ASHISH KUMAR
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented design professional with 20+ years of experience in Graphic Design, Videography, 3D Modeling, Animations, Branding, UI/UX. Proven ability to translate complex user needs into impactful creative solutions that elevate brand experiences across various media. Experienced in managing staff and leading a team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead
4 Environmental: AHS Sturgeon Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Optimized team performance through scheduling and rotation
- Managing a team of 7 environmental service professionals in hospital setting
- Cultivate a positive work environment, solve disputes and clear any doubts that any team members have
- Demonstrate leadership through Crisis Management by managing unforeseen staff shortages due to illness or emergencies by implementing contingency plans and re-allocating resources effectively.
Design Contractor
Word Bank
03.2021 - Current
- Advise and design Wordbank's title creatives for Netflix and other clients
- Deliver high-quality work on time and consistently meet tight deadlines
- Use online file management and tools like Jira to upload and manage all the creatives
- Collaboration and consultation with Wordbank to plan and design visual graphics.
Sr. Graphic Designer
Certified Tracking Solutions
09.2017 - 01.2022
- Worked alongside marketing director, copywriters and graphic designers to create effective communication and advertising products
- Managed and prioritized multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines consistently
- Delivered visually compelling animations and graphic elements for the website, brochures, ad campaigns and corporate videos for social media outlets uploads (e.g., Facebook) and website
- Provided motion graphics and video editing services for the ad campaigns
- Managed media events, developed strategies along with marketing team.
Graphic Designer/Videographer
Wild TV
10.2014 - 09.2017
- Filmed majority episodes of Gear Hunters, Edited, and provided opening animation for the show
- Created and executed graphics in After Effects and Illustrator
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and other 3D applications to create advanced designs and animations
- Developed and edited video projects, importing/exporting media, motion graphics, writing, titling and adding/editing, audio(voiceover/music/SFX).
Graphic Designer
Community Broadcasting Services
10.2008 - 09.2014
- Worked to ensure motion graphics supported specific storytelling needs
- Maintained the highest standards of efficiency and consistency at all times
- Collaborated with team members and worked to achieve common goals.
Graphic Designer
Discovery Channel
04.2004 - 09.2008
- Handled much of the communication between clients and the lead Graphic Designer
- Assisted the lead designer with day-to-day tasks to ensure organization and productivity.
Graphic Designer
NDTV
05.2003 - 03.2004
- Providing subtitles for live news in face paced environments
- Wrote news releases, public service announcements, media advisories, brochures, newsletters
- Ensured that the visions of the director and designer were carried out through production
Education
3D Animation and Visual Effects Diploma -
Pixel Blue College
04.2023
Web Development Certificate -
MacEwan University
12.2022
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
New Delhi, India04.2003
Diploma in Multimedia (Digital Media) -
Arena Multimedia
New Delhi, India12.2002
Skills
- Adobe Suit
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Cinema 4D
- Maya
- After Effects
- Final Cut Pro
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Ability to Multitask
- Highly Motivated
- Self-motivated
Websites
Certification
Driver's Licence | Class 5
Languages
English
Hindi
Design Principles
- Branding
- Identity Design
- User Centered Design
Vaccination Status
Fully Vaccinated
Links - Linkedin Profile
Linkedin Profile
Timeline
Team Lead
4 Environmental: AHS Sturgeon Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Design Contractor
Word Bank
03.2021 - Current
Sr. Graphic Designer
Certified Tracking Solutions
09.2017 - 01.2022
Graphic Designer/Videographer
Wild TV
10.2014 - 09.2017
Graphic Designer
Community Broadcasting Services
10.2008 - 09.2014
Graphic Designer
Discovery Channel
04.2004 - 09.2008
Graphic Designer
NDTV
05.2003 - 03.2004
3D Animation and Visual Effects Diploma -
Pixel Blue College
Web Development Certificate -
MacEwan University
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
Diploma in Multimedia (Digital Media) -
Arena Multimedia
Driver's Licence | Class 5
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