The backstory

Explore my professional experience and education below to know more about my journey as a creative leader.

Hand photograph of Yajna Singh, Creative Director with experience working on bold brands

Professional path

Experience in agency, corporate, and entrepreneurial roles has shaped my broad and adaptable approach to deliver under pressure.

Mr D

Head of Digital Design

Currently leading strategic creative innovation, mentoring the design team and shaping the brand across platforms and digital initiatives to increase brand love and user engagement.

October 2021 – Present

3 years 9 months

Roering Creative Kin

Senior Art Director

Provided team leadership and art direction, supporting client objectives and increasing brand awareness through creative excellence from concept to delivery.

August 2019 – September 2021

2 years 2 months

Sticky Waffle

Founder and Director

Founded and directed a QSR, managing all aspects of the business, from branding and marketing to operations and growth strategies, achieving profitability and expansion.

February 2017 – January 2019

2 years

Saatchi & Saatchi

Senior Graphic Designer

Delivered high-quality graphic design executions for diverse clients, contributing to impactful campaigns and concepts that win pitches and hearts driving brand love.

October 2014 – September 2016

2 years

Nicework

Senior Graphic Designer

Provided senior-level graphic design expertise, delivering crafted design assets, supporting client objectives and contributing to the agency's creative output and excellence,

January 2014 – September 2014

9 months (Contract)

Brand Union

Midweight Graphic Designer

Developed graphic design solutions, supporting client pitches, brand identity design and visual communication projects, enhancing brand recognition and consistency.

February 2013 – October 2013

9 months (Contract)

Black Africa Group

Junior Graphic Designer

Provided graphic design support, contributing to visual executions, and gaining foundational industry experience in a fast-paced brand design agency environment.

April 2010 – July 2011

1 year 3 months

Academic Journey

My education provides foundational knowledge and continuously expands my skillset, ensuring well-informed thinking.

A foundation in graphic design principles, spanning visual design, art history, drawing, and industry practices, preparing for a professional design career.

(NDip) Graphic Design 2008

Advanced graphic design studies, within the bachelor framework, deepening expertise in strategic design thinking for a specialised design position.

(BTech) Graphic Design 2009

The fundamentals of UX design, that includes user research, journey mapping, wireframing and prototyping, to create user-centric digital experiences.

User Experience 2019

Core digital marketing strategies, from SEO and social media to Google Analytics, CRM and paid advertising, for effective online campaign management.

Digital Marketing 2021

An introduction to generative AI, understanding its impact on digital design, responsible AI, and gaining insights into leveraging AI for enhanced design workflows.

Generative AI 2024