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Hi, I'm Sampada Pote, a passionate and detail-oriented UX and product designer currently pursuing my Master's in Human-Computer Interaction at the Illinois Institute of Technology. I thrive in collaborative environments where I lead teams and organize events that foster a vibrant design community. My experience spans across designing intuitive interfaces, conducting user research, and developing scalable design systems across consumer tech and healthcare domains. I bring a rich background in architecture combined with hands-on roles in brand design and UX research, enabling me to create meaningful and user-centered products. I enjoy storytelling through design, and I'm excited about leveraging my skills in visual design, systems thinking, and agile methodologies to innovate impactful solutions.…Hi, I'm Sampada Pote, a passionate and detail-oriented UX and product designer currently pursuing my Master's in Human-Computer Interaction at the Illinois Institute of Technology. I thrive in collaborative environments where I lead teams and organize events that foster a vibrant design community. My experience spans across designing intuitive interfaces, conducting user research, and developing scalable design systems across consumer tech and healthcare domains. I bring a rich background in architecture combined with hands-on roles in brand design and UX research, enabling me to create meaningful and user-centered products. I enjoy storytelling through design, and I'm excited about leveraging my skills in visual design, systems thinking, and agile methodologies to innovate impactful solutions.

Sampada Pote

Marketing Strategist, Product Designer, UX Designer, +3

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Hi, I'm Sampada Pote, a passionate and detail-oriented UX and product designer currently pursuing my Master's in Human-Computer Interaction at the Illinois Institute of Technology. I thrive in collaborative environments where I lead teams and organize events that foster a vibrant design community. My experience spans across designing intuitive interfaces, conducting user research, and developing scalable design systems across consumer tech and healthcare domains. I bring a rich background in architecture combined with hands-on roles in brand design and UX research, enabling me to create meaningful and user-centered products. I enjoy storytelling through design, and I'm excited about leveraging my skills in visual design, systems thinking, and agile methodologies to innovate impactful solutions.…Hi, I'm Sampada Pote, a passionate and detail-oriented UX and product designer currently pursuing my Master's in Human-Computer Interaction at the Illinois Institute of Technology. I thrive in collaborative environments where I lead teams and organize events that foster a vibrant design community. My experience spans across designing intuitive interfaces, conducting user research, and developing scalable design systems across consumer tech and healthcare domains. I bring a rich background in architecture combined with hands-on roles in brand design and UX research, enabling me to create meaningful and user-centered products. I enjoy storytelling through design, and I'm excited about leveraging my skills in visual design, systems thinking, and agile methodologies to innovate impactful solutions.

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Hi, I’m Sampada Pote, a passionate and detail-oriented UX and product designer currently pursuing my Master’s in Human-Computer Interaction at the Illinois Institute of Technology. I thrive in collaborative environments where I lead teams and organize events that foster a vibrant design community. My experience spans across designing intuitive interfaces, conducting user research, and developing scalable design systems across consumer tech and healthcare domains.

I bring a rich background in architecture combined with hands-on roles in brand design and UX research, enabling me to create meaningful and user-centered products. I enjoy storytelling through design, and I’m excited about leveraging my skills in visual design, systems thinking, and agile methodologies to innovate impactful solutions.

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Work Experience

Product Design Intern at Find Me

May 1, 2025 - August 11, 2025

Designed user interfaces for iOS, Android, and web targeting three new user personas (software developer, musician, lawyer), improving usability and engagement. Developed scalable component libraries and design systems aligned with brand strategy ensuring seamless integration. Collaborated closely with front-end engineering and research teams to translate specifications into four functional features. Conducted A/B/n testing to identify user pain points and prioritized features enabling scalable personalization.

Product Design Intern at Bak’s Medical

October 1, 2024 - August 11, 2025

Led a 9-person design team conducting six Subject Matter Expert interviews to identify user personas for an innovative blood autotransfusion device. Developed a strategic roadmap focused on product innovation and launch strategies for maternal healthcare medical devices.

UX Research Intern at Starbucks

October 1, 2023 - August 11, 2025

Redesigned the customer feedback collection process by revamping the survey system which improved response rates. Led a 4-person design team conducting primary interviews and ethnographic observations to develop data-driven solutions to enhance customer feedback.

Brand Designer at World of Architecture

November 1, 2022 - August 11, 2025

Developed brand identity and communication assets increasing client engagement and firm recognition, growing social media followers by 17x in two weeks. Crafted brand architecture and messaging frameworks aligned with business goals, generating 1.1M impressions and increasing client leads by 58%. Led brand inclusivity campaigns and audited vendors for collaboration in an agile environment.

Architectural Designer at Freelance

February 1, 2020 - August 11, 2025

Designed over 12 residential projects for global clients using rapid prototyping and iterative design cycles focusing on client needs and architectural excellence.