Pooja Thacker
Graphic Designer
310.482.8715
be.net/poojathacker
It is the passion that drives the process and the process that builds the product.
Work Experience
IE Design + Communications
Designer
Working with the creative team on a variety of projects ranging from developing board
games and packaging to creating brand identity, brochures, annual reports, advertisements
and graphic standards.
Clients: Mattel, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Irvine, USC, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Duke University, Steam Dot Alaska Coffee, Loyola Law School, Music Center and Pharmavite
games and packaging to creating brand identity, brochures, annual reports, advertisements
and graphic standards.
Clients: Mattel, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Irvine, USC, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, Duke University, Steam Dot Alaska Coffee, Loyola Law School, Music Center and Pharmavite
January 2010
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Warner Bros. Consumer Products
Graphic Design Intern
Assisted the Design Director in developing the 2011 spring-summer seasonal trends style guide. Designed a style guide for the Korean character, Pucca.
June 2009
- August 2009
Burbank, Canada
Grandmother India
Senior Designer
Responsible for a wide variety of print projects from start to finish in a fast paced
environment. Collaborated with creative team to create initial concepts; interacted with
clients through feedback and revisions; prepared production-ready files, supervised print process and actively participated in new business pitches. Projects included print and outdoor advertising, brand identity, instore graphics, invitations, event graphics and
packaging with a strong emphasis on fashion and hospitality brands.
Clients: Ritu Kumar, Label, Ramesh Deo Productions, Zenzi, Paul Oakenfold, Blue Frog, Asian Paints
environment. Collaborated with creative team to create initial concepts; interacted with
clients through feedback and revisions; prepared production-ready files, supervised print process and actively participated in new business pitches. Projects included print and outdoor advertising, brand identity, instore graphics, invitations, event graphics and
packaging with a strong emphasis on fashion and hospitality brands.
Clients: Ritu Kumar, Label, Ramesh Deo Productions, Zenzi, Paul Oakenfold, Blue Frog, Asian Paints
February 2007
- August 2007
Pooja Thacker
Independent Design Professional
Worked with private and corporate clients for brand development, print collateral,
instore graphics, wedding and event invitations, brochures, presentations and packaging.
Clients: Horizon Packs, Bikram Yoga Hermosa Beach, Abbi Body, Arpan Foundation, We Care Mobility, Ornate, Sapa, Yaan Travels
instore graphics, wedding and event invitations, brochures, presentations and packaging.
Clients: Horizon Packs, Bikram Yoga Hermosa Beach, Abbi Body, Arpan Foundation, We Care Mobility, Ornate, Sapa, Yaan Travels
July 2004
-
Irvine, Canada
Design Temple
Graphic Design Intern
Collaborated with the creative director to do extensive research and develop brochures, publication and a do-it-yourself kit.
Clients: The Taj Group of Hotels, The Taj Yoga Center, India Book House
Clients: The Taj Group of Hotels, The Taj Yoga Center, India Book House
May 2005
- June 2005
Education
California State University, Fullerton
MA, Graphic Design
August 2008
- May 2010
Fullerton, Canada
Srishti School Of Art & Design
Diploma in Visual Communication
Awarded the Certificate of Commendation in recognition of outstanding performance
on the diploma project and for achieving overall excellence through the course.
on the diploma project and for achieving overall excellence through the course.
July 2004
- December 2006
Bangalore, India
Sir J J Institute Of Applied Art
BFA, Applied Art
June 2000
- June 2004
Mumbai, India
Skills
InDesign,
Acrobat,
Adobe Illustrator,
Corel Draw,
Dreamweaver,
Flash,
HTML,
Illustration,
Microsoft Office Suite,
Paper Crafts,
Photoshop,
Scrapbooking,
Additional Information
When we decided to start a business manufacturing high quality beauty products, we knew that first impressions would be key. That meant finding someone who could design a logo and label that reflects the quality we put inside….on the outside. Enter Pooja! She not only understood our vision, she essentially captured the essence of our values and designed the perfect labels. Transcending the term “creative”, she honestly knew what I wanted before I did!
Thanks Pooja!
