Srisha Chakraborty
Austin,TX
Summary
Small in the grand scheme of things, but with big plans and ideas. Undergraduate visual artist, creative, and designer with 6+ years of experience managing design processes, from conceptualization to delivery. With soft skills, technical skills, and a big smile, able to stretch the boundaries of web design and digital storytelling to help my client's brands stand out and grow.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Digital/Digital Design Coordinator
Houston Durga Bari Society
Houston, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Create designs, layouts, and logos for organization's outreach, events, magazine, and website while in collaboration with a 4-member design team
- Manage the organization's website, consisting of frequent updates, debugging, and accounting for UX/UI for the sake of the user's convenience and appeal
- Lead the development and design for organization's graphics and encourage team building, boosting productivity of the team and maintaining efficiency in material delivery
- Assess the quality of all deliverables and materials in order to approve, or deny, the final product and provide counsel on all matters related.
- Developed and implemented a digital strategy to increase customer engagement.
- Created content for online campaigns and social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
- Developed user-friendly webpages and applications with an emphasis on usability and accessibility.
- Oversaw social media and digital marketing strategy to increase brand exposure and audience engagement.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
Character Artist
Semimyth Gaming
Remote
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Imagine, conceptualize, and develop character concepts/initial designs in collaboration with developers and lead creative director and making sure they exceed the expectations of a 10+ person team
- Rig and partially animate 2-D Character Models in collaboration with animators as a deliverable for the rendering team
- Managed up to 3 projects or tasks at a given time while ensuring expected progress by weekly deadlines with consistent quality and communication
- Consulted with clients on the most appropriate graphic design options based on their major marketing goals.
- Collaborated with game designers and engineers to define the scope of character art assets required for projects.
- Designed facial expressions, body language, and poses that are consistent with the narrative of the game.
- Worked closely with project managers, photographers, art directors, stylists and post-production team.
Graphic Designer, Layout Designer, and Illustrator
Spark Magazine
Austin, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Worked with senior designers to develop unique editorial concepts
- Designed online graphics and aided in magazine layout to increase brand reach
- Created 20 original illustrations and graphics for the website(s) using Procreate between both magazines.
- Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
- Created visual concepts using computer software to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in graphic design technologies.
- Provided support on photo shoots related to the project's needs.
- Created personalized portfolio designs according to rigorous client specifications.
- Maintained company websites updating with new products and corporate announcements as necessary.
- Reviewed final layouts, making improvements and suggestions as needed.
- Prepared rough sketches of product concepts, discussed with clients and made necessary changes.
Graphic Designer, Social Media Creative
Saffron Magazine
Austin, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Drew and printed draft charts, illustrations and other artwork using specialized computer software and plotters.
- Fostered relationships with retail clients through effective communication, negotiation and collaboration.
- Studied photographs and other graphics to plan materials, products, or services.
- Determined size and layout of copy material and selected styles and size of fonts.
Ice Cream Scooper
Amy's Ice Creams
Austin, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared sundaes, milkshakes, and other frozen treats according to customer specifications.
- Memorized seasonal menu options and flavors to offer customers updated details on new items and offerings.
- Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Cooperated and communicated with coworkers efficiently, maintaining a friendly and productive environment.
Education
Studio Arts
University of Texas At Austin
Austin04-2026
Bachelor of Science - Advertising
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX04-2026
Bridging Disciplines Certification - Digital Art And Media
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX04-2026
Skills
- Photoshop
- Python
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Procreate
- Carrd
- Autodesk Maya
- Autodesk Mudbox
- Blender
- Social Media Marketing
- Project Management
- Content Curation
- Content Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Platforms
Affiliations
- Self-Proclaimed Film Critic
- Animator
- Reader/Writer
- Skater
Accomplishments
Nationally recognized and awarded Scholastic Artist
Languages
English
Full Professional
Bengali
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Timeline
Graphic Designer, Layout Designer, and Illustrator
Spark Magazine
08.2023 - Current
Graphic Designer, Social Media Creative
Saffron Magazine
08.2023 - Current
Head of Digital/Digital Design Coordinator
Houston Durga Bari Society
06.2023 - Current
Ice Cream Scooper
Amy's Ice Creams
01.2023 - Current
Character Artist
Semimyth Gaming
06.2022 - 12.2023
Studio Arts
University of Texas At Austin
Bachelor of Science - Advertising
University of Texas At Austin
Bridging Disciplines Certification - Digital Art And Media
University of Texas At Austin
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