Chinmayee
Chinmayee Murugkar
Product Designer / UI-UX Designer / UX Researcher
London,UK , (+44) 07767 948 359
A Bit About Me
A seasoned Product Designer with three years of hands-on experience dedicated to empowering tech startups through intuitive and user-friendly digital products. My journey in the realm of design began with a spark of curiosity and a drive to make a tangible impact in the ever-evolving landscape of technology. In my role as a Product Designer, I've had the privilege of collaborating with forward-thinking startups, diving deep into the intricacies of their unique challenges, and crafting solutions that resonate with users on a profound level. From conceptualization to execution, I thrive on the creative process, leveraging my expertise in user research, prototyping, and UI/UX design to breathe life into innovative ideas.
Skills
Human Centered Design
Design Thinking
User Interface Design
User Experience Design
User Research
Design Research
Wireframing and Prototyping
Product Strategy
Figma
Ethnographic Research
HTML/CSS
R programming
Usability Testing
Design Innovation
Microsoft Office
Adobe Suite
Foresight Studies
Scenario Planning
Education
2016- 2020
B.Des- Human Centered Design
Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology- Bengaluru, India
(CGPA - 7.39)
Thesis: Conducted on-site research for disaster resilience in flood affected areas of Kerala, India. Designed a cultural probe tool for women of the tribal communities to understand and communicate their idea of home.
Project: Collaborated with Namma Bengaluru to understand Rapid Transport System behaviours to induce sustainable behaviours in customers. Designed a habit forming rewards application for people using metro.
2022-2023
MA Design Innovation
Manchester Metropolitan University- Manchester, UK
(Merit- 65%)
Thesis: Conducted a research project to devise services for ownership in the future. Presented to peers and department heads.
Project: Collaborated with BBC for recommending scenarios for the Future of Media. Created a design system for content creators to succeed in a world with no social media.
Work Experience
Feb 2024 - Current
Lead Product Designer (Remote)
May 2023- August 2023
Contract Product Designer
April 2021 - June 2022
UX Designer
Sept 2020 - Mar 2021
Communication Design Intern
May 2019 - June 2019
Communication Design Intern
Suprtech, UK
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Orchestrated user research initiatives through written interviews and usability testing, managing timelines and resources to ensure comprehensive data collection and analysis.
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Utilized agile methodologies to coordinate design activities (wireframing, prototyping) using Figma and the Adobe Suite to visualize user interactions and gather stakeholder feedback.
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Collaborated with product managers and engineers to ensure designs align with business goals and user needs, fostering a customer-centric approach through end-to-end product development.
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Implemented visual design principles to develop prototypes and TestFlight focusing on brand guidelines of typography, layout and colour for each enterprise.
Invertase
• Led project planning and execution, conceptualizing wireframes, mockups, and prototypes while adhering to deadlines and objectives.
• Worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to integrate user feedback and iterate on visual elements, managing resources to drive continuous improvement in user experience.
• Maintained project alignment with internal design teams, overseeing workflows and deliverables for successful outcomes.
• Managed documentation and communication channels, promoting transparency throughout the design process.
Thinkly
• Spearheaded project management for interactive design projects, overseeing conceptualization and implementation of user-centric solutions and responsive designs.
• Coordinated usability testing with the CPO and Marketing team, managing resources to facilitate data-driven decisions and enhance product usability.
• Leveraged project management tools and techniques to optimize team collaboration, fostering innovation within the UI design team.
• Monitored progress and milestones, identifying and mitigating risks to ensure successful delivery and customer satisfaction.
Onio Design Pvt. Ltd.
• Assisted in project management for user-friendly product design, collaborating with team members to meet deadlines.
• Contributed to planning and coordination, assisting in UX research and developing prototypes.
• Supported project documentation and reporting, tracking progress to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Facilitated communication, promoting a results-driven approach to project execution.
Monsoonfish
• Participated in project planning and coordination, assisting in user research and design initiatives for a new mobile app.
• Supported project management by coordinating design activities and facilitating communication between teams, ensuring alignment with objectives.
• Assisted with project documentation and reporting, contributing to progress tracking and informed decision-making.
• Collaborated with team members to address challenges and optimize workflows, fostering continuous improvement.