01 //
Visual Storytelling & Hierarchy
Structuring every composition—from 16:9 YouTube thumbnails to brand identity systems—around an unmistakable focal point, deliberate contrast, and emotional resonance.
00 // VISUAL STORYTELLER & DESIGNER
DANIYAL YOUNAS — Graphic Designer & UI/UX Designer
Turning raw ideas into unforgettable visual identities.
Graphic Designer with 3+ years of experience in social media design, brand identity, marketing collateral, YouTube thumbnails, and UI/UX design—turning concepts into engaging visuals with strong attention to detail and timely delivery.
Currently Graphic Designer at Trent Tech Digital · Available Worldwide
3+YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Freelance & Agency (2023–Present)50+PROJECTS DELIVERED
Branding, Social, Print & Thumbnails1,071TIKTOK FOLLOWERS
@shk_daniyal Creative Community15.4KTIKTOK LIKES
@shk_daniyal Content EngagementBRAND IDENTITY & LOGOSSOCIAL MEDIA DESIGNYOUTUBE THUMBNAILSUI/UX DESIGNPRINT & MARKETING MATERIALSSHORT-FORM REELSGOOGLE MY BUSINESS SETUP
01 — ABOUT // THE PERSON BEHIND THE WORKORIGIN, PERSPECTIVE & CREATIVE DIRECTION
DESIGN IS THE STARTING POINT. Brand impact IS THE POINT.
LAT 31.5204° N // LON 74.3587° E // LHR, PK
FIG. 01SHEIKH DANIYAL // IDENTITY & VISUAL SYSTEMS
IDENTITY DOSSIER // VERIFIED PROFILEACTIVE
- FULL NAME
- Daniyal Younas
- CREATIVE ALIAS
- Sheikh Daniyal (شیخ DANIYAL)
- BASE LOCATION
- Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
- CURRENT AGENCY
- Trent Tech Digital (2025–Present)
- EXPERIENCE TENURE
- 3+ Years (2023–Present)
- LANGUAGES
- Urdu · English · Punjabi
01.A // THE CREATIVE MIND & PERSPECTIVE
Known across creative channels as Sheikh Daniyal, Daniyal Younas is a Lahore-based Graphic Designer, Visual Storyteller, and UI/UX Designer with 3+ years of experience turning raw concepts into high-impact visual identities, social campaigns, and digital interfaces.
Every design brief begins with a practical communication challenge: how to capture attention in a crowded feed, communicate value with immediate clarity, and leave a lasting visual impression. Whether constructing a custom vector mark in Adobe Illustrator, compositing a high-CTR YouTube thumbnail in Photoshop, or structuring a modern UI/UX layout, his approach balances bold typographic hierarchy with commercial purpose.
Since beginning his independent freelance practice in 2023 and delivering 50+ commercial projects across branding, print collateral, and creator channels, Daniyal has grown into an agency Graphic Designer role at Trent Tech Digital. Beyond visual design, he helps local and growing businesses establish stronger digital discovery through Google My Business (GMB) profile creation and QR review systems.
“Good design is not just how it looks, but how it makes a brand remembered.”
DESIGN PRINCIPLES // APPROACH TO PROBLEM SOLVING
02 //
Precision Across Mediums
Combining Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canva Pro, and GIMP with AI-assisted workflows to deliver crisp print-ready and screen-optimized assets on schedule.
03 //
Commercial Brand Growth
Aligning design execution with real business outcomes across social media ads, short-form reels visuals, UI/UX interfaces, and Google My Business optimization.
01.B // CAREER PROGRESSION
EXPERIENCE TIMELINE
Three years of commercial craft, agency mentorship, and client delivery.
Verified career milestones spanning full-time agency design at Trent Tech Digital, recognized internship training, and independent client commissions.
ACTIVE STAGE // 01 OF 0333%
- 2025 – PRESENTCURRENT POSITION01 //2025 – PRESENTCURRENT POSITION
Graphic Designer
Trent Tech Digital@trenttechdigitalLahore, Pakistan · Agency RoleCreates engaging designs for social media campaigns, brand identity systems, and digital marketing collateral while meeting client objectives and agency production standards.
Social Media DesignBrand IdentityDigital Marketing VisualsAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorCanva Pro- Designs scroll-stopping social media posts, promotional ad creatives, and campaign graphics tailored to client brand guidelines.
- Develops custom logos, brand identity assets, and marketing collateral across digital and print channels.
- Collaborates closely with agency leadership and marketing teams to ensure timely, high-precision visual delivery.
