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Swapnil Raikar

@swapnilraikar

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Creative Group Head specializing in brand identities, visual storytelling, and UI/UX design expansion.

India

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead brand-first creative work that connects visual storytelling to digital experiences. I want a team that values strategic design thinking, collaboration with marketing stakeholders, and growth into UI/UX while delivering award-worthy, consistent brand systems.

I’m a Creative Group Head with 10 years of experience in visual design, focused on crafting impactful brand identities through strategic design thinking and compelling visual storytelling. I build recognizable visual languages—from defining creative direction with brand moodboards to developing cohesive design systems.

I’ve led multi-platform creative for major clients and categories, creating marketing creatives, promotional campaigns, and app visuals that drive user engagement. In roles spanning Art Director and Senior Visualizer, I’ve developed and maintained branding guidelines to keep a consistent identity across platforms, banners, co-branded content, and in-app graphics.

Collaboration is where I thrive: I’ve worked closely with copywriters and account managers and led a team of 6 creatives to deliver 8+ innovative marketing campaigns. I also direct award-focused campaign development, submitting entries for Kyoorius and Spikes Asia Young Blood awards with innovative, impactful designs.

Alongside graphic design, video editing, and motion graphics, I’m currently expanding into UI/UX design to create more meaningful digital experiences. From generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney AI to production workflows in Adobe tools and Figma, I bring modern thinking to every concept—always with brand clarity, user value, and visual excellence at the core.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Art Director

Saturday Communications Pvt. Ltd.

Aug 2025 - May 2026 (9 months)

Designed marketing creatives and promotional campaigns to drive user engagement. Developed branding guidelines and produced high-quality videos and app visuals including co-branded content, banners, and in-app graphics.

Marketing Creative Design Brand Guidelines Video Editing Motion Graphics Social Media Design Figma Adobe After Effects Marketing Creative Design

Senior Visualizer

Fanizm India Pvt. Ltd.

Aug 2024 - Aug 2025 (1 year)

Developed branding guidelines to maintain a consistent visual identity across platforms. Created event videos and co-branded movie marketing creatives, and designed app visual elements including banners and in-app graphics.

Brand Guidelines Event Marketing Video Editing Co Marketing Motion Graphics Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe After Effects

Creative Group Head

Flying Cursor Interactive Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2021 - Feb 2024 (2 years 3 months)

Managed automobile brand campaigns including Mahindra & Mahindra (Thar, Scorpio, XUV700, Mahindra Adventure, Mahindra Auto Global) and Saint-Gobain Gyproc. Led a team of 6 creatives to deliver 8+ marketing campaigns in collaboration with copywriters and account managers across platforms.

Campaign creative Team Leadership Cross Functional Collaboration Brand Consistency Visual Storytelling Social Media Design Adobe Illustrator Figma

Art Director

Digitas India Pvt. Ltd.

Oct 2018 - Oct 2021 (3 years)

Directed visual design for campaigns across brands including Tata Cliq, Jeep, TVS NTorq, DBS Treasures, and Udchalo, ensuring creative excellence and brand consistency. Led award-focused campaign development, submitting entries for Kyoorius and Spikes Asia Young Blood awards.

Campaign creative Brand Consistency Typography Layout Design Graphic Design Adobe Photoshop Adobe After Effects

Associate Designer

SportzInteractive

Mar 2016 - Oct 2018 (2 years 7 months)

Executed design work including image and layout composition, image editing, and typography while adhering to brand guidelines for sports brands. Produced campaign assets for teams and leagues including Mumbai Indians, Chennaiyin FC, Premier Badminton League, and Pro Kabaddi League.

Typography Image Composition Image Editing Adobe Photoshop Creative Production

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Mumbai University

Bachelor of Mass Media, Mass Media

2013 - 2016

Completed a Bachelor of Mass Media (B.M.M) covering media, advertising, and public relations. Built skills in communication, writing, and research.

HSC (school not specified)

Higher Secondary Certificate, Science

2010 - 2011

Completed Higher Secondary education with Science subjects including Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Developed a foundation in analytical and problem-solving skills.