Top Talent like Nikita are on Pangea

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Nikita Raina

Creative & Brand Strategist
Video & Animation Designer
Social Media Marketing Specialist
New York, NY, US
Design
Augmented Reality
Content Creation
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Design
Creative Marketing
Final Cut Pro
YouTube
Video Editing
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Freelance Creative Technologist & Video Editor | Multidisciplinary Designer & Storyteller | AI & Emerging Tech | Crafting Immersive Experiences Across Video, AR/XR & Intelligent Systems
I’m Nikita Raina - a creative technologist, digital storyteller, and musician blending branded content, immersive experiences, and emerging technology to craft stories people can truly feel. With a multidisciplinary background spanning industrial engineering at Georgia Tech and digital storytelling at the Royal College of Art, I bring a rare balance of analytical precision and artistic intuition to every project. My work spans branded video production for Coca-Cola, AR installations for Snapchat’s Spectacles, and internationally exhibited immersive projects like Paint a Raga - an interactive XR music tool bridging Indian and Western musical traditions, which I presented at the IRCAM Forum at the Pompidou Centre in Paris. Recently, I’ve also been collaborating with Mercor, training and refining AI models to better understand human context, emotion, and creativity. This hands-on AI work deepens my perspective on how intelligent systems can support - not replace - human creativity. Whether I’m transforming static training materials into engaging branded videos, designing immersive AR experiences, or working with AI to enhance creative workflows, my goal remains the same: to turn stories into immersive digital experiences that feel meaningful, human, and unforgettable. Always open to collaborating with agencies, brands, and teams building at the intersection of storytelling, design, and emerging technology.

Projects

National Geographic ~ Earth Week 2020 Promotional Video

The Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots & Shoots program is a story creatively told using snippets of Dr. Goodall’s 90 minute lecture in the Netherlands and perusing through hours of b-roll.See More

Coca-Cola x FIFA Branded Video Content

Corporate storytelling using video reels for BTS, internal event recaps, and conferences for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Edited using CapCut and Final Cut Pro X, repurposing FIFA footage on Instagram or existing footage owned by Coca-Cola. Incorporated client feedback to deliver tailored final content. Due to strict NDA legal requirements, most project samples cannot be shared online. Please reach out if you like to see more samples. See More

Snapchat Spectacles ~ Augmented Reality Experience

Collaborative AR research project with Snapchat.

Jane Goodall Institute Social Media Campaigns (Video +Graphics)

Social Media Infographics & Videos for Jane Goodall Institute Nederlands’ #ForeverWild and #Recycle4Chimps campaigns, as well as Gombe60 Anniversary during COVID-19 in 2020. Created marketing materials for Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube campaigns using Canva for graphic design and Final Cut Pro X for promotional video editing. Collaborated with JGI team member, Fien Lindelauff, on all graphic design assets displayed.See More

Work History

M

AI Model Trainer

Mercor IntelligenceContributing to the development and optimization of AI models through structured data annotation, content evaluation, and feedback on generative model performance.
K

Learning Experience Design Consultant

Know2Grow.comSpearheading the video development process and product design of corporate training content, improving customer needs understanding to elevate user engagement across leadership programs. Implementing accessibility-first strategies (i.e closed captioning) with AI tools (ex: TurboScribe) and identifying opportunities for UX enhancements to optimize the digital product for diverse professional learners.
F

Motion Designer & Video Editor

Force MajeureEdited high-impact corporate reels and branded video content for Coca-Cola’s internal communications, including storytelling for internal events and the FIFA Club World Cup. Delivered polished motion assets and short-form edits using Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, Canva, and Final Cut Pro X while maintaining strict brand guidelines.
F

Creative Technologist / Designer

Freelance (Self employed)Consult for brands to create promotional video content, AR experiences, graphics, and instructional design materials. Clients include Snapchat, Coca Cola, National Geographic, Jane Goodall Institute, Know2Grow, ITJB, & private clients.
S

Augmented Reality Experience Designer

Snap Inc.Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 • 8 mosWorked with a cross-functional team and research project focused on mental well-being, encouraging users to connect with nature through breathing exercises facilitated by AR wearable technology. Designed a 3D visually guided meditation with spatial audio and integrated AI hand-tracking technology using Snapchat’s Lens Studio, showcased on their unreleased AR glasses, the new generation Spectacles. Exhibited at the renowned Cromwell Place gallery and featured in the RCA x Snap Inc. Business Case Study. Engaged over 200 users during the exhibition, receiving highly positive feedback from Snapchat executives on the AR-guided meditation experience.
C

Experience Optimization Analyst

CVS HealthAug 2020 - May 2021 • 10 mosSaved $200K annually by reducing inventory levels exceeding the capacity of North Augusta Distribution Center. Reduced warehouse location utilization from 95% to an optimal 86% by reprofiling & altering ordering policy. Led a valuation team and conducted regression analysis using R programming to assess the total profit impact.
T