- 2025CERTIFIED MILESTONE02 //2025CERTIFIED MILESTONE
Graphic Designing Internship
Trent Tech Digital@trenttechdigitalLahore, Pakistan · Agency ApprenticeshipSuccessfully completed the Graphic Designing Internship at Trent Tech Digital. Awarded an official Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of creativity, dedication, and professional growth.
Graphic DesigningCreative DirectionAgency WorkflowCommercial LayoutBrand Collateral- Formally endorsed by Abdul Rehman Butt (CEO, Trent Tech Digital) and Aurangzeb (Mentor) on the official Certificate of Appreciation.
- Honed production speed, typographic discipline, and commercial layout standards within a fast-paced digital agency environment.
- Directly transitioned from internship completion into the Graphic Designer role at Trent Tech Digital.
- 2023 – 2025INDEPENDENT PRACTICE03 //2023 – 2025INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
Freelance Graphic Designer
Independent Client Practice (Sheikh Daniyal)@sheikhdaniyal.meLahore, Pakistan · Local & Worldwide RemoteProvided professional end-to-end graphic design services across brand identities, social media posters, high-CTR YouTube thumbnails, and print materials—managing client projects and delivering 50+ commercial deliverables on time.
Logo & Brand SystemsYouTube ThumbnailsPrint & BannersUI/UX DesignGoogle My BusinessProject ManagementClient Communication- Delivered 50+ projects across custom logos (Upgrowtix, Buff Shine, D2D, Kay Bakers), YouTube thumbnails, promotional ads, and retail print banners.
- Built specialized expertise in high-converting 16:9 YouTube thumbnails for gaming, podcast, AI, and finance creators.
- Provided Google My Business (GMB) profile creation and QR review standee ecosystems to help local businesses grow visibility.
- Managed client communication, project timelines, and iterative feedback from initial brief to final file handoff.
01.C // VERIFIED RECOGNITION & ACADEMIC RECORD
CREDENTIALS & ARTIFACTS
Documented recognition and foundational qualifications.
VERIFIED ARTIFACT // 01
OFFICIAL ARCHIVE // 1280×904
ISSUED BY: TRENT TECH DIGITAL
VERIFIED ARTIFACT // 012025
Certificate of Appreciation — Graphic Designing Internship
Issued by Trent Tech Digital · Presented to Daniyal Younas
VERBATIM CERTIFICATE CITATION //“This certificate is proudly presented to Daniyal Younas for successfully completing the Graphic Designing Internship at Trent Tech Digital, in recognition of his creativity, dedication, and professional growth.”
OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENTS & SIGNATORIES
Abdul Rehman ButtCEO (Trent Tech Digital)
AurangzebMentor (Trent Tech Digital)
- Official agency seal & TRENT TECH DIGITAL stamp
- Awarded for creativity, dedication & professional growth
- Dual executive endorsement by CEO & Mentor
ADDITIONAL VERIFIED QUALIFICATIONS & ACADEMIC FOUNDATION
CREDENTIAL // 02COMPLETED AUGUST 2026
PROFESSIONAL COURSE & CERTIFICATIONAI For Business Professionals
Professional Workflow Certification
Completed in August 2026. Focused on integrating modern AI-assisted ideation, prompt-driven visual workflows, and business productivity systems into commercial graphic design and client delivery.
AI-Assisted Design WorkflowsRapid Concept IdeationBusiness Productivity Systems
CREDENTIAL // 032020 – 2022
SECONDARY EDUCATIONMatriculation (Secondary School Certificate)
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE), Lahore
Completed secondary academic qualification through BISE Lahore (2020–2022) in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan prior to launching independent graphic design practice in 2023.
BISE Lahore BoardSecondary Education (2020–2022)Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
01.D // CREATIVE ARSENAL & CAPABILITIES
THE CREATIVE ARSENAL
Software instruments, core disciplines, and workflow systems.
An architectural overview of the design tools, commercial disciplines, and project management workflows powering Daniyal's studio output.
ZONE 01 //
SOFTWARE INSTRUMENTS & PRODUCTION STACK
CLICK AN INSTRUMENT TO HIGHLIGHT CONNECTED DISCIPLINESPs
CORE DAILY DRIVER
RASTER & COMPOSITING ENGINE
Adobe Photoshop
Primary environment for high-impact visual manipulation, subject cutouts, atmospheric rim lighting, poster typography layering, and 16:9 YouTube thumbnail engineering.
