Gayatheri Muthumurali

Spatial Design | Visual Design & Storytelling | Product Styling

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

About

Experience

  • Event Production Intern at Vizha Medai
    Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 · 3 mos

    • Assisted in sourcing materials, fabrics, decor elements, and props required for event design and installations. • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to track availability, quotations, and production timelines for event deliverables. • Maintained and updated vendor databases and inventory lists to support efficient production planning. • Organized and managed internal drive folders, including documentation and photo archives used for social media and marketing. • Supported the design and production team in preparing vector files, layouts, and assets required for fabrication and execution. • Conducted visual and material research to support event themes, styling, and spatial concepts. • Assisted with production planning, task tracking, and coordination across design and execution teams. • Supported post-handover event oversight to ensure smooth functioning and resolve on-site requirements after client takeover

  • Aabhikalpa Studio (Cuttack, Odisha, India · On-site)
    • Junior Product Designer
      Jun 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

      • Styled and shot product photos and videos for social media, e-commerce, and exhibitions. • Created Instagram reels and short-form visual content to increase brand visibility. • Designed catalogs, product cards, and promotional graphics (Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva). • Coordinated with artisans, vendors, and clients to ensure smooth production timelines. • Managed quality checks, inventory, packaging, and finishing processes. • Contributed to booth styling and exhibition setup during craft fairs. • Conducted trend and material research to support new product ideas.

    • Product Design Intern
      Jan 2024 - May 2024 · 5 mos

      • Designed a collection of handcrafted lighting products by integrating Pattachitra art with modern functionality, focusing on market readiness and production feasibility. • Developed a series of learning aids for children with ASD, based on behavioural research, sensory needs, and user-testing feedback. • Conducted field research, problem framing, trend study, and concept development for both product categories. • Created sketches, prototypes, and iterative refinements using wood and artisan-crafted components. • Collaborated closely with Pattachitra artists and carpenters to translate concepts into manufacturable forms. • Performed user testing with children, documented outcomes, and refined products for improved usability and safety. • Produced visual documentation, photos, and short-form videos to present process, prototypes, and final outcomes. • Gained hands-on experience in craft-based design, material exploration, and human-centered design methods.

  • UGC Creator at Bubblez Cosmetics
    Apr 2025 - Apr 2025 · 1 mo

    • Collaborated with the brand on a barter basis to create a promotional product video. • Conceptualised the idea, acted in the video, shot the footage, and edited the final reel. • The video achieved 305K+ views and 2.8K+ likes, generating high engagement for the brand. • Managed end-to-end production — scripting, styling, filming, performance, editing, and delivery. • Strengthened skills in content creation, storytelling, and visual branding for social media. • Enhanced understanding of social-media trends, brand communication, and aesthetic storytelling.

  • New Product Development Intern at Featherlite
    Jun 2022 - Jul 2022 · 2 mos

    • Assisted the New Product Development team for commercial and educational furniture systems. • Conducted competitor research and documented product specifications, pricing, and features into structured Excel sheets for comparison and analysis. •Updated design research related to workspace ergonomics and material exploration. • Gained exposure to large-scale furniture production and industry-standard documentation.