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ROSHAN LOUISE-JULIE
Roshan is a multidisciplinary visual artist based in Chicago, IL. With 10+ years of experience in various creative roles, Roshan has honed his practice to encompass graphic design, photography, illustration, animation & art direction. His surrealistic visual style, characterized by dreamy, layered images with playful twists, invites the viewers to explore themes of identity, culture, and imagination. After graduating with a degree in film, he eventually pivoted to a career in design and branding, while still working on freelance projects in other creative fields. Currently the Lead Designer at a full funnel marketing agency for 5+ years, Roshan has elevated the visual standards of clients’ successful brands, cementing a reputation for the agency for its high quality, impactful creative assets.
In addition to agency work, Roshan has enjoyed collaborating with acclaimed music artists from across the globe, from Chicago to Paris to Dubai to South Africa, bringing a unique blend of creativity and strategic insight to every project and providing visual branding, album artwork, photoshoots, creative strategy, and art direction. Fluent in English and French, and having grown up in 5 different countries, he weaves his global perspective into his art, reflecting his commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.
EDUCATION
B.A. In Cinema Arts + Science
Columbia College Chicago
CONTACT
Instagram: @royadesigned
Email: royadesigned@gmail.com
TOOLS
Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign, Lightroom, Premiere Pro), Figma, Sketch, Procreate, Blender. Microsoft Suite,
ClickUp, Asana, Monday
EXPERIENCE
Lead Designer, ATTN Agency (Mar 2021 - Present)
• Spearheaded multi-channel creative campaigns for DTC clients,blending performance marketing with high-impact brand storytelling.
• Partnered with cross-functional teams (strategy, media, and copy) to elevate branding and drive measurable business outcomes.
• Developed internal brand guidelines and elevated visual standards across clients’ portfolios.
• Mentored junior designers, conducted creative reviews, and optimized design workflows to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Developed and scaled storytelling-driven campaigns such as “Mystic Saturdays,” leading to a 135% increase in attributed email revenue and a 67% app user growth for a premium alt-fashion brand.
Graphic Designer, Top Nosh Hopsitality (Nov 2019 - Mar 2020)
• Led creative direction across 5+ distinct restaurant concepts including fine dining, BBQ, and exclusive cigar lounges.
• Designed menus, brand visuals, and signage while ensuring cohesive brand identity across diverse concepts.
• Directed and captured photography to enrich visual content across social and print.
• Provided comprehensive art direction that unified the brand’s identity and marketing strategy.
Graphic Designer, Machine Hopsitality (Jun 2017 - Nov 2019)
• Sole in-house designer for multiple high-concept hospitality venues in Chicago and Nashville.
• Developed branding, promotional materials, and environmental design for arcade bars and luxury dining concepts.
• Provided art direction for photography and marketing collateral, aligning with the brand vision.
Creative Director / Freelance Designer, Global Clients (2013 - Present)
• Delivered end-to-end creative services for clients across fashion, music, beauty, hospitality, and tech.
• Directed visual identity development and digital campaigns from concept through execution.
• Produced animations, social media content, album art, and brand collateral tailored to each client’s market and voice.
• Collaborated with global clients to elevate brand storytelling through customized creative strategy.
Junior Graphic Designer, Virtuzone LLC (2011 - 2012)
• Designed digital and print assets for a Dubai-based business startup incubator.
• Supported senior designers in maintaining the company’s visual identity and developing marketing materials.