Social Content Designer

The Jane Goodall InstituteFeb 2020 - May 2020 • 4 mosProduced marketing materials for #ForeverWild & #Recycle4Chimps campaigns including promotional video that was selected to feature on National Geographic Nederlands’ social media during Earth Week 2020. Analyzed financial data from JGI chapter offices, and presented insights for Annual Global Internal Conference 2020.
G

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (CS 1315 - Intro to Computational Media)

Georgia Institute of TechnologyJan 2018 - Dec 2018 • 1 yrOptimized the assembly process of constructing a 5.4-meter antenna by identifying areas of high rework time. Facilitated improvements to the lab workflow by observing the production procedures of workers and collecting feedback to deduce inefficiencies. Coded an interactive UI site using HTML/CSS to create a visual blueprint of the lab with hover-over descriptions of each workstation along with documented instructions for updating information & code.
V

Interface Development Intern (Operations Lab)

Viasat Inc.May 2018 - Aug 2018 • 4 mosOptimized the assembly process of constructing a 5.4-meter antenna by identifying areas of high rework time. Facilitated improvements to the lab workflow by observing the production procedures of workers and collecting feedback to deduce inefficiencies. Coded website using HTML/CSS to create a visual blueprint of the lab with hover-over descriptions of each workstation along with documented instructions for updating information & code.
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Content Creator

Extern, INc.Freelancer
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Content Creator

Extern, Inc.Freelancer
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Content Creator

Extern, Inc.FreelancerCreating social media content through Tiktoks & Linkedin posts to boost Extern's presence

Education

R

Royal College of Art

Master of Arts - MA, Digital Direction (Emerging Technologies, Interactive Design, & Storytelling)2022 - 2023
G

Georgia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - BS, Industrial Engineering: International Plan with Spanish Language Proficiency (Honors)2016 - 2021
U

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Spanish & Industrial Engineering, Spanish & Industrial Engineering2019

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How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

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Freelance Creative Technologist & Video Editor | Multidisciplinary Designer & Storyteller | AI & Emerging Tech | Crafting Immersive Experiences Across Video, AR/XR & Intelligent Systems
I’m Nikita Raina - a creative technologist, digital storyteller, and musician blending branded content, immersive experiences, and emerging technology to craft stories people can truly feel. With a multidisciplinary background spanning industrial engineering at Georgia Tech and digital storytelling at the Royal College of Art, I bring a rare balance of analytical precision and artistic intuition to every project. My work spans branded video production for Coca-Cola, AR installations for Snapchat’s Spectacles, and internationally exhibited immersive projects like Paint a Raga - an interactive XR music tool bridging Indian and Western musical traditions, which I presented at the IRCAM Forum at the Pompidou Centre in Paris. Recently, I’ve also been collaborating with Mercor, training and refining AI models to better understand human context, emotion, and creativity. This hands-on AI work deepens my perspective on how intelligent systems can support - not replace - human creativity. Whether I’m transforming static training materials into engaging branded videos, designing immersive AR experiences, or working with AI to enhance creative workflows, my goal remains the same: to turn stories into immersive digital experiences that feel meaningful, human, and unforgettable. Always open to collaborating with agencies, brands, and teams building at the intersection of storytelling, design, and emerging technology.

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Similar Pangeans

Zeel Shukla

Creative Strategist & Product Designer | AI Enthusiast | UX Researcher | Strategic Storytelling | E-commerce & EdTech
Creative & Brand Strategy • 6 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

Yesha Shah

Creative Technologist | UX Designer Specialist
UX Design • User Research • Product Design • 4 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

Jeni Slone

Director of Strategic Marketing | Healthcare Marketing Leader | Brand Transformation | Digital Strategy | Thought Leadership | GTM Execution
Growth Marketing Management • 19 years of exp. • Nashville, TN, US

Danielle Calabrese

Multimedia Specialist | Content Creator | Video Editor | Graphic Designer | Social Media Manager | Copywriter
Social Media Marketing • Graphic Design • Content Marketing • 4 years of exp. • Danbury, CT, US

Top Talent like Nikita are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Nikita Raina

Creative & Brand Strategist
Video & Animation Designer
Social Media Marketing Specialist
New York, NY, US
Design
Augmented Reality
Content Creation
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Design
Creative Marketing
Final Cut Pro
YouTube
Video Editing
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Projects

National Geographic ~ Earth Week 2020 Promotional Video

The Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots & Shoots program is a story creatively told using snippets of Dr. Goodall’s 90 minute lecture in the Netherlands and perusing through hours of b-roll.

