Vijoy Rao

Vijoy Rao is a seasoned professional in creative strategy and communications with extensive experience across various roles. Currently serving as the Creative Strategy Director at 5BYFIVE Creative since November 2023, responsibilities include overseeing key messaging strategy and collaboration with design teams. As the Founder of Magic Room Brand since November 2015, Vijoy emphasizes quality and social responsibility in artist-focused projects. Additional roles include Adjunct Professor and Director of the COMM Internship Program at Maryville University of Saint Louis, where Vijoy enriches communication education for graduate and undergraduate students. Prior experience includes Creative Director at Drive Social Media, Vice President & Creative Program Director at FleishmanHillard, and managerial positions at Guitar Center. Vijoy's educational background includes an MBA in Media Communications from Webster University and a BA in Psychology from Boston University.