- High-CTR YouTube Thumbnails
- Social Media Ad Posters
- Photo Retouching & Lighting
- Composite Manipulation
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CORE DAILY DRIVER
VECTOR & IDENTITY ARCHITECTURE
Adobe Illustrator
Precision vector studio for custom logo marks, emblems, geometric monograms, typography pathing, and large-format print collateral pre-press.
- Brand Logos & Emblems
- Vector Monograms
- Print Banners & Flyers
- Business Cards & Signage
Cv
90% CV FOCUS
CAMPAIGN & LAYOUT SYSTEMS
Canva Pro
High-velocity layout and campaign production system for multi-format social media suites, short-form reels visuals, and client-ready marketing templates.
- Social Media Content Suites
- Reels & Short-Form Visuals
- Promotional Carousels
- Client-Editable Systems
Gm+
INTEGRATED WORKFLOW
OPEN-SOURCE RASTER & AI IDEATION
GIMP & AI Workflows
Supplemental open-source raster manipulation paired with modern AI-assisted ideation workflows (AI For Business Professionals, 2026) for rapid concept exploration.
- Open-Source Raster Editing
- AI-Assisted Concept Generation
- Asset Format Optimization
- Workflow Automation
ZONE 02 //
SEVEN CORE COMMERCIAL DESIGN DISCIPLINES
VERIFIED CLIENT DELIVERABLES & CAPABILITIES01IDENTITY SYSTEMS
AiPs
Brand Identity & Logo Design
Complete brand identity creation including custom vector logos, automotive and retail emblems, 3D glass/apparel mockups, and cohesive visual standards.
0290% CV FOCUS
PsCvAi
Social Media Creatives
Scroll-stopping social media posts, branded grid campaigns, and visual storytelling graphics engineered for engagement across Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
03CONVERSION VISUALS
PsAiGm+
Advertising & Promotional Creatives
High-contrast commercial ad posters and promotional graphics structured around clear value propositions, urgency cues, and call-to-action hierarchy.
04HIGH-CTR 16:9
PsCvGm+
YouTube Thumbnail Design
Custom 1600×900 YouTube thumbnails built with depth-layered typography, expressive subject lighting, and visual intrigue for podcasts, gaming, AI, and finance channels.
05DIGITAL INTERFACES
UI/UXCvPsGm+
UI/UX Design
Modern web and mobile interface designs focused on clean visual hierarchy, dark and light surface balance, legibility, and intuitive user journeys.
06PHYSICAL & WIDE-FORMAT
AiPs
Print & Marketing Materials
Print-ready business cards, promotional flyers, wide-format retail flex banners, and in-store QR standees crafted with crisp typographic legibility.
07GROWTH ECOSYSTEM
CvPsGMB
Reels Content & Google Business Profiles
Engaging short-form vertical visual content (1,071+ TikTok followers, 15.4K+ likes) alongside Google My Business (GMB) profile creation and local review ecosystems.
ZONE 03 //
WORKFLOW COMPETENCIES & VISUAL IDENTITY REFERENCE
CV WORKFLOW FOCUS & PERSONAL BRAND ACCENT SYSTEMPROFESSIONAL & CLIENT WORKFLOW FOCUSSELF-ASSESSED CV EMPHASIS
Social Media Posts ExecutionPRIMARY COMMERCIAL OUTPUT
90% CV FOCUSSelf-assessed CV focus reflecting high-volume delivery of social media posts, promotional posters, and brand campaign visuals.
Project Management & DeliveryEND-TO-END BRIEF OWNERSHIP
85% CV FOCUSSelf-assessed CV focus covering brief scoping, revision cycles, multi-asset coordination, and reliable on-time delivery.
Client CommunicationTRILINGUAL COLLABORATION
80% CV FOCUSSelf-assessed CV focus in clear, responsive client alignment across Urdu, English, and Punjabi.
IDENTITY & ACCENT STYLING REFERENCE // SHEIKH DANIYAL
02 — WORK // THE VISUAL EXHIBITIONCURATED PORTFOLIO ARCHIVE (2023–2026)
27VERIFIED WORKS
04CORE CATEGORIES
04CASE CLUSTERS
SELECTED WORKS
Designed to stand out. Engineered for brand recall.
A curated exhibition of 27 authentic commercial and studio works spanning Brand Identity & Logos, Wide-Format Print Collateral, Social Media Ad Campaigns, and High-CTR 16:9 YouTube Thumbnails. Select any piece to inspect full-resolution artwork.
