Sheji Kazmi

About Me

A Cancerian by birth – inherited quality for detailing. Loves music and travelling. A fun-loving and jolly guy. Aggressive team leader and at the same time; a wholehearted team player. Adaptable, adjustable, and disciplined; I am a graduate of Fine Arts (Design) from the Central Institute of Arts & Crafts (CIAC), Karachi, with distinction. A past member of the creative team at Interflow/Ogilvy and Mather, Paragon, and IAL.

A rock-solid right-full Back of my team, when I used to play first-class Hockey for Karachi Police Juniors Team at Police Head Quarters, Karachi. Also excelled in Cricket for my college team, Table Tennis, and Badminton. Widely traveled and still love to get ready for traveling and explorations at any time, with my camera backpack.

I am an IMAGINEER, who carries loads of experience in heading creative teams for leading Ad Agencies, with a rich background of working with national and multi-national clients in the corporate sector and as a consultant in the Government sector – trained several art students, associates, and young executives from advertising world in design, visuals, production, copy, and client service. Have also been a visiting lecturer for many institutes.

A born artist by nature with the ‘defaults’ of audio-visuals, I have experienced and carried out quite several art forms like Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Sketching with Pen & Ink, Pencil, and Charcoal.

I enjoy and understand music. Passionate for photography. Frames, lighting, compositions, and takes are the instincts when it comes to cinematography and multimedia.

When it comes to Computer Graphics, I know how to tame my RAM-HUNGRY beasts. Since I am also skilled at manual talent, it is a matter of moments for me to convert my thoughts and visuals on paper or else on a computer screen. 

A thorough and creative advertising professional. Equally talented at manual skills and computer proficiency. An excellent Brand Developer, Strategic Planning Specialist, Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Photographer, DOP, Film Maker, Corporate Identity Expert, Set Design Concepts, Monument Design Concepts, Painter and Content Writer and Voice Over Artist for URDU language.

  • Brand and Marketing Consultant: Zariyan Foods (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • Brand and Marketing Consultant: Tawa Tandoor Restaurant
  • Executive Director Strategic Planning and Design: Monthly Bulletin Ingredients International Food Magazine
  • Senior Consultant: Concept Design and Print, Tampa, USA.
  • Chief Communications Officer: Benazir Income Support Program (Govt. of Pakistan)
  • Consultant: Creative Services, Design Strategist
  • Founder: S&S Communications (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • Founder: Identity, The Communication Services (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • Founder Member: Interflow Communications (Pvt.) Ltd.
  • Paragon Advertising
  • International Advertising Ltd.
  • Illustration Division at National Book Foundation
  • 1971: Fuji Award for Modern Miniature
  • 1974: Best Poster Design for an international exhibition in Poland, published in the famous ‘GRAPHIS POSTERS’ Switzerland. (Collection of World’s Best Posters)
  • 1985: Best Multimedia Campaign for Forte Tiles
  • Published in “ART DIRECTORS’ INDEX-11” the renowned publication of visual arts from the USA
  • 1987: Best Calendars for ENGRO, KODAK and EXIDE Batteries. Received 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Prize
  • 1988: Best Visual Designs for Bata and Grindlays Modaraba by PAA
  • Introduced Spot Color Halftone for Print Ads in the history of advertising in Pakistan. Prior to that, only line-art was used for this purpose.
  • Member Syllabus Committee, Indus Velley School of Arts.
  • “Shagird-1970” A Group Show organized by the students of the late Syed Ali Imam at Indus Gallery, March 2007.
  • “MIND FRAMES” Solo Exhibition of Photographs sponsored by the Daily DAWN at DAWN LIFESTYLE, February 2008.
  • Designed 20 Wall Calendars in a row for Master MoltyFoam.
  • Designed 24 Table Calendars in a row for Systek Pvt. Ltd.
  • Jury Member to asses Best Creative Work 2015 for Pakistan Advertisers Association.

My Mission

Innovative Timeless Brand Legacies

My mission is to transform visionary ideas into powerful, enduring brands that resonate with purpose and creativity. Through a blend of strategic thinking, artistic expertise, and over 26 years of experience, I aim to craft identities that not only capture attention but leave a lasting impact. My commitment is to deliver innovative solutions that elevate businesses, inspire audiences, and create timeless brand legacies.

Testimonials

Sheji Kazmi is the best in the field of advertising. Such a person with a variety of skills is rare. Moreover, he is a noble gentleman - always eager to help out humanity and giving personalized services.
Shaikh Mohammad Iqbal,
General Manager, Balochistan Wheels Ltd.
I know Sheji Kazmi as an entrepreneur and creative director. As an entrepreneur he believes in building lasting relationships with clients, and advertising that makes it go "ka-ching". As a creative director, his work has a certain new-ness to it, which shows he is aware of changing trends and receptive toward evolution.
Ibrahim Chotani
Digital Strategist
Mr. Kazmi is a legend; he has been an inspirational institution for me. He can envision and emancipate, like a smooth sail of a hot knife slicing butter.
Shahid Ali Khan
Entrepreneur
Well qualified, creative, smart, cultured and a family gentleman.
Nasim Raza
Director, Innovative Business & Social Research (Pvt) Ltd,
I was impressed with your ability to create a brand identity through many different media and cultures – everything from print advertising and packaging to airplanes! From Asia to the US! That’s quite a span of talent in so many areas. Sheji, your talent is a joy!
Valli Keller
CEO, Moments Count
Working with Sheji was an extreme pleasure. He is equally creative in print and as well as audio-visual. A keen photographer, his photography directly reflects his creative eye. His work on Canderel was so good that the design was incorporated worldwide. I would highly recommend Sheji to anyone looking for a creative solution from a basic brochure to a complete corporate identity.
Nadeem Ansari,
Digital Strategist, DoLocal
Highly recommend Sheji! Incredibly talented in Graphic design, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Brand and Marketing consultant, Art and photography. A rare combination of best visual, written as well as oral communication skills.
Sarfaraz Zaidi,
IT Analyst

Let’s take your Brand to New Heights.