Akanksha Goyal
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Akanksha Goyal

Visual/Art DirectorLondon, United Kingdom
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Akanksha Goyal

Visual/Art DirectorLondon, United Kingdom
About me
I am a design graduate from BA Design for Art Direction at University of Arts London. I am creative and a hands-on artist with advance skill in graphic design, art direction and project management. I have good social skills allowing me to interact with people easily.
Projects
  • Discover "Beg Borrow Steal: An exploration of South Asian Identity and Food in Western Society"
    Discover "Beg Borrow Steal: An exploration of South Asian Identity and Food in Western Society"I'm thrilled to introduce my latest publication, "Beg Borrow Steal," a unique and immersive journey into the lives, culture, and experiences of South Asian immigrants in the United Kingdom. This publication unveils the challenges and triumphs faced by people of color in a predominantly white society through poignant interviews and heartfelt recipes. I invite you to explore the pages of "Beg Borrow Steal" and join me in celebrating the vibrant South Asian culture and the enduring spirit of those
  • Are you uncomfortable yet?
    Are you uncomfortable yet?‘Are you uncomfortable yet?’ is a box designed to strike a nostalgic chord, containing several games and objects that aid in enhancing intimacy in your relationships and empathy for yourself through reflective activities. The box can be enjoyed alone or shared with friends, family or your romantic partner. The aim is to make this box your own and fill it with objects that you collect throughout your lifetime.
Projects credited in
  • Tuesday (Directed by Akanksha Goyal) 2022
    Tuesday (Directed by Akanksha Goyal) 2022A coming of age film about two young 20 something-year-old women. They face the tribunals of being a woman in today’s world. We see this through their perception of themselves as well through her relationship with various people in her life. I composed the last 2 minutes of score for the film.
Work history
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    Junior Graphic DesignerUncommonly
     - London, United KingdomInternship
    Designing marketing assets and pitch decks for clients including The Conrad Hotel, Ritz Carlton, Savills and Grosvenor Hotel. Image management for ‘Whispers’, Rolls Royce user application.
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    Graphic DesignerPandemos India
     - New Delhi, IndiaFreelance
    During an unprecedent times like now that we face due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I felt a social and moral obligation to support my community. I partnered with a non-profit organisation called Pandemos India. Their aim was to raises funds for COVID-19 relief efforts in India through the sale of T-shirts. For their second collection, I designed graphics for their apparel which would roll out starting of September 2020.
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Skills
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Indesign
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Photography
  • Creative Writing
  • Abobe Illustrator
Education
    London College of Communication, UAL logo
    London College of Communication, UAL logo
    BA Design For Art DirectionLondon College of Communication, UAL
     - London, United Kingdom
    Graduated with first-class honours. I developed critical thinking and technical proficiencies including type design, print production and image- making. This allowed me to see through briefs from ideation to outcome.
    London College of Fashion, UAL logo
    London College of Fashion, UAL logo
    MA Fashion Media Practice and CriticismLondon College of Fashion, UAL
     - London, United Kingdom
    An undergraduate course focused on critical thinking and writing. I learned how to research and understand fashion beyond the garment and appreciate its history and current impact it has.
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