Cheri Johnson
á bbi, President
“Pooja is a willing learner and a hardworking individual. She takes criticism with the right attitude and strives to improve her skills and abilities at every opportunity. She has ideas and explores areas unknown to her, to seek more knowledge. She is friendly, helpful and a good team player.” March 31, 2010
Suchitra Narayan,
advised Pooja at Srishti School of art and design
“I was immediately impressed with Pooja's talent, persistence and charming personality. Pooja's combination of fashion industry experience, professionalism and her excellent training from CSUF make her a great addition to any design team.” July 20, 2010
Laura Neal, Career Center Specialist, California State University, Fullerton,
advised Pooja at California State University-Fullerton
“Pooja is one of the most meticulous, hardworking, focused and creative design professsional I have met. Her work and method of work inspires and influences everyone around her positively. Her ability to treat every project, whether small or big, with equal importance and undying passion is reflected in all her work. Anyone working with Pooja is bound to experience creativity with new shades of passion and enthusiasm.” May 16, 2010
Khushboo Desai, Student, Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology
worked with Pooja at Srishti Schhol of Art, Design and Technology
“Pooja is incredibly talented. Her design aesthetic is unique, vibrant and undoubtedly smart. The fact that she's got extraordinary business savvy and is so personable and warm seems like an amazing bonus. I have no doubt she can solve any marketing problem or accomplish any job she is given. I can't wait to see what she'll achieve in her burgeoning career.” June 24, 2011
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative
Heidi Roller,
hired Pooja as a Graphic/Web Designer in 2009
From the moment I met Pooja, I knew I wanted to work with her. She is one of the most wonderful people I have ever met, with such great energy and she is a passionate and talented designer. I knew all of this before I saw her great portfolio.
I am a graphic designer and the Marketing Director for Bikram Yoga Hermosa Beach. My partner needed more than just a logo designed for her company. I knew just the person to create it. I called Pooja and she did the job! Our logo speaks for its self. We are eternally satisfied with the results.
Melody S. May
Marketing Director, Bikram Yoga Hermosa Beach
Thanks Pooja!
Cheri Johnson
á bbi, President
“Pooja is a willing learner and a hardworking individual. She takes criticism with the right attitude and strives to improve her skills and abilities at every opportunity. She has ideas and explores areas unknown to her, to seek more knowledge. She is friendly, helpful and a good team player.” March 31, 2010
Suchitra Narayan,
advised Pooja at Srishti School of art and design
“I was immediately impressed with Pooja's talent, persistence and charming personality. Pooja's combination of fashion industry experience, professionalism and her excellent training from CSUF make her a great addition to any design team.” July 20, 2010
Laura Neal, Career Center Specialist, California State University, Fullerton,
advised Pooja at California State University-Fullerton
“Pooja is one of the most meticulous, hardworking, focused and creative design professsional I have met. Her work and method of work inspires and influences everyone around her positively. Her ability to treat every project, whether small or big, with equal importance and undying passion is reflected in all her work. Anyone working with Pooja is bound to experience creativity with new shades of passion and enthusiasm.” May 16, 2010
Khushboo Desai, Student, Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology
worked with Pooja at Srishti Schhol of Art, Design and Technology
“Pooja is incredibly talented. Her design aesthetic is unique, vibrant and undoubtedly smart. The fact that she's got extraordinary business savvy and is so personable and warm seems like an amazing bonus. I have no doubt she can solve any marketing problem or accomplish any job she is given. I can't wait to see what she'll achieve in her burgeoning career.” June 24, 2011
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative
Heidi Roller,
hired Pooja as a Graphic/Web Designer in 2009
From the moment I met Pooja, I knew I wanted to work with her. She is one of the most wonderful people I have ever met, with such great energy and she is a passionate and talented designer. I knew all of this before I saw her great portfolio.
I am a graphic designer and the Marketing Director for Bikram Yoga Hermosa Beach. My partner needed more than just a logo designed for her company. I knew just the person to create it. I called Pooja and she did the job! Our logo speaks for its self. We are eternally satisfied with the results.
Melody S. May
Marketing Director, Bikram Yoga Hermosa Beach