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Sanjana Shah

Chicago,IL

Summary

Highly motivated and results-oriented UX/UI Designer with a Master's in User Experience and Interaction Design. Proven ability to deliver user-centered design solutions across web, app, and digital platforms. Skilled in user research, usability testing, design systems, information architecture, and prototyping. Passionate about creating intuitive and engaging experiences that improve user satisfaction and business outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

UIUX Designer

Verveware
05.2024 - Current
  • Thrived in a fast-paced startup environment at Verveware
  • Developed design systems, wireframes, prototypes, and interactive mockups that ensured seamless and intuitive user experiences for web and mobile applications.
  • Designed visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces that aligned with brand identity and targeted user needs.
  • Conceptualized and developed logos and branding materials that effectively communicated brand message and values.
  • Conducted user research and usability testing to gather valuable user feedback and iterate on designs for continuous improvement.
  • Proactively stayed up-to-date with the latest UI/UX design trends, techniques, and technologies to ensure the use of cutting-edge design solutions.

UI/UX Designer

Uncommon Individual Foundation
01.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded the redesign of the OnTrack+ learning management system, integrating live learning modules and gamification features.
  • Conducted usability testing, user interviews, and competitor research to inform design decisions.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to understand requirements and expectations, leading to a 95% satisfaction rate in usability testing. Designed user flows, wireframes, and prototypes using industry-standard tools like Balsamiq and Figma.
  • Led collaboration with developers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of designs.
  • Contributed to the development of a new style guide, including icons, components, fonts, and colors.

Co Founder

Lemon Melon Studio
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • Founded and managed a full-service branding studio serving clients in fashion, finance, chemicals, and construction industries.
  • Provided comprehensive branding solutions including website design, logo creation, brand identity development, and social media content. Successfully managed a portfolio of seven clients, delivering high-quality designs and achieving client satisfaction.
  • Developed leadership, project management, and client communication skills through leading a team of five professionals.

UI/UX and Creative Designer

REDE Design Studio
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Led a team of UI/UX designers in delivering successful design projects for clients across various domains.
  • Achieved a 20% increase in website traffic for Knavish Builders through a redesign
  • Redesigned the studio's website to improve user experience, leading to a 45% boost in viewer interaction, and increase three client in 2 months. Provided creative services including collateral design, packaging, branding, video editing, and illustration design.
  • Enhanced teamwork and communication skills through collaboration with clients and developers.

Education

MS in User Experience and Interaction Design -

Thomas Jefferson University
12.2023

Bdes. in Graphic Design -

GLS Institute of Design
06.2021

Skills

  • User Research (Interviews, Usability Testing)
  • Information Architecture
  • Wireframing & Prototyping
  • User Interface (UI) Design
  • Style Guide Development
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Design Thinking
  • Figma, Sketch, Photoshop, and Illustrator
  • Leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Figma proficiency
  • Design thinking
  • Responsive design

Certification

  • Brand Management, Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour, London Business School
  • Think Creatively, Linkedin e-learning course

Timeline

UIUX Designer

Verveware
05.2024 - Current

UI/UX Designer

Uncommon Individual Foundation
01.2023 - Current

UI/UX and Creative Designer

REDE Design Studio
06.2020 - 01.2021

Co Founder

Lemon Melon Studio
06.2019 - 12.2021

MS in User Experience and Interaction Design -

Thomas Jefferson University

Bdes. in Graphic Design -

GLS Institute of Design
  • Brand Management, Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour, London Business School
  • Think Creatively, Linkedin e-learning course
Sanjana Shah