“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
— Peter Drucker (attributed)

My name is Shakeel, I’m a strategic brand designer specializing in identity design, typography, and systems thinking. I approach projects systematically by understanding the brief, audience, and constraints to create brands that work seamlessly across every touchpoint.

During my graduate studies at ArtCenter College of Design I designed four typefaces, which gave me a deep appreciation for the power of typography across media types. Designing fonts requires rigorous refinement over minute details, I bring this same attention to craft through form, layout, typesetting, and print production.

At Splunk, I was known as “the glue” for my ability to coordinate across teams and translate complex ideas for different audiences from technical to non-technical, from interns to vice presidents. Many of these projects were demonstrated on stage at technology conferences and used by several Fortune 500 companies.

Available for freelance or full-time opportunities on-site in Los Angeles or remote.

Please reach out by , LinkedIn, or Instagram.

View my résumé here.

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I’m inspired by

1. Underdogs
2. Walking
3. Conversations
4. Music
5. Warmth

Reminders to myself

1. Focus intensely, rest completely.
2. Take more (design) risks.
3. Explore more ideas than required.
4. Design is a spiritual practice.
5. When in doubt, talk it out.

Community Building
I have dedicated the past four years to involving myself in design communities, sharing my experiences with others, and building towards design leadership experience. Over this time I’m grateful to have met several designers who have inspired me throughout my career.