Hi, I'm Leila—a brand strategist and identity designer who creates clear, cohesive systems for organizations that see branding as both strategic and creative work.

For the past five years, I've designed identity systems and positioning frameworks for education institutions, consumer brands, and mission-driven organizations across three continents. My approach combines business strategy with visual craft—a perspective shaped by training at France's #1 business school (ESSEC) and hands-on experience at award-winning agencies in Dubai and beyond.
I've lived and worked in seven countries, and that global lens influences how I think about brands: they need strategic clarity to guide decision-making, systematic structure to scale effectively, and visual coherence to communicate consistently across every touchpoint.
Capabilities
Brand Strategy
Positioning frameworks, competitive analysis, brand architecture, audience research, narrative development
Identity Systems
Logo suite design, typography systems, color strategy, visual language development
Creative Direction
Photography direction, print and digital systems, UI foundations, brand guidelines
Strategic Consulting
Brand audits, positioning workshops, narrative refinement, founder coaching
Experience
Recognition & Education
Currently
Brand Designer & Strategist
leilasohaing@gmail.com ↗
LinkedIn ↗
Based in Paris — Open to remote work


