Hi, I’m Gaana K Raj, a UI/UX designer based in Birmingham, UK. I have over a year of experience shipping mobile and digital products for startups and agency teams. I love turning research insights into intuitive interfaces that improve onboarding, boost retention, and make first contacts feel effortless. I hold a dual Master’s in UX Design and Biochemistry, which helps me blend rigorous user research with business strategy. I’m passionate about creating outcomes-driven designs, establishing component-based design systems, and delivering accessible experiences for diverse users.

Gaana K Raj

Hi, I’m Gaana K Raj, a UI/UX designer based in Birmingham, UK. I have over a year of experience shipping mobile and digital products for startups and agency teams. I love turning research insights into intuitive interfaces that improve onboarding, boost retention, and make first contacts feel effortless. I hold a dual Master’s in UX Design and Biochemistry, which helps me blend rigorous user research with business strategy. I’m passionate about creating outcomes-driven designs, establishing component-based design systems, and delivering accessible experiences for diverse users.

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Hi, I’m Gaana K Raj, a UI/UX designer based in Birmingham, UK. I have over a year of experience shipping mobile and digital products for startups and agency teams. I love turning research insights into intuitive interfaces that improve onboarding, boost retention, and make first contacts feel effortless.

I hold a dual Master’s in UX Design and Biochemistry, which helps me blend rigorous user research with business strategy. I’m passionate about creating outcomes-driven designs, establishing component-based design systems, and delivering accessible experiences for diverse users.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Email Designer at LEVREAGE CLICKS
November 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Delivered 2-3 email designs daily within rapid one-day turnaround cycles, iterating directly from CEO and strategist feedback to keep outputs tightly aligned with client brand identity Benchmarked client designs against 2-3 competitor brands per project to validate creative direction before final execution. Proposed layout, visual, and tonal improvements beyond the original brief; the strategist adopted the approach as the standard template for subsequent campaigns.
UI/UX Designer at UNIDINGO
February 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Designed intuitive native mobile interfaces (iOS & Android) using Figma, developing a cohesive visual identity to strengthen brand consistency. Conducted market and trend research to inform feature design choices and optimize the overall user experience. Improved onboarding success rates and overall usability through iterative design cycles based on user feedback.
UI/UX Designer (Intern) at NEBULAE SOFT
August 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Contributed to 1 live product from zero to interactive prototype, producing personas, empathy maps, and full information architecture — shipped within agreed timelines. Translated 3 rounds of usability testing (10+ participants) into prioritised design fixes, each tied directly to a stated business objective. Awarded Best Intern of the Month in recognition of delivery quality and proactive initiative on a project that was behind schedule on joining.
Email Designer at LE VER AGE CLICKS
November 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Translated creative briefs into engaging email layouts aligned with client brand identity and tone. Collaborated with strategists to refine designs ensuring every visual element has a functional purpose. Researched competitor trends to keep creative ideas fresh, relevant, and engaging for the end user.

Education

MSc in User Experience Design at Birmingham City University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Master of Science in Biochemistry at JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
June 15, 2021 - July 15, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Zoology & Food Science at Yuvaraja's College
June 5, 2017 - August 15, 2020
Master of Science: Biochemistry at JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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