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Detail-oriented with an eye on the future, Dr. Jitin Chadha, Founder & Director of IIAD (Indian Institute of Art & Design) and AND Academy, brings eighteen years of experience as an educational entrepreneur to the landscape of higher education in India.
Professor Usha Patel, an esteemed academic with over 30 years of experience, stands out as a distinguished scholar in her field. Her unwavering dedication lies in the advancement of art and design education, as she actively strives to bring these disciplines to the forefront.
An education management professional with over 25 years’ experience across the education sector Simrat specializes in start-up management for Design and Business Education including, but not limited to, strategic business planning, operations management, infrastructure planning and re-development, human capital management, corporate communication and outreach.
She has over 30 years of experience in teaching. She completed her PhD in Economics from Mumbai University and thereafter headed the Department of Economics at a college in Mumbai University. She went on to work as Dean PGDM with IILM-Management Institute at Lodhi Road.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of architecture and design, he also has over 30 years of experience as an academician. He graduated in 1982 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi. He went on to do a post-graduation as an Inlaks Scholar from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, U.S.A.) graduating in 1988 with a specialization in Design & Housing.
Committed to advancing design through a creative blend of business acumen and design education, Sakshi is a designer and an educator. She has over a decade of industry experience, ranging from publication design, animation, branding, and storytelling to design for social impact and education. Sakshi is a graduate in Visual Communication Design from the National Institute of Design with a Masters in Business Administration from ISB, including certification from INSEAD. She also holds a postgraduate certification in higher education from Pearl Academy.
Aarti Uberoi is a multi-disciplinary design practitioner with over two decades of experience as a consultant, academician and entrepreneur. An alumna of Massey University, New Zealand and NIFT, New Delhi. She also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) from Nottingham Trent University, UK.
A sculptor from Kolkata, Kishore Chakraborty has been a practicing artist for the last 27 years. He was a senior fellow in sculpture from the Ministry of Culture. He has participated in numerous exhibitions in India and abroad along with his national and international solo shows. Kishore is a founding faculty member at IIAD.
Sundeep Ramudamu is a creative professional with over two decades of experience in the apparel industry. He has led and created many successful design studios during his tenure, overcoming various challenges along the way.
Achint Jain is a visual Communication Designer specialising in film and video communication. He holds a B. Planning degree from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, and a postgraduate degree from the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad.
With over 16 years of extensive experience in education, Alka Gupta stands as a distinguished educator. She earned her Master's degree in Commerce from Hansraj College (DU), complemented by UGC-NET (Commerce) certification, B. Com. (Hons.) degree, Bachelor's in Education qualification, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practices.
Hiren Verma is a seasoned designer with 20 years of experience in Design, Product Management, Product Development, Merchandising and Styling.
Jinisha Jain is an accomplished architect specialising in conservation. She holds both a B.Arch and M.Arch in Architectural Conservation from the School of Planning and Architecture, where she was awarded the TJ Manickam Gold Medal in 2006. Her expertise encompasses architectural history, restoration, conservation management and cross-cultural urban synthesis.
Josh P. S is a young reputed contemporary artist. He secured a Bachelor’s Degree in Painting with distinction from College of Fine Arts Thiruvananthapuram, and a master’s degree from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. He has also received a Scholarship
Madhu Pandit is the Associate Professor in the Interior Architecture and Design Department at the Indian Institute of Art & Design.
Pankaj Narain is a Furniture Design Alumnus from National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. He holds a post graduate certification in teaching and learning in higher education from Kingston University, UK and has a teaching experience of over 14 years at various design institutes in the country. He has also completed a certification programme in Wood Seasoning from The Forest Research Institute, Dehradun. Currently, he teaches at Indian Institute of Art and Design. In the past he has taught at Pearl Academy of Fashion, NID - Kurukshetra, IILM - Gurgaon etc. to name a few and has been an External Jury member for Product and Furniture Design at a number of renowned National Institutes.
