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.

Work

Publications

Currently

Areas of focus

I’ve led end-to-end identity projects — from positioning and brand architecture to launch execution — for clients across three continents.

Work

I’ve led end-to-end identity projects — from positioning and brand architecture to launch execution — for clients across three continents.

Work

I’ve led end-to-end identity projects — from positioning and brand architecture to launch execution — for clients across three continents.

I've authored The Streamlined Guide to Branding, a 140-page branding methodology purchased by 100+ founders across 15+ countries.

Publications

I've authored The Streamlined Guide to Branding, a 140-page branding methodology purchased by 100+ founders across 15+ countries.

Publications

I've authored The Streamlined Guide to Branding, a 140-page branding methodology purchased by 100+ founders across 15+ countries.

I currently work as Lead Brand Designer at Case Study Brands, where I develop identity systems and strategic frameworks for U.S.-based organizations.

Currently

I currently work as Lead Brand Designer at Case Study Brands, where I develop identity systems and strategic frameworks for U.S.-based organizations.

Currently

I currently work as Lead Brand Designer at Case Study Brands, where I develop identity systems and strategic frameworks for U.S.-based organizations.

I specialize in brand strategy, identity systems, and systematic thinking — and collaborate best with teams who value strategic clarity and depth.

Areas of focus

I specialize in brand strategy, identity systems, and systematic thinking — and collaborate best with teams who value strategic clarity and depth.

Areas of focus

I specialize in brand strategy, identity systems, and systematic thinking — and collaborate best with teams who value strategic clarity and depth.


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

Case Study Brands — Lead Brand Designer
(Greenwich, 2025–Present)


Comprehensive identity systems for U.S.-based mission-driven organizations

Kyau Branding Bureau — Founder, Lead Brand Designer & Strategist (Paris, 2022–Present)


End-to-end branding across beauty and lifestyle sectors

Skyne Branding & Design — Brand Strategist 


(Dubai, 2021–2022)


Strategy and identity work for luxury, fintech, and hospitality clients

PinaAds — Campaign Strategist & Coach 


(Paris, 2024–2025)


Pinterest Ads strategy and conversion optimization for French consumer brands, founder coaching

Case Study Brands — Lead Brand Designer
(Greenwich, 2025–Present)


Comprehensive identity systems for U.S.-based mission-driven organizations

Kyau Branding Bureau — Founder, Lead Brand Designer & Strategist (Paris, 2022–Present)


End-to-end branding across beauty and lifestyle sectors

Skyne Branding & Design — Brand Strategist (Dubai, 2021–2022)


Strategy and identity work for luxury, fintech, and hospitality clients

PinaAds — Campaign Strategist & Coach 


(Paris, 2024–2025)


Pinterest Ads strategy and conversion optimization for French consumer brands, founder coaching

Recognition & Education

Awards

Behance Adobe Illustrator Award

Behance Branding Award


Education

ESSEC Business School — BBA, Ranked #1 in France

Le Wagon — UI Design Certificate, Ranked #1 Bootcamp

Case Study Brands — Lead Brand Designer
(Greenwich, 2025–Present)


Comprehensive identity systems for U.S.-based mission-driven organizations

Kyau Branding Bureau — Founder, Lead Brand Designer & Strategist (Paris, 2022–Present)


End-to-end branding across beauty and lifestyle sectors

Skyne Branding & Design — Brand Strategist (Dubai, 2021–2022)


Strategy and identity work for luxury, fintech, and hospitality clients

PinaAds — Campaign Strategist & Coach 


(Paris, 2024–2025)


Pinterest Ads strategy and conversion optimization for French consumer brands, founder coaching

Currently

I’m exploring senior brand design and strategy roles with agencies, startups, and organizations that value thoughtful, systematic identity work.


Based in Paris — Open to remote work worldwide.

Case Study Brands — Lead Brand Designer
(Greenwich, 2025–Present)


Comprehensive identity systems for U.S.-based mission-driven organizations

Kyau Branding Bureau — Founder, Lead Brand Designer & Strategist (Paris, 2022–Present)


End-to-end branding across beauty and lifestyle sectors

Skyne Branding & Design — Brand Strategist (Dubai, 2021–2022)


Strategy and identity work for luxury, fintech, and hospitality clients

PinaAds — Campaign Strategist & Coach 


(Paris, 2024–2025)


Pinterest Ads strategy and conversion optimization for French consumer brands, founder coaching

Brand Designer & Strategist

leilasohaing@gmail.com ↗
LinkedIn ↗
Based in Paris — Open to remote work