Jul 2023 – Dec 2023 · 5 mos

• Hands on experience with software like Figma & Adobe suite.
• Collaborative projects with team mates and design discussions with constructive feedback from mentor.
• User centered approach using UX research methodologies & empathizing with users.
• Cultivation of skills such as wireframing, prototyping, site mapping, task flows, color theory and human psychology.

Jan 2023 – Jul 2023 · 6 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• Led and mentored diverse design teams encompassing individuals from varied educational backgrounds.
• Applied experiential design methods in conducting research based workshops.
• Integral role in crafting comprehensive course plans, emphasizing a vibrant creative design culture.
• Actively contributed to management, orchestrating in-house award ceremonies like JDDA, showcasing top student works.
• Mentored trainees on research papers and final year projects, fostering their academic growth.
• Conducted workshops on design thinking, abstract alchemy, and gamification in design, providing practical exposure.
• Showcased expertise in various leadership roles, collaborative efforts, and proficiency in design software’s.

Nov 2022 – Feb 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos · Remote

• ● Led diverse UI/UX projects for startup founders across various industries, including a clothing brand, Contracting construction company, home baking startup and an NGO.
• ● Conducted thorough competitor analysis, A/B testing, and persona creation to inform strategic decisions for optimizing the user experience and driving business growth.
• ● Developed comprehensive wireframes, journey maps, and conducted both qualitative and quantitative research to inform design decisions and align solutions with user needs.
• ● Utilized industry-standard tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite to create high-fidelity prototypes, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to execution.

Nov 2021 – Dec 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

• Managed students from different backgrounds of education.
• Experiential teaching in M.Des, B.Sc and Diploma courses - ID.
• Supported Central Academics team in building of timetables and lesson plans.
• Focused on bringing curriculum to students that focuses on practical world of design through
• hands on understanding of design concepts.
• Built strong co-student relationships by introducing projects that required taking the extra mile
• together and pushing boundaries outside a four walled classroom.
• Helped students understand the psychological and contextual relationships in designing.
• Subjects taken were inclusive but not limited to : Design studio, Furniture Furnishing & Fitting,
• Creative Design Thinking, Landscaping, Fundamentals of Design.

May 2021 – Feb 2023 · 1 yr 9 mos

• Development of client relationships and providing solutions without compromise on quality or
• design intent.
• Managing of multiple projects that revolved around wood craftsmanship and
• functionalism.
• Managing of projects that are more personalized and allow freedom to design and dwell in
• details.

Nov 2020 – Mar 2021 · 4 mos

• Had the honor of working at a factory with 30 carpenters and 5 different production teams.
• Assisted the team in conceptualizing of a product until the production of the same.
• Conducted presentations, hands on learning of joint making, production drawings, preparation of
• cut list and prototyping.

Aug 2020 – Nov 2020 · 3 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

• Assisted the design team for a international competition ‘London Biennale’ where we worked on a prototype to solve the flooding problem in coastal region of TN and shortlisted for the same.
• Part of the research and analysis team.
• Design development for residential project in Hyderabad.

Jan 2020 – May 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos

• Built bridge for students between classroom and practice world.
• Subject strengths: Materials in Interiors & Furnishing in interiors.

Jan 2020 – Jul 2020 · 6 mos

Sep 2019 – May 2021 · 1 yr 8 mos

Feb 2019 – Jan 2020 · 11 mos · Mangalore Area, India

• Worked on large scale projects such as Restaurant, Banquet hall, Wedding hall and food court.
• All the projects were located in Manipal and involved many site visits, one-on-one discussions
• with the design head.
• Responsibilities included conceptualization, mood boards, layouts, 3D models, working drawings,
• renders and presentations for the team.

Dec 2018 – Apr 2019 · 4 mos · Chennai Area, India

• Assisted design team with site visits, schematic planning and production drawings.
• Helped develop concepts and pitch for residential design projects.
• Learnt vendor coordination and organization of work at execution level.

May 2017 – Jun 2017 · 1 mo · Chennai Area, India

• Worked on an end-to-end design project for a Lawyer’s office.
• Supported design team with selection of materials and presentations.