# Sharmila Akula

> Product and Visual Designer @Microsoft

Location: Bellevue, Washington, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/sharmilaakula

Visual and Motion Designer| Illustrator | MA Motion Media Graduate 

I'm a Motion Designer with a profound love for exploring new art styles and staying inspired by evolving design trends. My educational background includes a Master's degree in Motion Media from the Savannah College of Art and Design, where I honed my skills and deepened my understanding of the dynamic world of motion design.

Throughout my career, I have donned various hats, embracing roles such as Animator, Art Director, Illustrator, Product Designer, Video Editor, Visual Designer, and UI Designer. As a generalist, I thrive on versatility and enjoy bringing my expertise to diverse projects. 

My passion lies in creating captivating visual experiences that engage and enthrall audiences. I combine my technical skills with a keen eye for aesthetics to craft compelling motion graphics, animations, and immersive multimedia experiences. 

If you're seeking a creative professional who can adapt to changing demands, collaborate seamlessly, and bring innovative ideas to the table, I'd love to connect with you! Let's explore how we can create remarkable visual journeys together.

## Work Experience
### Product & Visual Designer @ Microsoft
Jan 2020 – Present | Seattle, Washington, United States

### Motion Graphic Designer onsite Google @ Hook
Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | San Francisco, California, United States

### Motion Graphic Designer @ Viscira
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | San Francisco

### Motion Graphic Designer @ Aligned Media
Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | St Louis, Missouri, United States

### Social Media Producer @ Savannah College of Art and Design
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Savannah, Georgia Area
Responsible for creating posters and videos on various events and updates happening at SCAD University and posting them on Social Media like Facebook and Twitter.

### Graduate Mentor @ Savannah College of Art and Design
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Savannah, Georgia Area
Responsible for providing direction and advice on goal setting by teaching specific success strategies, like time management, to help students achieve academic success. I help students maintain a balanced and positive university experience through a coordinated team approach to the educational process.

### Graphics and Motion Designer @ Eflair Webtech
Jan 2013 – Jan 2015 | India
I have work experience of 2 years as a Graphic Designer and Motion Graphics artist


## Education
### Masters (M.A.) in Motion Media
Savannah College of Art and Design
Jan 2015 – Jan 2017

### Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Computer Science Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
Jan 2009 – Jan 2013


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/akulasharmila
- Behance: https://www.behance.net/SharmilaAkula

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Last updated: 2026-03-30