Ryan Harricharan

I'm not just a versatile designer, I'm a visual storyteller with a passion for creating compelling brand identities. With over 20+ successful collaborations with companies nationwide, I know how to deliver results. My love for psychology and design drives my passion for crafting captivating visual narratives that resonate with audiences. When I'm not immersed in design, you can find me exploring in nature with my furry companion, soaking up the sun with my beautiful family, or indulging in my other passion: cooking up a storm in the kitchen.

Projects

JourneyJoy - Branding, Web Design, and more

Creating an identity that reflected their commitment to making travel planning easy and stress-free for their customers. I aimed to create a personalized and innovative design that would stand out in a crowded market and help establish JourneyJoy as a trustworthy and reliable travel partner.See More

Aston Construction - Branding, Web Design, and more

Creating a bold and unforgettable brand identity for Aston that reflects their warm, playful, and professional environment, and to design a modern and engaging website and print materials that tie everything together seamlessly.See More

Paradox - Branding, Web Design, and more

Creating a visual identity that reflected the brand's commitment to natural and effective skincare solutions. I aimed to create a design that would appeal to the brand's target audience of sophisticated and health-conscious individuals, while also emphasizing the brand's unique selling proposition of using high-quality, natural ingredients.See More

Lukes Coffee Shop - Branding, Web Design, and more

When I took on the branding project for Luke's coffee shop, my mission was to create a visual identity that truly captured the essence of the brand. Luke's is not just another coffee shop - it's a community hub where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to enjoy great coffee, share stories, and build connections. My goal was to design a brand identity that reflected Luke's unique personality and values, while also standing out in a crowded market.See More

Work History

Founder/CEO

Lumina® StudioOn a mission to develop innovative design solutions for startups around the globe.

UX Designer

One (Our Next Energy)Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 • 3 mos- Working within a collaborative fast paced environment to produce brand assets for both web and print design. - Developed Email Templates utilizing Figma and brand guidelines. - Managed Content Assets for One’s Website. - Developed an in-house signage system throughout one’s development and corporate operations.

Lead Designer

Lets Tap IN- Successfully refreshed and modernized existing brand assets to match the new age party/bar-scene environment. - Developed a creative brand identity and strategy that set the brand apart from competitors. - Collaborated closely with the marketing team to create cohesive and impactful marketing assets, including posters and social media content. - Acted as a strategic partner, offering creative input and solutions to enhance the brand's overall presence.

Lead UX/UI Designer

NAACJan 2023 - Mar 2023 • 3 mos- Spearheaded the design strategy for a 50+ page website, collaborating with cross-functional teams of designers and developers to deliver a highly satisfying user experience. - Conducted user research and testing to gather insights, ensuring that the website design met user needs and expectations. - Oversaw the website's front-end development process, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and guidelines, to ensure accessibility and usability. - Developed and maintained effective design and style guides, facilitating consistency across the website, while ensuring a high level of accuracy in implementation.

Freelance Designer

RHDESIGN (Self-Employed)- The Established successful partnerships with over 30 companies and startups globally to provide strategic design services. - Developed brands with engaging brand & visual identities and user experiences that cultivate customer loyalty and relationships. - Produced intuitive digital products that prioritize user engagement and friendliness. - Demonstrated expertise in delivering high-quality design work under tight deadlines and adapting to ever-changing project requirements.

Freelance Graphic Designer

FiverrJan 2017 - Mar 2023 • 6 yrs 3 mos- Produced high-quality marketing materials including flyers, brochures, and business cards for various startup brands - Designed branded social media content such as Facebook and Instagram ads - Developed unique logos and customized branding assets that aligned with client vision and brand identity - Collaborated closely with clients to ensure their satisfaction with the design process and elevated their overall experience with exceptional customer service.

Freelance Brand Designer

FiverrJan 2019 - Jul 2021 • 2 yrs 7 mos- Specialized in developing branding and web design strategies while working on Upwork platform - Consistently improved client outreach through creative design solutions - Established a strong online presence by building brand and networking with clients from diverse locations - Collaborated with other designers to assist in project completion and enhance team communication

Education

Full Sail University

Bachelor's Degree, Graphic DesignSep 2022 - Present

Bel Air High School

High School Diploma, Business Management & MarektingAug 2017 - May 2021

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