Hello! I'm Daksh Jain, a dedicated design professional with a multifaceted background spanning UX research, graphic design, and creative directing. I thrive in collaborative environments and have recently transitioned into immersive AV projects in Berlin, combining my passion for technology and user-centered design. My approach leverages diverse skills from design thinking to Agile product development, enabling me to deliver impactful and accessible solutions across cultural contexts. With a Master of Design and extensive experience in academia, consultancy, and creative production, I've mentored over 100 students and led projects that translate complex goals into engaging multimedia experiences. I enjoy crafting meaningful narratives through visual and interactive media, embracing emerging technologies like AI tools and VR to push the boundaries of design innovation.…

Daksh Jain

Hello! I'm Daksh Jain, a dedicated design professional with a multifaceted background spanning UX research, graphic design, and creative directing. I thrive in collaborative environments and have recently transitioned into immersive AV projects in Berlin, combining my passion for technology and user-centered design. My approach leverages diverse skills from design thinking to Agile product development, enabling me to deliver impactful and accessible solutions across cultural contexts. With a Master of Design and extensive experience in academia, consultancy, and creative production, I've mentored over 100 students and led projects that translate complex goals into engaging multimedia experiences. I enjoy crafting meaningful narratives through visual and interactive media, embracing emerging technologies like AI tools and VR to push the boundaries of design innovation.…

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Hello! I’m Daksh Jain, a dedicated design professional with a multifaceted background spanning UX research, graphic design, and creative directing. I thrive in collaborative environments and have recently transitioned into immersive AV projects in Berlin, combining my passion for technology and user-centered design. My approach leverages diverse skills from design thinking to Agile product development, enabling me to deliver impactful and accessible solutions across cultural contexts.

With a Master of Design and extensive experience in academia, consultancy, and creative production, I’ve mentored over 100 students and led projects that translate complex goals into engaging multimedia experiences. I enjoy crafting meaningful narratives through visual and interactive media, embracing emerging technologies like AI tools and VR to push the boundaries of design innovation.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Professor - Graphic and Interaction Design at School of Design, UPES, India
January 1, 2023 - August 27, 2025
Led instruction and mentorship on over 100 UX/UI student projects focused on user research, prototyping, and usability testing. Introduced Agile collaboration tools such as Miro and Figma to simulate real-world product team workflows, enhancing student readiness for industry challenges.
Creative Director at 9Lives Atelier
January 1, 2023 - August 27, 2025
Led a remote team of five designers and interns to produce design work including a UN SDG poster series for the CPPGG government agency, translating complex developmental topics into accessible, multilingual graphics for rural audiences. Facilitated online workshops for school students incorporating design thinking, semiotic analysis, and user empathy to foster problem-solving skills.
Guest Researcher - UX, AI, AV at TimeLab and University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE Germany)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-curated and installed interactive audiovisual environments for exhibitions in Berlin, such as MANIFEST:IO 2024 and Transcorporeal at Funkhaus, enabling immersive audience engagement with new media art. Supported the design and implementation of ‘Double Learning,’ an expert panel and installation exploring bias in AI models, collaborating in Agile/Scrum teams to deliver user-centered features. Conducted research on Paubha Art and Nepalese cultural practices under German filmmaker Eric Hillenbrand; produced video edits and UX/UI elements for Slowfuture Studio’s website. Curated the interactive VR experience ‘How Am I Here?’ developed by Slowfuture studio and facilitated the experience for over 150 visitors in Berlin.
Graphic Designer (Freelance)
January 1, 2019 - August 27, 2025
Designed graphics and branded merchandise, directed three animated music video productions for live stage performances by Pragnya Wakhlu, transforming Himalayan folklore and Kashmiri characters into immersive visuals. Created high-engagement social media graphics for clients such as Penguin India, Songdew Network, Bajaoo.com, and Manforce Educational.
Faculty - School of Design at Doon University, Dehradun
January 1, 2019 - August 27, 2025
Taught undergraduate courses on storyboarding, typography, semiotics, and design theory emphasizing applied practice. Mentored final-year student projects in collaboration with industry partners.
Design Consultant at Vihara Innovation Network (Formerly, CKS), New Delhi
December 31, 2018 - August 27, 2025
Conducted ethnographic and qualitative research in rural Bihar focused on women’s and children’s healthcare. Executed user interviews and journey mapping to gain insight into healthcare access and behaviors, translating findings into strategic design interventions, stakeholder maps, infographics, and presentations to support public health program development.

Education

Master of Design at National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi and Mumbai
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
B.A. (Hons.) Economics at Hansraj College, Delhi University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015

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Industry Experience

Education, Government, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services