I'm a user experience-focused designer blending academic research with hands-on design practice across design consultancies and tech startups. While pursuing MSc in User Experience Design at the University of Brighton, I am developing into a graduate User Experience Designer. I fuse research with practical design to create intuitive, accessible digital experiences that connect with users and drive real-world impact. I'm committed to accessibility and inclusivity, designing solutions that are meaningful and usable for everyone, regardless of background or ability. My combined experience in UX/UI and interior design equips me to lead projects from discovery and stakeholder collaboration through delivery of visually compelling, high-impact results. I focus on usability, engagement, and measurable outcomes to ensure every product aligns with user needs and business objectives. My portfolio brings this journey to life, showcasing each stage from problem discovery and ideation to testing, solution development, impact measurement, and project reflection.

Shivangi Gaikwad

I'm a user experience-focused designer blending academic research with hands-on design practice across design consultancies and tech startups. While pursuing MSc in User Experience Design at the University of Brighton, I am developing into a graduate User Experience Designer. I fuse research with practical design to create intuitive, accessible digital experiences that connect with users and drive real-world impact. I'm committed to accessibility and inclusivity, designing solutions that are meaningful and usable for everyone, regardless of background or ability. My combined experience in UX/UI and interior design equips me to lead projects from discovery and stakeholder collaboration through delivery of visually compelling, high-impact results. I focus on usability, engagement, and measurable outcomes to ensure every product aligns with user needs and business objectives. My portfolio brings this journey to life, showcasing each stage from problem discovery and ideation to testing, solution development, impact measurement, and project reflection.

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I’m a user experience-focused designer blending academic research with hands-on design practice across design consultancies and tech startups. While pursuing MSc in User Experience Design at the University of Brighton, I am developing into a graduate User Experience Designer. I fuse research with practical design to create intuitive, accessible digital experiences that connect with users and drive real-world impact.

I’m committed to accessibility and inclusivity, designing solutions that are meaningful and usable for everyone, regardless of background or ability. My combined experience in UX/UI and interior design equips me to lead projects from discovery and stakeholder collaboration through delivery of visually compelling, high-impact results. I focus on usability, engagement, and measurable outcomes to ensure every product aligns with user needs and business objectives. My portfolio brings this journey to life, showcasing each stage from problem discovery and ideation to testing, solution development, impact measurement, and project reflection.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance UX/UI Designer at Ideal Heaters - IDL Website; Inficaptures
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led client meetings to align brand vision and business objectives, creating concepts, timelines and delivery frameworks. Conducted UX research and translated client feedback and requirements to interactive visual proposals and wireframes to effectively communicate final outcomes (websites). Implemented an iterative design process, optimizing revisions through testing and stakeholder reviews; delivered thoroughly documented design systems and handoff materials.
UI/UX Design Intern at Digital Dose
November 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
UI/UX Design Intern; supported end-to-end design tasks for multiple projects (automotive parts online marketplace, budgeting/financing app, matrimony website) from discovery to delivery, producing 30+ wireframes and UI screens; improved engagement and reduced time on task through iterative rounds.
Junior User Experience Designer at Digital Dose
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Led end-to-end UX design tasks for 4+ ongoing projects; designed 30+ wireframes, interactive prototypes, and UI screens for mobile and web platforms; guided by key metrics to ensure optimal user experience; achieved engagement improvements and a 15% reduction in time on task through 3–5 iterative, data-backed design rounds.
Design Consultant at BOCONCEPT
February 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Led client consultations to understand project goals and delivered tailored, functional design concepts that clearly communicated the vision and achieved a 90% client satisfaction rate. Collaborated with clients and internal teams to manage timelines, revisions, and approvals—ensuring all projects were completed on time with attention to detail and boosting engagement by 20% through adaptive marketing strategies.
Design Associate at Interior Company by Square Yards
March 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Modular interior service provider; collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver interior design concepts, manage timelines, revisions, and approvals, ensuring high-quality delivery.
Interior Designer/3D Visualizer at Viona Interiors
May 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Interior design and 3D visualization to translate client requirements into visuals and layouts, coordinating with clients to ensure design intent was realized.
Freelance Projects at Ideal Heaters - IDL Website / Inficaptures
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Led client meetings, translated feedback into interactive visual proposals and wireframes; delivered design systems and handoff materials for websites and photography portfolio Website.

Education

MSc in User Experience Design at University of Brighton
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026
BSc Interior Design at INIFD Pune (affiliated with Annamalai University)
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
MSc User Experience Design at University of Brighton
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026
UI/UX Pro Course at MyCaptain
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
BSc Interior Design at INIFD Pune (Affiliated with Annamalai University)
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

UI/UX Pro Course
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
UI/UX Pro Course
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
MSc User Experience Design
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2026
BSc Interior Design
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail