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I’m a multidisciplinary designer who bridges physical and digital worlds, crafting intuitive, human-centered experiences that resonate emotionally and functionally. My background in interior and interaction design, combined with hands-on marketing experience engaging customers directly, allows me to translate user behaviors into impactful strategies and design solutions. Skilled in Figma, Framer, and spatial tools, I create seamless interfaces, prototypes, and visually compelling content while tailoring messages that engage and inspire. I thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and am excited to bring my blend of UX, design, and marketing expertise to make meaningful impact. That’s why I’m excited to apply because I see a strong alignment between my background and the values, challenges, and opportunities this position offers.…I’m a multidisciplinary designer who bridges physical and digital worlds, crafting intuitive, human-centered experiences that resonate emotionally and functionally. My background in interior and interaction design, combined with hands-on marketing experience engaging customers directly, allows me to translate user behaviors into impactful strategies and design solutions. Skilled in Figma, Framer, and spatial tools, I create seamless interfaces, prototypes, and visually compelling content while tailoring messages that engage and inspire. I thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and am excited to bring my blend of UX, design, and marketing expertise to make meaningful impact. That’s why I’m excited to apply because I see a strong alignment between my background and the values, challenges, and opportunities this position offers.

Riya Girish Pathak

UX Designer, UI Designer, Product Designer, +4

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer who bridges physical and digital worlds, crafting intuitive, human-centered experiences that resonate emotionally and functionally. My background in interior and interaction design, combined with hands-on marketing experience engaging customers directly, allows me to translate user behaviors into impactful strategies and design solutions. Skilled in Figma, Framer, and spatial tools, I create seamless interfaces, prototypes, and visually compelling content while tailoring messages that engage and inspire. I thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and am excited to bring my blend of UX, design, and marketing expertise to make meaningful impact. That’s why I’m excited to apply because I see a strong alignment between my background and the values, challenges, and opportunities this position offers.…I’m a multidisciplinary designer who bridges physical and digital worlds, crafting intuitive, human-centered experiences that resonate emotionally and functionally. My background in interior and interaction design, combined with hands-on marketing experience engaging customers directly, allows me to translate user behaviors into impactful strategies and design solutions. Skilled in Figma, Framer, and spatial tools, I create seamless interfaces, prototypes, and visually compelling content while tailoring messages that engage and inspire. I thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and am excited to bring my blend of UX, design, and marketing expertise to make meaningful impact. That’s why I’m excited to apply because I see a strong alignment between my background and the values, challenges, and opportunities this position offers.

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I’m a multidisciplinary designer who bridges physical and digital worlds, crafting intuitive, human-centered experiences that resonate emotionally and functionally. My background in interior and interaction design, combined with hands-on marketing experience engaging customers directly, allows me to translate user behaviors into impactful strategies and design solutions. Skilled in Figma, Framer, and spatial tools, I create seamless interfaces, prototypes, and visually compelling content while tailoring messages that engage and inspire. I thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and am excited to bring my blend of UX, design, and marketing expertise to make meaningful impact. That’s why I’m excited to apply because I see a strong alignment between my background and the values, challenges, and opportunities this position offers.

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Work Experience

Junior Interior Designer at Arsya Designs, Pune, India

June 1, 2024 - August 25, 2025

Worked as a Junior Interior Designer contributing to client projects and day-to-day design activities. Involved in sustainable design, space planning, and ergonomic detailing. Developed strong digital modeling skills using industry-standard tools and integrated theory and practice through real-world prototyping and presentation techniques.

Retail Design Intern at Future Research Design Company, Bangalore, India

May 1, 2022 - August 25, 2025

Contributed to retail projects for brands such as Pigeon Cookware, Samsung Opera House, TVS Motors, and Jockey, aligning spatial design with brand identity. Researched design trends and consumer behavior to guide concept development and material choices. Collaborated with cross-functional teams on layouts, zoning, materials, and user flows for cohesive in-store experiences. Led client workshops and created visual storyboards to communicate spatial narratives and foster user-centered solutions.

UI/UX Designer at California College of the Arts, San Francisco, California

August 1, 2025 - August 25, 2025

Designed consumer-facing features for CNN Pulse and AI-powered editorial tools to enhance news discovery and personalization. Conducted user research and interviews to identify reader habits and pain points. Developed wireframes and interactive prototypes for improved content navigation and engagement. Created UI elements supporting readability, topic tracking, and interactive storytelling. Solutions contributed to increased user engagement and a more intuitive news consumption experience.

Product Designer at CNN

August 1, 2025 - August 25, 2025

Designed an AI-powered editorial tool to streamline newsroom workflows, enhance content accuracy, and foster cross-team collaboration alongside a consumer-facing app feature creating a more participatory, emotionally-aware news experience.

3D Designer at Unspecified

December 1, 2023 - August 25, 2025

Created comprehensive 3D models and precise technical drawings using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Enscape to support design execution. Produced immersive visual renderings to effectively communicate spatial and material concepts to clients and vendors. Participated in client presentations, articulating design decisions and translating stakeholder feedback into actionable design refinements. Collaborated with senior designers on end-to-end project delivery, from moodboards to on-site execution planning. Balanced creativity with functionality by proposing innovative material and furniture solutions within project constraints.

Design Lead

July 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Led the full project lifecycle, from concept development to client delivery, managing teams and coordinating vendors. Oversaw 3D modeling, technical drawings, and immersive renderings, translating design intent into practical, aesthetic solutions. Introduced sustainable material strategies and workflow optimizations, improving project efficiency and client satisfaction.

Retail Design Intern at Future Research Design Company

April 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021

Designed retail experiences for brands like Samsung Opera House, TVS Motors, Jockey, and Pigeon Cookware. Conducted consumer research and created storyboards, prototypes, and workshops to enhance brand identity. Collaborated with architects, engineers, and brand managers to align technical feasibility with design vision.

Retail Design Intern at Future Research Design Company

January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2022

Marketing and Interaction Designer at ARCH Premiers

September 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025

Translated real-time customer behavior observations into interaction and engagement strategies. Designed and tested interactive marketing campaigns to increase audience participation.

UI/UX Designer at Friends And The City

November 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Conducted usability testing and evaluated user interactions for an event-based social connection app. Iterated on prototypes and introduced new engagement-driven features based on user insights.

UI/UX Designer at Women Of Connections Ministry

November 1, 2025 - Present

Designed and scaled a culturally responsive design system for the Foundation on the Rock website, creating UI components, wireframes, and prototypes tailored for a Nigerian audience with multilingual (Yoruba) support. Led the website redesign focused on usability, accessibility, and trust, measuring success through usability feedback, improved navigation clarity, and strong user and stakeholder adoption.