--- title: "Design Education & Career Coaching for NIFT, NID & UX Jobs - mytribe" description: "Struggling with design entrance exams or landing a UX job? Get expert Design Education & Career Coaching from a NIFT gold medalist. Learn proven strategies to crack NIFT/NID exams and break into the design industry. Book your session now!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta/design-education-career-coaching last_updated: 2025-10-01 --- # Design Education & Career Coaching in Delhi Ncr By [Mallika Mohta](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta) · I help you prepare for NIFT and start your design career with step-by-step coaching, practical portfolio advice, and real industry tips, even if you don’t have an art background. ## Locations Online coaching and webinars Also available online. ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### NIFT/NID Entrance Masterclass 120-minute live webinar covering the AIR 2 preparation strategy, syllabus roadmap, and resource guides for design aspirants. Typically ₹299-499 per attendee (estimate) #### Session Details * Format: Live interactive webinar via Zoom or Google Meet * Duration: 90 to 120 minutes including dedicated Q&A * Access: Recording available for 7 to 14 days post session #### Strategy & Content * Roadmap: Step by step guide to transition from non creative backgrounds to top ranks * Exam Prep: Time management for GAT/CAT and material handling tips for Situation Tests * Resources: Curated list of books, websites, and self study PDFs #### Deliverables * Materials: PDF cheat sheet with daily practice schedule * Support: Invitation to peer motivation community group ### Design Career & Placement Bootcamp 2-hour live session focusing on portfolio structuring, corporate interview techniques, and AI tool integration for design graduates. Typically ₹499-899 per attendee (estimate) #### Industry Readiness * Duration: 2 hours live session * Gap Analysis: Insights on corporate UX roles versus academic curriculum * Tools: Practical demo on using AI tools to speed up design workflows #### Hiring Prep * Case Studies: Structuring projects from problem statement to solution for hiring managers * Interviews: Identifying red flags and coaching on negotiation and soft skills * Self Audit: Hard criteria checklist for Behance and portfolio websites #### Interaction * Q&A: 30 minutes dedicated to internships and freelance queries ### 1:1 Portfolio Audit & Mentorship 60-minute private video consultation with pre-call portfolio analysis, project critique, and mock interview roleplay. Typically ₹1,499-2,499 per session (estimate) #### Consultation Details * Format: Private 1 on 1 Google Meet video call * Duration: 60 minutes intense focus session * Preparation: Review of portfolio and resume 24 hours prior to the call #### Session Scope * Critique: Screen sharing feedback on layout, typography, and visual hierarchy for top 2 projects * Logic Check: Interrogating design decisions to prepare for technical rounds * Strategy: Advice on targeting Startups, MNCs, or Freelance roles * Mock Interview: 15 minute roleplay with immediate feedback on answers and body language ## About Design Education & Career Coaching ### My Not-So-Linear Design Story Never thought a political science nerd like me could end up as a UX designer at a big tech company, but here I am. Switching to design wasn’t smooth - lots of late nights, doubt, and figuring things out from scratch. Cracked NIFT with AIR 2, gold medal, all that - but honestly, it’s the journey and what I learned that matters most. Now, I want to help you carve your own path, even if you feel totally lost or out of place. ### What I Actually Offer I run online coaching sessions for folks who want to dive into design, whether that means cracking the NIFT entrance or surviving those first few years as a junior designer. Here’s what you’ll get: - Step-by-step NIFT entrance coaching, straight from someone who’s been there (and didn’t come from an art background). - Real talk on building an industry-ready design portfolio that actually gets interviews. - How to shift from college projects to the kind of work companies love. - Tips on dealing with the awkward stuff: interviews, portfolio reviews, and using AI tools (they’re not as scary as they sound). - The stuff colleges don't tell you but the industry expects. ### How Sessions Go It’s not a boring monologue - I keep my webinars interactive, so you can ask questions, share where you’re stuck, and we figure it out together. Over 300 students have used my game plan to get into their dream colleges. If you want design career mentorship from someone who’s stumbled, figured it out, and is still learning, you’re in the right place. ## Highlights Browse through Mallika Mohta's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta/design-education-career-coaching/featured) - [Video: This is my story in a nutshell. I went from studying political science to cracking the NIFT entrance exam, winning a gold medal, and landing a UX designer role at a top tech company. This journey taught me so much, especially about the gap between design school and the industry, which is why I started my coaching webinars to help you navigate your own path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65fbf02f-8b60-4744-95ae-5c1fd77d20aa) - [Video: Here’s a look at my NIFT convocation. It was a surreal moment to receive the award for best academic performance and best design research project. This is the result of the same preparation strategy and hard work that I teach in my NIFT entrance coaching sessions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/56249c51-a98b-4ada-851f-08fda9e88bcf) - [Video: This video breaks down how I landed and completed a freelance illustration project with Netflix India. It shows the real process, from the first DM and negotiating commercials to pipeline iterating on sketches and seeing the final animation go live. This is the kind of real-world experience I share to help you with your own freelance career.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7b75054-14d2-4eb4-9470-42224a8c1486) - [Video: I believe in making design education accessible, and this is a perfect example. In this clip, I share a fantastic free resource for high-quality art and character design books. My coaching is full of practical tips like this that you can use immediately to improve your skills without breaking the bank.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4532623-1297-4cef-b927-9d085fa5b33b) - [Video: Staying current is key in the design world. This is a glimpse from the UXNow conference, where I connected with industry leaders and learned about the latest trends, including the role of AI in design. I bring these up-to-date insights directly into my career coaching sessions to make sure you're industry-ready.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/079ef890-9e81-4a67-a5c6-018195c5de03) ### [My Design Journey: From Aspirant to Pro](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta/design-education-career-coaching/my-design-journey-from-aspirant-to-pro) - [Video: My graduation from NIFT Delhi was a milestone. This video captures the moment I received awards for academic performance and my graduation project. It represents the culmination of a focused effort, and I use the same principles in my NIFT coaching to help students achieve their goals.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/56249c51-a98b-4ada-851f-08fda9e88bcf) - [Video: Moving to a new city for an internship was tough. I was homesick and faced a lot of challenges, but the experience at Info Edge for Jeevansathi.com taught me so much about personal growth and professional resilience. I share these experiences because I know many students go through the same thing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c9c75a0-ba31-4368-9ca5-838fa297fe69) - [Video: I’ve been the "art kid" for as long as I can remember. This reel shows a little bit of that journey, from childhood drawings to my current illustration style. My passion for art is the foundation of my career, and I love helping others build on their own creative spark.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ddd6ff85-2f28-4c1c-9c89-2259d939d5e2) - [Video: This video is the most complete summary of my journey. It covers my switch from political science to design, my success at NIFT, and my transition into a corporate UX role. It explains exactly why I am so passionate about mentoring aspiring designers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65fbf02f-8b60-4744-95ae-5c1fd77d20aa) ### [Real-World Industry Insights](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta/design-education-career-coaching/real-world-industry-insights) - [Video: Here’s a detailed walkthrough of my freelance collaboration with Netflix. I cover the entire project lifecycle, including client communication, drafting, revisions, and final delivery. This is a case study in how to manage a professional illustration commission from start to finish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7b75054-14d2-4eb4-9470-42224a8c1486) - [Video: Attending the UXNow conference was a great learning experience. In this video, I share my key takeaways on professional growth, asking the right questions before starting a project, and how designers can leverage AI as a tool. These are the current topics we discuss in career mentorship.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/079ef890-9e81-4a67-a5c6-018195c5de03) - [Video: A big part of my mission is to bridge the gap between what design institutes teach and what the industry actually expects. This video explains my motivation for starting webinars that focus on making students and fresh graduates truly employable and ready for the challenges of a corporate design job.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/65fbf02f-8b60-4744-95ae-5c1fd77d20aa) ### [Free Tips & Resources for Designers](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta/design-education-career-coaching/free-tips-resources-for-designers) - [Video: Art books can be expensive, but there are amazing free alternatives. This video shows you how to access a library of free, high-quality PDFs from 3dtotal, a publisher of books by world-class illustrators. It's a great resource for anyone looking to learn about character design, anatomy, and more.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4532623-1297-4cef-b927-9d085fa5b33b) ## Meet your expert [Mallika Mohta](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta) ### My story Hey, I’m Mallika from Kolkata. Political Science grad, but honestly, I’ve been doodling since I was tiny - art was always my thing. NIFT Delhi for my Master’s? Wild ride. Alone in a new city, super tough at first, but then I grew, made friends, and got that gold medal! Now I’m a UX designer by day, illustrator by night. Potterhead, GoT nerd, and big on true crime. Also, baking and sewing keep me sane. Destiny, I guess. ### My work - **Illustration & Design Storytelling**: I make custom character illustrations, children's book art, and portraits for weddings or special occasions. - **Dreamy, Detailed Style**: My art’s got that Disney vibe - dreamy characters, warm lighting, and loads of tiny details. - **Process & Growth**: Love sharing ‘sketch with me’ videos, showing how I build layers, and even redraw my old stuff to see my growth. - **Open for Collabs**: Worked with Netflix and Redbull. Whether it’s a big brand or something personal, I’m up for new ideas. ## More services from Mallika Mohta - [Custom Digital Illustrations](https://mytribe.in/mallikamohta/custom-digital-illustrations) · ₹1,200-5,000 per illustration (estimate) ## Experts similar to Mallika Mohta on mytribe - [Event Design Education & Mentorship by Blingmushrooms](https://mytribe.in/blingmushrooms/event-design-education-mentorship) · ₹3-12K per participant per masterclass (estimate) · National Capital Region - [Branding & Graphic Design by Shraddhadoodles](https://mytribe.in/shraddhadoodles/branding-graphic-design) · ₹15-40K per project (estimate) · Bengaluru - [Online Art Courses by The Artist](https://mytribe.in/artistic_roohja/online-art-courses) · ₹1,000-8,000 per course (estimate) - [Creative Business Coaching by Dyehome](https://mytribe.in/dyehome/creative-business-coaching) · ₹800-2,500 per participant per masterclass (estimate) - [Art Workshops by Pavna](https://mytribe.in/artsymanifestor/art-workshops) · ₹500-1,500 per person (estimate) · Sri Chamarajendra Park - [Makeup Classes & Education by Manjeet Khehra](https://mytribe.in/manjeeet/makeup-classes-education) · ₹2,000-7,000 per person per workshop (estimate) · Bengaluru - [Educational Workshops & Webinars by Nitika Ahlawat](https://mytribe.in/thegoldengrey/educational-workshops-webinars) · ₹500-1,000 per webinar (2-hour group session) (estimate) - [Emcee & Public Speaking Coaching by Ruchi Shah](https://mytribe.in/emceeshah/emcee-public-speaking-coaching) · ₹1,500-4,000 per hour (one-on-one coaching) (estimate) · Bengaluru - [Makeup & Hairstyling Education by Leela Makeover](https://mytribe.in/makeup__by_leelathanu/makeup-hairstyling-education) · ₹1,500-5,000 per session (estimate) · Bengaluru ## Book To book Mallika Mohta, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Design%20Education%20%26%20Career%20Coaching%20by%20Mallika%20Mohta.)