02.A //
MULTI-ASSET BRAND & CAMPAIGN ECOSYSTEMSFEATURED CASE STUDY CLUSTERS
FEATURED FRAME // #011024×1024 (1:1)
Upgrowtix — 3D Refractive Glass Emblem MockupOPEN LIGHTBOX ↗
CLUSTER ASSETS (6) // SELECT TO PREVIEW:
CLUSTER 01Branding & Social Media
Upgrowtix — Complete Agency Brand & Campaign System
A cohesive six-piece visual system created for Upgrowtix, spanning flat vector logo geometry, 3D refractive acrylic presentation, corporate polo shirt apparel mockups, and three vertical social media ad creatives.
DESIGN ROLE //Brand Identity, Apparel Mockups & Multi-Poster Ad Campaign
CONFIRMED TOOLS //
Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopGIMP
INCLUDED ARCHIVE WORKS //
FEATURED FRAME // #071600×639 (2.50:1)
Super Pan Shop — 'Har Pan, Ek Khaas Ehsaas' Retail Flex BannerOPEN LIGHTBOX ↗
CLUSTER ASSETS (2) // SELECT TO PREVIEW:
CLUSTER 02Print & Google Business Growth
Super Pan Shop — Retail Signage & GMB Review Ecosystem
Connected physical and digital growth collateral for Super Pan Shop—pairing a wide-format retail flex banner ('Har Pan, Ek Khaas Ehsaas') with an in-store Google Business Review QR code standee.
DESIGN ROLE //Wide-Format Retail Flex Banner & Google Review QR Standee
CONFIRMED TOOLS //
Adobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop
INCLUDED ARCHIVE WORKS //
FEATURED FRAME // #041080×1080 (1:1)
Buff Shine — Automotive Detailing Shield EmblemOPEN LIGHTBOX ↗
CLUSTER ASSETS (3) // SELECT TO PREVIEW:
CLUSTER 03Branding & Print Collateral
Buff Shine & D2D — Automotive Detailing Brand Suite
Automotive detailing identity exploration featuring the Buff Shine metallic shield emblem, the matching Buff Shine 9-service promotional flyer with QR code, and the D2D (Dirty 2 Dazzling) circular crest.
DESIGN ROLE //Metallic Crest Logos & Promotional Service Flyer
CONFIRMED TOOLS //
Adobe IllustratorAdobe Photoshop
INCLUDED ARCHIVE WORKS //
FEATURED FRAME // #191600×900 (16:9)
Start Your Podcast (With Sources) — Rajjab Butt ThumbnailOPEN LIGHTBOX ↗
CLUSTER ASSETS (6) // SELECT TO PREVIEW:
CLUSTER 04YouTube Thumbnails (16:9)
High-CTR Podcast & Live Creator Thumbnail Series
A curated six-part collection of 16:9 YouTube thumbnails engineered for click-through intrigue across podcast interviews (Rajjab Butt, Talk Ep.03, Studio Shodwe, Showdee) and live gaming streams.
DESIGN ROLE //1600×900 YouTube Thumbnail Design & Visual Storytelling
CONFIRMED TOOLS //
Adobe PhotoshopCanva Pro
INCLUDED ARCHIVE WORKS //
02.C //
PANORAMIC FORMAT PRESENTATION · GLARE HOVER & LIGHTBOX INSPECTIONWIDE-FORMAT PRINT & PROMOTIONAL BANNERS (03 WORKS)
#07Print
2.50:1
PsAi
Super Pan Shop
Super Pan Shop — 'Har Pan, Ek Khaas Ehsaas' Retail Flex Banner
Wide-format emerald and saffron retail banner combining custom emblem branding, product photography, and four quality trust badges.
#08Print
2.63:1
PsAi
Digital Marketing & Web Agency
Your Partner in Digital Growth — Corporate Service Banner
Panoramic promotional banner outlining four core digital growth pillars: Graphic & Brand Design, Digital Marketing, SEO, and Content Creation.
#09Print
2.70:1
PsAi
Buff Shine Auto Detailing
Buff Shine — Automotive Detailing Service Flyer & Cover
Horizontal promotional flyer and cover graphic showcasing the Buff Shine crest, nine detailing services, QR code, and contact details.
03 — PROCESS // THE CREATIVE METHODOLOGYFIVE STAGES. SYSTEMATIC EXECUTION.
ACTIVE METHODOLOGY STAGE // 01 OF 0520%
THE CREATIVE PROCESS
Every visual decision is anchored in brand purpose.
