Sharanya K.

Co-Founder

New York City, New York, United States6 yrs 7 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Founder of Cross Section Studio
Led creative strategy at SynapseIndia
Expert in visual storytelling and UX design

Stackforce AI infers this person is a creative leader in digital design and UX across various industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Creative DirectionBusiness DevelopmentProduct ManagementContent DevelopmentCommunity EngagementPrototypingInteraction DesignUser Interface DesignUser Experience (ux)Ux ResearchEvent ManagementBrand DevelopmentAdobe Creative Suite

Other Skills

New Client AcquisitionsProblem SolvingTeam LeadershipVisual StorytellingProduct DesignAI UXPublic SpeakingNetworkingAttention to DetailContent ManagementCritical ThinkingGraphic DesignThinking SkillsOrganization SkillsSocial Media Strategy

About

Type nerd, Pixel-Perfect, Optimist Passionate about crafting design-forward digital solutions that help brands grow. Building Cross Section Studio, and leading creative business development and strategy at SynapseIndia and CSIPL, with a foundation in Visual Communication Design from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Let’s connect!

Experience

6 yrs 7 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 3 mos

Average Tenure

4 mos

Current Experience

Ypo

2 roles

Incoming YNG Global Digital Experience Officer

Promoted

Jan 2026 – Present · 4 mos

Head Engagement Chair - YPO Next Generation New York City Board

Oct 2023 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 11 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area

YPO Next Generation (YNG) NYC is a prestigious network for young professionals.
Lead engagement, communications, and community strategy for the world's largest YNG chapter. Oversee event marketing and digital content to ensure a dynamic, well-connected network. Manage brand messaging, member engagement initiatives, and high-impact event promotions while collaborating with leadership and industry speakers for seamless event execution.

Content DevelopmentPublic SpeakingNetworkingCommunity EngagementAttention to DetailContent Management+8

Cross section studio

Founder

Jan 2026 – Present · 4 mos · Delhi, India · On-site

Cross section interactive pvt. ltd.

Chief Creative Officer

Sep 2025 – Present · 8 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · On-site

Creative DirectionNew Client AcquisitionsBusiness DevelopmentProblem SolvingTeam Leadership

Synapseindia

Head of Creative Strategy & Growth

Sep 2025 – Present · 8 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · On-site

Creative DirectionVisual StorytellingProduct ManagementProduct DesignAI UX

Spruce technology, inc.

2 roles

UI/UX Designer

Jun 2022 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 2 mos

Led design and strategy for high-end digital experiences across Senator Gillibrand, Senator Welch, Senate Legislative Counsel, NYC DOE, Clio Awards, Muse by Clio, Battery Park City Authority, DRBA
Airports, and NEMO/ECHO Clios.
Developed sitemaps, wireframes, prototypes, and scalable design systems, ensuring seamless UX, strong brand identity, and consistency across digital platforms.
Designed and refined Ul, branding, and visual strategy for Clio Awards, shaping its digital presence beyond UX.
Worked directly with clients and developers, translating business goals into elevated, user-focused design solutions while managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.

PrototypingAttention to DetailInteraction DesignCritical ThinkingThinking SkillsOrganization Skills+5

Jr UI Developer

Feb 2022 – May 2022 · 3 mos

InVisionAttention to DetailGoogle AnalyticsUser Interface DesignCritical ThinkingWordPress+2

Freelance

Digital Design Consultant

Oct 2021 – Sep 2023 · 1 yr 11 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area

Content DevelopmentUX ResearchGoogle AnalyticsUser Interface DesignCritical ThinkingBranding & Identity

Pivot design

Digital Designer

Jun 2021 – Aug 2021 · 2 mos · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Collaborated on the website design for Google's Global Head of DEl, Wema Hoover, supporting her book launch and TED Talk.
Designed promotional social media content and animated ads for healthcare clients, ensuring high-quality storytelling and visual impact.
Worked across high-fidelity mockups, print media, and digital assets, applying design thinking to craft compelling brand narratives.

School of the art institute of chicago

2 roles

Graphic Designer- Career and Professional Experience (CAPX)

Aug 2020 – Dec 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Designed promotional graphics for career-related events and programs, including posters, email banners, and animations.
Managed social media content and design, creating Instagram posts and stories to enhance engagement.
Designed identity systems for multiple programs, ensuring brand consistency-these systems continue to be used by designers ever since.

Adobe Creative SuiteAttention to DetailPresentationsBrand DevelopmentAfter Effects

Student Ambassador

Oct 2019 – Aug 2020 · 10 mos · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Introducing potential students and their families to SAIC’s facilities, resources and curriculum.
Aid incoming and potential students in telecommunications.

Entrepreneurs' organization

Learning Chair (EO Future Leaders)

Jul 2020 – Jun 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · Hybrid

Founding Board Member EO Future Leaders New Delhi
Learning Chair

Public SpeakingEvent ManagementCommunity EngagementCritical ThinkingCommunication

Synapseindia

UI/UX Design Intern

Jun 2020 – Aug 2020 · 2 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Collaborated with the web team to design a multilingual e-commerce platform for Braun.
Redesigned Synapselndia's logo, giving it a more modern and visually refined look.

InVisionAdobe Creative SuiteAttention to DetailGoogle AnalyticsUser Interface DesignCritical Thinking+3

Cross section interactive pvt. ltd.

Web Design Intern

Jun 2018 – Jul 2018 · 1 mo · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Zariya ngo

Co-founder & Creative Director

Aug 2016 – Sep 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo · New Delhi, Delhi

Vocationally trained underprivileged children in collaboration with Samarpan NGO. Organized the fundraiser ‘Zariya: the Fest’ at Select Citywalk
Donated all the profit of USD 12,500
Designed the Zariya logo along with all the event and campaign compositions including posters and the website.