visual identity systems for global entities including Unilever and Telenor, maintaining strict brand alignment across diverse campaigns. Supervised design teams through the end-to-end creative lifecycle, from initial digital mood boarding and storyboarding to final production layout.
Senior Brand & Digital Designer
Unknown
Delivered strategic, brand-led design solutions across agencies, studios, and technology-driven environments. Specialised in brand identity systems, digital and campaign design, and creative leadership.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Karachi, Pakistan
bachelors of graphic design, Graphic design
2006 - 2010
Grade: 3
Activities and societies: volunteering for national cause
graduated with graphic design
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
behance.net/sairasyed2966fPortfolio
behance.net/sairasyed2966fSalary expectations
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