Dhanesh Nanavare

Product Manager

United States9 yrs 10 mos experience

Most Likely To Switch

Key Highlights

Expert in user-centered design and visual storytelling.
Proven track record of enhancing user experience.
Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Product Designer with expertise in UX/UI for SaaS and digital marketing.

Contact

dhanesh@go-maestro.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

User Experience DesignUser Interface DesignVisual DesignBranding & IdentityGraphic Design

Other Skills

Adobe Creative SuiteAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdvertisingArt directionBrand identityBrandingCollaborationDigital DesignsDigital IllustrationDigital MarketingDigital MediaIllustrationInformation GraphicsMarketing

About

I'm a creative product designer with a keen eye for detail. I excel in transforming complex ideas into elegant, user-centric solutions using design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. With years of experience, I collaborate closely with stakeholders, developers, and product managers to craft beautiful and intuitive products that drive business growth. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am always up for new challenges.

Experience

Maestro

Product Designer

Jun 2022 – Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area

Designed intuitive user interfaces and experiences for Maestro Platform, ensuring a seamless user journey
Conducted user research, and created wireframes, and prototypes to iterate on product designs based on user feedback and business goals.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers and product managers, to ensure seamless integration of design with technology and product strategy.
Led design projects from concept to delivery, meeting deadlines and exceeding stakeholder expectations for quality and innovation.
Championed a user-centered design approach, advocating for the importance of empathy and usability testing in the design process.

User researchWireframingPrototypingCollaborationUser-centered designUser Experience Design+1

Payu

2 roles

Senior Visual Designer

Promoted

Apr 2021 – Aug 2021 · 4 mos

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive brand identities for new product launches, ensuring brand consistency across all channels.
Managed a team of junior designers, providing mentorship and guidance to foster their professional growth and improve overall design quality.
Conducted user research and feedback sessions to optimize user experience and enhance product usability, leading to a 15% decrease in bounce rates on company website.
Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create visually stunning illustrations and designs for print and digital media, strengthening brand presence and increasing brand recognition by 25%.

Brand identityUser researchIllustrationAdobe Creative SuiteVisual DesignBranding & Identity

Graphic Designer

Apr 2020 – Mar 2021 · 11 mos

Paysense

Graphic Designer

Nov 2017 – Apr 2020 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Created compelling visual concepts for multiple marketing campaigns, resulting in a 20% increase in customer engagement.
Designed and implemented brand identity packages for new product launches, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to brainstorm, develop, and execute innovative design solutions.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, to produce high-quality graphics and illustrations.

Visual conceptsBrand identityAdobe Creative SuiteGraphic Design

Pixel fox studios

Jr. graphic desinger

Oct 2016 – May 2017 · 7 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

During my tenure, I had the opportunity to work with various brands, where I was responsible for creating social media designs. As part of this role, I took on art direction and worked closely with copywriters to ideate and decode briefs, resulting in the development of exceptional campaign ideas. Additionally, I also contributed towards branding and packaging design projects.
My involvement in these projects allowed me to further develop my skills as a designer, while also gaining invaluable experience in art direction and collaboration. Through my efforts, I was able to deliver high-quality work that was well-received by clients and aligned with their branding goals.
Overall, my time in this role provided me with a fantastic learning opportunity and allowed me to expand my skill set as a versatile and capable designer.

Social media designArt directionBrandingPackaging designGraphic Design

Freelance

Design Consultant – Product & Visual Design

May 2016 – Present · 9 yrs 10 mos · United States

As an independent consultant, I collaborate with startups, agencies, and small businesses to design user-centered products and impactful visuals. My work bridges product strategy and creative design covering everything from research and wireframes to branding and marketing assets.
Key focus areas:
UX/UI design for web and mobile apps
Wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing
Branding, logos, and style guides
Visual design for campaigns, social, and digital marketing
Design audits with recommendations for usability, accessibility, and conversion

UX/UI designWireframingPrototypingUsability testingBrandingVisual design+2