Effective design is not random visual experimentation. Whether building a brand identity from scratch, designing a multi-poster social campaign, or engineering a high-CTR YouTube thumbnail, every commission moves through a structured five-stage studio workflow.
- STAGE 01 // BRIEF & ALIGNMENT01
DISCOVER
Brand DNA, Audience & ObjectivesUnderstand the brand, target audience, campaign goals, technical requirements, and core visual direction before opening a canvas.
Every project starts with direct client alignment (available in English, Urdu, and Punjabi) to clarify what message the design must communicate, where the asset will live, and what action the viewer should take.
STAGE FOCUS //- Client Brief & Goals
- Brand Guidelines
- Target Platform Specs
STAGE MILESTONE OUTPUT //Clear Creative Scope & Format ChecklistClient DiscoveryPlatform Audit - STAGE 02 // DIRECTION & CONCEPT02
STRATEGIZE
Visual Hierarchy & Communication StrategyDefine the creative direction, visual references, focal hierarchy, typographic pairing, and color contrast strategy.
For a YouTube thumbnail, this means planning the 2-second visual hook and subject-to-text depth. For a brand logo or social campaign, it means establishing geometric balance, mood references, and commercial positioning.
STAGE FOCUS //- Visual References
- Typography Exploration
- Concept Structuring
STAGE MILESTONE OUTPUT //Approved Visual Direction & Layout ConceptAI-Assisted IdeationTypography Systems - STAGE 03 // STUDIO EXECUTION03
DESIGN
High-Precision Craft Across Raster & VectorDevelop the visual concept, explore compositions, and execute the design with meticulous attention to detail.
Using Adobe Illustrator for scalable vector logos and print collateral, Adobe Photoshop for complex compositing, lighting, and YouTube thumbnails, and Canva Pro or GIMP where rapid campaign systems are required.
STAGE FOCUS //- Vector Path Construction
- Raster Compositing & Lighting
- UI/UX Layout
STAGE MILESTONE OUTPUT //Complete Primary Design PresentationAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorCanva ProGIMP - STAGE 04 // ITERATION & POLISH04
REFINE
Collaborative Review & Detail CalibrationReview client feedback, calibrate typography, kerning, and color contrast, and polish the final creative output.
Every element is checked at actual viewing scale—testing mobile feed legibility for social posters, small-screen readability for 16:9 thumbnails, and bleed/margin accuracy for print banners and flyers.
STAGE FOCUS //- Collaborative Feedback
- Scale & Contrast Check
- Detail Polish
STAGE MILESTONE OUTPUT //Sign-Off Ready Final ArtworkQuality AssuranceCross-Device Preview - STAGE 05 // HANDOFF & DEPLOYMENT05
DELIVER
Production-Ready Formats & Timely HandoffPrepare final assets in all required print-ready and web-optimized formats and deliver the completed work on schedule.
Assets are exported cleanly for their exact destination—whether high-resolution print files, crisp web-optimized social creatives, editable templates, or Google My Business (GMB) profile visuals.
STAGE FOCUS //- Format Optimization
- Print & Web Exports
- Final Archive Delivery
STAGE MILESTONE OUTPUT //On-Time Final Asset PackagePrint Pre-PressWeb OptimizationGMB Setup
TIMELY DELIVERYReliable turnaround aligned with campaign schedules
DIRECT COMMUNICATIONClear collaboration in English, Urdu, and Punjabi
MULTI-DISCIPLINE SCOPEBranding, Social, Thumbnails, Print, UI/UX & GMB
04 — CONTACT // THE CONVERSION HUBAVAILABLE FOR FREELANCE & BRAND COMMISSIONS
HAVE A PROJECT IN MIND? Let’s create SOMETHING DISTINCTIVE.
Whether you need a complete brand identity, scroll-stopping social media creatives, high-CTR YouTube thumbnails, print collateral, UI/UX design, or a Google My Business profile setup—reach out directly to start the conversation.
01 // FASTEST RESPONSE CHANNELWHATSAPP DIRECT
Phone & WhatsApp Business Line+92 324 6085356
02 // OFFICIAL PROJECT INQUIRIESDIRECT EMAIL
Studio Email Addressdaniyalsheikh2007@gmail.com
INTERACTIVE 3D SPHERE — LOGOS, SOCIAL MEDIA & YOUTUBE THUMBNAILS
Upgrowtix — 3D Refractive Glass Emblem Mockup
Branding · 1:1 — 3D acrylic glass block presentation of the Upgrowtix upward-arrow monogram and wordmark.