Named Vice President and Managing Director in August 2011, Nikhil Arora is responsible for charting Intuit’s strategy in India. He has over 20 years’ of global experience in corporate strategy, international operations, marketing, and finance in India, Russia, Central Asia, Eastern Europe and the United States.
Leena is the curator of Couture Fashion Label Ashima - Leena, a brand known globally for it's dedication to traditional Indians Craftsmanship along with it's modern, versatile style and sensibilities. She is one of the founding members of the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), and served as its governing board member for six years.
Shiva Viswanathan is a seasoned Communication Designer from the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. He brings over three decades of true market experience in design. As an independent consultant for businesses, he specialises in Product definition, Brand strategy, and User Experience Design.
Vaibhav is an animation filmmaker who has been recognised with an International Emmy nomination. In 2003, he established Vaibhav Studios, which has become known for producing some of India's most popular animated content, including TV commercials, episodic series and channel promos.
Annie Napolean is a seasoned creative director with over a decade of experience in design and advertising. Currently at McCann Worldgroup, she leads creative teams and manages design-driven projects for high-profile clients
Rajesh Dahiya is a brand consultant and design educator based in New Delhi. He studied graphic design at the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, and attended the masters program in interaction design at the Interaction Design Institute, Ivrea, Italy.
Prof. Ashok B. Lall, a pioneer in sustainable architecture, founded Ashok B. Lall Architects in 1980, reshaping India’s built environment with designs prioritising resource efficiency and environmental responsibility. Educated at the University of Cambridge and the Architectural Association in London, his academic foundation propelled a career influencing urban landscapes across the nation.
Raised in Guwahati, Assam, Reetika Singh is an Interior Architecture and Design student at IIAD. She is enthusiastic and passionate about creating experimental and human-centric spaces. Reetika has also been commended by the Department of State and the Indian Embassy for her 100+ hours of community service.
Raised in Delhi, Yashika Baid is an aspiring Interior Architecture and Design student currently in the foundation year at IIAD. She has always looked up to her parents and wants to be a force for good in the world. She has an artistic spirit and enjoys working hard.
Delhi-based Rishita Bobal is a Fashion Communication Design student at IIAD who is highly ambitious, aspiring to excel in the field of creative direction and styling. With a friendly and approachable attitude, she has gained valuable experience through multiple styling internships, showcasing her dedication to the industry.
Raised in Kanpur, Avantika Tripathi now finds her creative calling in the realm of Fashion Communication at IIAD. Her dynamic portfolio spans numerous successful collaborations and achievements in styling, music, makeup, and more. Avantika is celebrated not only for her amiable and approachable nature but also for her exceptional talents in management, organisation, and creativity, all of which she passionately infuses into her work.
Raised in Delhi, Vrinda Gulati is a foundation year student at IIAD who will be pursuing Communication Design at IIAD. She is a hard-working and self-driven individual who isn’t afraid to face a challenge, with a great interest in sketching and event management.
Gauri Kashyap is a foundation year student who will be pursuing Interior Architecture and Design at IIAD. Thriving on meaningful interactions, she is on a quest to expand her network with each passing day, eager to learn and grow in her creative pursuits.
Deva Chandhana is a Fashion Design student at IIAD. His journey is marked by a profound commitment to self-expression and an abiding love for the art of clothing and design. He has also worked as a stylist for a photographer. Deva is on a mission to bring his innovative ideas to life and let his unique style resonate in every endeavour, making him a promising force in the world of fashion.
At IIAD, we have built an open environment infused with creativity, a spirit of inquiry and a space to evolve and grow. Our endeavour is to attract the best talent and grow as a premier design education institution relevant for the times. We work relentlessly towards this goal and so far our journey has been rewarding.
We welcome people who have an appetite for learning and innate curiosity. We look for attentiveness, empathy and quality in our people. At heart, we are collaborators. We seek enthusiastic people who will contribute to the IIAD culture of working together while excelling individually.
Write to us at hr@iiad.edu.in, if you wish to be part of this exciting adventure
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