I’m a Communication Designer with strengths in UX research, branding, information design, and digital experiences. I graduated from Monash University’s Bachelor of Communication Design and enjoy turning complex problems into clear, user-centred solutions through research, strategy, and visual communication. I’ve worked across both digital and physical touchpoints—building brand identity systems, editorial and information design, and UX-led prototypes for interactive experiences. I’m especially motivated by projects where dense information or high cognitive load can be made understandable through thoughtful structure, hierarchy, and design systems.…

Yahavi Jayasanker

I’m a Communication Designer with strengths in UX research, branding, information design, and digital experiences. I graduated from Monash University’s Bachelor of Communication Design and enjoy turning complex problems into clear, user-centred solutions through research, strategy, and visual communication. I’ve worked across both digital and physical touchpoints—building brand identity systems, editorial and information design, and UX-led prototypes for interactive experiences. I’m especially motivated by projects where dense information or high cognitive load can be made understandable through thoughtful structure, hierarchy, and design systems.…

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I’m a Communication Designer with strengths in UX research, branding, information design, and digital experiences. I graduated from Monash University’s Bachelor of Communication Design and enjoy turning complex problems into clear, user-centred solutions through research, strategy, and visual communication.

I’ve worked across both digital and physical touchpoints—building brand identity systems, editorial and information design, and UX-led prototypes for interactive experiences. I’m especially motivated by projects where dense information or high cognitive load can be made understandable through thoughtful structure, hierarchy, and design systems.

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Language

English
Fluent
Tamil
Intermediate
Telugu
Intermediate

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer & Researcher at GloBot — AI Travel Planner & Conversational Experience Platform
January 1, 2026 - Present
Designed an AI-assisted travel planning platform that centralises discovery, itinerary building, budgeting, and real-time travel support into one conversational experience. Conducted user research to identify pain points including fragmented planning, information overload, decision fatigue, and lack of personalisation. Developed user flows, information architecture, low-fidelity wireframes, and high-fidelity mobile screens for key planning journeys. Created interface designs for onboarding, AI chat, trip ideas, itinerary overview, saved trips, and user profile flows, using AI-assisted tools (ChatGPT and UX Pilot) to support ideation and feature exploration.
UX/UI Designer & Researcher at GloBot
January 1, 2026 - Present
Designed an AI-assisted travel planning platform centralising discovery, itinerary building, budgeting, and real-time travel support into one conversational experience. Conducted user research to identify pain points around fragmented planning, information overload, decision fatigue, and lack of personalisation. Developed user flows, information architecture, low/high-fidelity wireframes and mobile screens for key planning journeys. Created onboarding, AI chat, trip ideas, itinerary overview, saved trips, and user profile flows. Used AI-assisted tools including ChatGPT and UX Pilot to support ideation and experience development.
UX/UI Designer (Team of 2) at BookNest — