Generalist vs Specialist | Mikhil Saluja, Creative Director, Amazon Prime Video | The Design Podcast

Guest: Mikhil Saluja Creative Director, Amazon Prime Video Hosted by ⁠Sanjay Reddy ⁠ Author | Podcaster | Designer Mikhil’s journey spans design, photography, branding, advertising, entrepreneurship, Netflix APAC, and now Amazon Prime Video. Having worked across disciplines, industries, and countries, he brings a unique perspective on creativity, career growth, storytelling, and the value of staying curious. In this conversation, we discuss the role of exploration in building a creative career, how designers can develop taste and intuition, the importance of looking beyond their immediate discipline, and why some of the most meaningful career opportunities emerge when we allow ourselves to follow curiosity rather than rigid plans. Whether you’re a design student, a young creative professional, a career switcher, or someone trying to navigate an increasingly multidisciplinary world, this episode offers valuable insights into creativity, adaptability, and lifelong learning. __________ ⁠Book: Introduction to Design⁠ “Introduction to Design” isn’t just a book; it’s a helpful guide that clears up confusion, busts myths, and shows the way for new designers. With the help of beautiful and simplified diagrams and illustrations, this book makes understanding the design world even easier and more practical, empowering readers to explore their creativity with confidence. Split into four main parts, each one acts like a map, leading you through the world of design. It helps you understand what design is all about and figure out your own path within it. With easy-to-understand writing and detailed illustrations, this book goes beyond just teaching - it becomes a joyful experience, full of knowledge, and a journey of discovery and understanding yourself better. I've been designing for 15 years and if this book had come 15 years ago, I would have achieved all I did till now, in 8 years! Aaquib Wani Founder & Creative Director Aaquib Wani Design ________________________________________ Introduction to Design ⁠⁠online courses for UCEED CEED NID & NIFT⁠⁠ ________________________________________ Connect with Sanjay Reddy(Host) ⁠⁠Linkedin⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