Tanya Kar
About Tanya Kar
Tanya Kar is a Senior Visual Communication Designer currently working at IDEO in Chicago. She has a diverse background in design, having held various roles at organizations such as Savannah College of Art and Design, Deloitte, and Adobe, and is recognized for her innovative approach and commitment to inclusivity in design.
Work at IDEO
Tanya Kar currently holds the position of Senior Visual Communication Designer at IDEO, a role she has been in since 2022. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she contributes to various design projects that align with IDEO's mission of human-centered design. Her experience in visual communication enhances the team's ability to create impactful design solutions.
Previous Experience in Design
Before joining IDEO, Tanya Kar worked at several organizations in various design capacities. She served as a Graduate Mentor at Savannah College of Art and Design from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, she worked as a Graphic Designer at Opposite in 2019 and again from 2017 to 2018. Her early experience includes a Graphic Design Internship at Opposite from 2016 to 2017, and a role as a Brand Designer at Welly in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Tanya Kar has a solid educational background in design. She earned a Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design from Symbiosis Institute of Design, studying from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education with a Master of Arts in Graphic Design and Visual Experience from Savannah College of Art and Design, completing her studies in 2022. Additionally, she has a Master of Arts in Humanities from Modern High School for Girls, Kolkata.
Design Recognition and Contributions
Tanya's work has received recognition from several prestigious organizations, including Adobe, Behance, PRINT, Graphic Design USA, and Pentawards. Her contributions to the design field reflect her commitment to quality and innovation. She is also involved in mentoring emerging designers through her role at adplist.org, where she has been active since 2022.
Design Philosophy and Interests
Tanya Kar is passionate about creating inclusive and diverse environments that prioritize people. She aims to provide comfort and happiness through her design projects. As a self-taught 3D designer, she explores the three-dimensional world, experimenting with new techniques and embracing risks in her work.