Navya Arora

Graphic Designer
New York, US.

About

I’m a designer and storyteller with a background in creative writing, now working across brand, editorial, and digital design. My practice is rooted in narrative and systems — crafting thoughtful, intentional design that connects across mediums. With experience at both global agencies and independent studios, I bring a multidisciplinary, concept-driven approach to building identities, campaigns, and experiences that are as strategic as they are expressive.

Work

EStudio
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Art Director

Summary

Directed comprehensive brand transformation initiatives, focusing on visual identity and collateral system development.

Highlights

Led a full brand refresh for Jess Jess Press, creating a new visual identity and collateral system.

Significantly boosted pop-up sales and expanded customer base across local and online platforms through strategic design.

Freelance
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Design Lead

Summary

Provided creative direction and design solutions for diverse clients, specializing in brand identity and marketing collateral.

Highlights

Designed and illustrated a narrative-driven outreach brochure for a grassroots startup in rural India, effectively promoting entrepreneurial awareness and self-sufficiency.

Directed the brand identity and launch campaign for a CPG brand, successfully positioning regional Indian foods in urban markets through culturally rooted visuals and contemporary packaging.

McCann
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Copy Intern

Summary

Gained foundational experience in advertising copywriting and creative strategy within a leading agency environment.

Highlights

Collaborated with senior copy and creative teams to develop innovative concepts, craft compelling campaign copy, and create impactful pitch decks for consumer brands.

Actively contributed to ideation sessions, internal reviews, and client-facing material development, enhancing strategic communication.

Freelance
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Mural Designer

Summary

Designed and executed custom mural art projects for various clients, transforming spaces with unique visual narratives and artistic expression.

Highlights

Conceptualized and delivered custom mural designs that enhanced aesthetic appeal and communicated client brand narratives.

Education

Maryland Institute College of Art

MFA

Graphic Design

Srishti Institute of Art, Design & Technology

BFA

Creative Writing

Awards

GD USA 61st American Award

Awarded By

Graphic Design USA

Recipient of the 61st American Award from Graphic Design USA.

Communication Design Shortlist

Awarded By

Various

Recognized for excellence in communication design.

Young Ones TDC Shortlist

Awarded By

The One Club for Creativity

Shortlisted in the prestigious Young Ones TDC competition.

Indigo Branding for Social Change

Awarded By

Indigo Design Award

Awarded Gold for impactful branding in social change initiatives.

Indigo Branding for Beverages

Awarded By

Indigo Design Award

Awarded Silver for outstanding branding in the beverage sector.

AIGA Flux x 4

Awarded By

AIGA

Received four recognitions from AIGA Flux, highlighting diverse design excellence.

World Brand Design Bronze Award

Awarded By

World Brand Design Society

Honored with a Bronze Award for innovative brand design.

Communication Arts Shortlist Illustration

Awarded By

Communication Arts

Shortlisted for excellence in illustration by Communication Arts.

Communication Arts Shortlist Typography

Awarded By

Communication Arts

Shortlisted for excellence in typography by Communication Arts.

Voyage Baltimore Interview

Awarded By

Voyage Baltimore

Featured in an interview by Voyage Baltimore, highlighting professional journey and achievements.

ShoutoutLA Interview

Awarded By

ShoutoutLA

Featured in an interview by ShoutoutLA, sharing insights and experiences.

Bold Journey Interview

Awarded By

Bold Journey

Featured in an interview by Bold Journey, discussing career path and growth.

School for Poetic Computation Scholarship

Awarded By

School for Poetic Computation

Awarded a scholarship to attend the School for Poetic Computation.

MICA Graduate Research Grant

Awarded By

Maryland Institute College of Art

Recipient of a research grant to support graduate studies at MICA.

Leslie King Hammond Scholarship

Awarded By

Maryland Institute College of Art

Awarded the prestigious Leslie King Hammond Scholarship.

MICA Merit Scholarship

Awarded By

Maryland Institute College of Art

Received a merit-based scholarship for academic excellence at MICA.

Skills

Creative Direction

Art Direction, Brand Strategy, Campaign Development, Concept Development.

Graphic Design

Visual Identity, Collateral System Design, Typography, Layout Design.

Brand Development

Brand Refresh, Brand Positioning, Packaging Design, Marketing Collateral.

Copywriting

Campaign Copy, Content Strategy, Pitch Decks, Narrative Design.

Illustration

Digital Illustration, Mural Design, Visual Storytelling.

Project Management

Client Management, Cross-functional Team Collaboration, Project Coordination.