ADILA WAHDAT
graphic designer
Hi, I’m Adila, a designer, photographer, artist, and a boundary-breaker.
My life's unique journey has deeply influenced both who I am and my design approach. Born in Afghanistan, raised in Pakistan, and educated in India, I made my way to the United States in 2014 to chase my dream of becoming an exceptional designer. Now, as a fully eligible professional in the US, I'm ready to bring my international perspective to your creative projects.
I earned my Bachelor's degree in digital media back in 2018. Later, in 2022, I completed a rewarding two-year program at the Portfolio Center, based in Atlanta as part of the Miami Ad School.
My creative work spans various realms—motion graphics, digital brand campaigns, package and logo design, print projects, and photography. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and InDesign, with a basic grasp of Figma, I'm not just about tools. I thrive on clear communication and collaborating enthusiastically within teams.
Working alongside fellow creatives to brainstorm fresh ideas that allow clients to share their brand stories is what truly excites me. Let's create together!
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
GoHealth Urgent Care
Freelance Art Director
June 2023 - present
The Women's Impact Alliance (Formerly The Coaching Fellowship)
Freelance Graphic Designer
2022 - present
VidMob
Freelance Graphic Designer
Mar - Aug 2022
BBDO Atlanta
Creative Intern
Oct - Dec 2021
Future Brilliance
The Coaching Fellowship
Evolve Shepherdstown
Freelance Designer
2019 - 2022
MMB
Design Intern
June - Sept 2019
Sq1
Creative Intern
June - Sept 2018
Eastern Mennonite University (EMU)
Photographer
2014 - 2018
Dressbarn Brand
Brand Marketing Intern
June - Sept 2016
Miami Ad School (Portfolio Center)
Graphic Design, Graduate Studies
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
Eastern Mennonite University (EMU)
Bachelor in Digital Media
2014 - 2018
Big Aims
Diploma in Animation and Filmmaking
2012 - 2013
SKILLS
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Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premier, After Effects)
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Video editing
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Motion graphics
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Digital photography and studio photography
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Jewelry design
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Fluent in English, Farsi/Dari and Urdu
AWARD & HONORS
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Won ADDY awards, February 2022
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Awarded a full scholarship for the Leadership on the Edge Program - a sustainability leadership expedition to Antarctica with explorer Robert Swan. Became the first Afghan to travel to the Antarctic. (Spring 2016)
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