Zainab Karachiwala
Graphic Designer
London, United KingdomI am an award-winning multi-disciplinary designer with a specialisation in Branding, Brand Strategy.
With 15yrs of experience in the creative industry, my work always aims to provide simple, meaningful and innovative design solutions. That’s been across just about every discipline including: B2B, B2C, marketing & sales promotion, packaging, social, digital, motion, UI/UX and experiential. And in almost every category from FMCG to tech, property, hospitality, F&B, luxury, art & culture and sports.
With 15yrs of experience in the creative industry, my work always aims to provide simple, meaningful and innovative design solutions. That’s been across just about every discipline including: B2B, B2C, marketing & sales promotion, packaging, social, digital, motion, UI/UX and experiential. And in almost every category from FMCG to tech, property, hospitality, F&B, luxury, art & culture and sports.
Work Experience
Unruly Group Ltd
Global Creative and Brand Strategy Director
My role is to be Unruly’s brand custodian across every touchpoint (digital, print, video, experiential) for both external clients and internal employees. My day-to-day involves collaborating with the Executive team and the CMO to develop a unique brand vision that supports and differentiates Unruly’s business strategy in a highly competitive marketplace. While managing a global creative team, I am consistently developing my team and processes for scalability, to deliver results in an ever-changing industry.
July 2016
- Present
London, United Kingdom
Skarma
Senior Design Executive
My position involved working with internal teams as well as clients - leading the design direction, pitching designs to win new business, understanding client needs, and overall responsibility for the creative output of the agency. I was tasked by the Partners to bridge the gap between the business and creative sides of the agency, and worked closely with them to develop goals and strategies that furthered Skarma’s brand and positioning within the creative marketplace
I managed multiple strategic projects simultaneously from concept through completion, while monitoring creative budgets and making sure all projects were delivered within the projected parameters. My role required me not only to supervise and train the members of the creative team, but also to liaise with the tech team, project management team, strategy team, and copywriters to deliver cohesive & integrated solutions for clients.
During my 2 years at Skarma the company won some key pitches such as Indian Super League - FC Goa, Viacom18 Networks - Supersonic, Event FAQs - WOW Awards and Zee Networks - Romedy Now fueling the growth of the company and putting it on the map as one of the sought-after creative firms in Mumbai city. Within a year of joining the company I was able to double the members of my team from 6 to 12 people.
I managed multiple strategic projects simultaneously from concept through completion, while monitoring creative budgets and making sure all projects were delivered within the projected parameters. My role required me not only to supervise and train the members of the creative team, but also to liaise with the tech team, project management team, strategy team, and copywriters to deliver cohesive & integrated solutions for clients.
During my 2 years at Skarma the company won some key pitches such as Indian Super League - FC Goa, Viacom18 Networks - Supersonic, Event FAQs - WOW Awards and Zee Networks - Romedy Now fueling the growth of the company and putting it on the map as one of the sought-after creative firms in Mumbai city. Within a year of joining the company I was able to double the members of my team from 6 to 12 people.
April 2012
- August 2015
India
Leo Burnett
Art Director
Worked closely with the National Creative Director and Creative Director on award winning design projects. My role included conceptualisation of the designs, their execution and overseeing final production.
Clients:
Gandhiji Font, Mc Donald's, Bajaj, Futher & Beyond, D'decor.
Clients:
Gandhiji Font, Mc Donald's, Bajaj, Futher & Beyond, D'decor.
September 2009
- October 2011
India
Design Temple
Graphic Designer
I worked here as part of a 4 person design team. The role demanded the complete management of clients from meetings and pitches to designs, research and presentations leading to final execution and delivery of the project.
Clients:
Taj Mahal Palace and Tower - Mumbai, Ensemble, Mid Day.
Clients:
Taj Mahal Palace and Tower - Mumbai, Ensemble, Mid Day.
April 2009
- September 2009
India
CreativeLand Asia
Design Intern
Clients:
Frooti, Appy Fizz, Cafe Coffee Day, Tejal Kadakia.
Frooti, Appy Fizz, Cafe Coffee Day, Tejal Kadakia.
May 2008
- July 2008
India
Education
University Of Mumbai
Bachelor in Sociology
2010
India
Languages
English (Fluent),
Hindi (Fluent),
Gujarati (Conversational),
French (Beginner),
Marathi (Conversational),
Awards
The CUP Awards (Intercontinental Advertising Cup)
Best of Design Winner for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover
2013
The CUP Awards (Intercontinental Advertising Cup)
Best of Design Nominee for Fold Aide Box
2012
The CUP Awards (Intercontinental Advertising Cup)
Best of Household and Business Appliances Nominee for Fold Aide Box
2012
One Show
Merit for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Design)
2012
The Andy Awards
Bronze for Gandhijifont-Integrated
2012
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Gold Lotus for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Book Design)
2012
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Finalist for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (DImensional Mail)
2012
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Finalist for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Self Promotion)
2012
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Finalist for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Direct Mail)
2012
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Finalist for Gandhijifont-Integrated (360 Lotus)
2012
Goafest
Gold Abby for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Direct Mail)
2012
Goafest
Silver Abby for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Design)
2012
Goafest
Bronze Abby for Gandhijifont (Integrated)
2012
Creativity International
Gold Award (Honourable Award Mention) for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover
2012
Creativity International
Platinum Award (Best in Show) for Fold Aide Box
2012
Young Guns International
Bronze for Fold Aide Box (Design)
2011
New York Festivals Awards
Finalist for Fold Aide Box (Package Design)
2011
New York Festivals Awards
Finalist for Gandhijifont (Typography)
2011
New York Festivals Awards
Finalist for Fold Aide Box (Package Design)
2011
Spikes Asia Advertising Festival
Silver for Gandhijifont (Typography)
2011
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Silver Lotus for Fold Aide Box (Package Design)
2011
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Bronze Lotus for Gandhijifont (Print Craft)
2011
Asia Pacific Advertising Festival (AP AdFest)
Bronze Lotus for Gandhijifont (Self Promotion)
2011
Goafest
Silver Abby for Gandhijifont (Typography)
2011
Goafest
Silver Abby for Fold Aide Box (Package Design)
2011
Goafest
Silver Abby for Gandhijifont (Print Craft)
2011
Communication Arts
Award of Excellence for Gandhijifont-Now in Hardcover (Self Promotion)
2011
Communication Arts
Award of Excellence for Fold Aide Box (Packaging)
2011
Goafest
Bronze Abby for McDonald's - McDelivery (Package Design)
2010
Young Guns International
Finalist for Gandhijifont (Typography)
2010
Leo Burnett - India
Most innovative idea for final campaign at the Annual Design Showcase held at Shree B.K. Somani Memorial Polytechnic
2009
Malhar
First position in Commercial Break (a creative ad film making competition)
2006
Grand Wood Works And Saw Mills
First Prize for 3D Design Exhibit (sculpture made from scrap wood)
2005
Shree B.K. Memorial Polytechnic
Bronze Medal for Overall Exhibit at the Annual Design Showcase
2005
Skills
Brand Strategy,
Branding,
Creative Direction,
Leadership,
Mentoring,
Packaging,
Print Design,
Typography,