Coca-Cola x FIFA Branded Video Content

Corporate storytelling using video reels for BTS, internal event recaps, and conferences for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Edited using CapCut and Final Cut Pro X, repurposing FIFA footage on Instagram or existing footage owned by Coca-Cola. Incorporated client feedback to deliver tailored final content. Due to strict NDA legal requirements, most project samples cannot be shared online. Please reach out if you like to see more samples.

Snapchat Spectacles ~ Augmented Reality Experience

Collaborative AR research project with Snapchat.

Jane Goodall Institute Social Media Campaigns (Video +Graphics)

Social Media Infographics & Videos for Jane Goodall Institute Nederlands’ #ForeverWild and #Recycle4Chimps campaigns, as well as Gombe60 Anniversary during COVID-19 in 2020. Created marketing materials for Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube campaigns using Canva for graphic design and Final Cut Pro X for promotional video editing. Collaborated with JGI team member, Fien Lindelauff, on all graphic design assets displayed.

Work History

M

AI Model Trainer

Mercor IntelligenceContributing to the development and optimization of AI models through structured data annotation, content evaluation, and feedback on generative model performance.
K

Learning Experience Design Consultant

Know2Grow.comSpearheading the video development process and product design of corporate training content, improving customer needs understanding to elevate user engagement across leadership programs. Implementing accessibility-first strategies (i.e closed captioning) with AI tools (ex: TurboScribe) and identifying opportunities for UX enhancements to optimize the digital product for diverse professional learners.
F

Motion Designer & Video Editor

Force MajeureEdited high-impact corporate reels and branded video content for Coca-Cola’s internal communications, including storytelling for internal events and the FIFA Club World Cup. Delivered polished motion assets and short-form edits using Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, Canva, and Final Cut Pro X while maintaining strict brand guidelines.
F

Creative Technologist / Designer

Freelance (Self employed)Consult for brands to create promotional video content, AR experiences, graphics, and instructional design materials. Clients include Snapchat, Coca Cola, National Geographic, Jane Goodall Institute, Know2Grow, ITJB, & private clients.
S

Augmented Reality Experience Designer

Snap Inc.Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 • 8 mosWorked with a cross-functional team and research project focused on mental well-being, encouraging users to connect with nature through breathing exercises facilitated by AR wearable technology. Designed a 3D visually guided meditation with spatial audio and integrated AI hand-tracking technology using Snapchat’s Lens Studio, showcased on their unreleased AR glasses, the new generation Spectacles. Exhibited at the renowned Cromwell Place gallery and featured in the RCA x Snap Inc. Business Case Study. Engaged over 200 users during the exhibition, receiving highly positive feedback from Snapchat executives on the AR-guided meditation experience.
C

Experience Optimization Analyst

CVS HealthAug 2020 - May 2021 • 10 mosSaved $200K annually by reducing inventory levels exceeding the capacity of North Augusta Distribution Center. Reduced warehouse location utilization from 95% to an optimal 86% by reprofiling & altering ordering policy. Led a valuation team and conducted regression analysis using R programming to assess the total profit impact.
T

Social Content Designer

The Jane Goodall InstituteFeb 2020 - May 2020 • 4 mosProduced marketing materials for #ForeverWild & #Recycle4Chimps campaigns including promotional video that was selected to feature on National Geographic Nederlands’ social media during Earth Week 2020. Analyzed financial data from JGI chapter offices, and presented insights for Annual Global Internal Conference 2020.
G

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (CS 1315 - Intro to Computational Media)

Georgia Institute of TechnologyJan 2018 - Dec 2018 • 1 yrOptimized the assembly process of constructing a 5.4-meter antenna by identifying areas of high rework time. Facilitated improvements to the lab workflow by observing the production procedures of workers and collecting feedback to deduce inefficiencies. Coded an interactive UI site using HTML/CSS to create a visual blueprint of the lab with hover-over descriptions of each workstation along with documented instructions for updating information & code.
V

Interface Development Intern (Operations Lab)

Viasat Inc.May 2018 - Aug 2018 • 4 mosOptimized the assembly process of constructing a 5.4-meter antenna by identifying areas of high rework time. Facilitated improvements to the lab workflow by observing the production procedures of workers and collecting feedback to deduce inefficiencies. Coded website using HTML/CSS to create a visual blueprint of the lab with hover-over descriptions of each workstation along with documented instructions for updating information & code.
E

Content Creator

Extern, INc.Freelancer
E

Content Creator

Extern, Inc.Freelancer
E

Content Creator

Extern, Inc.FreelancerCreating social media content through Tiktoks & Linkedin posts to boost Extern's presence

Education

R

Royal College of Art

Master of Arts - MA, Digital Direction (Emerging Technologies, Interactive Design, & Storytelling)2022 - 2023
G

Georgia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - BS, Industrial Engineering: International Plan with Spanish Language Proficiency (Honors)2016 - 2021
U

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Spanish & Industrial Engineering, Spanish & Industrial Engineering2019

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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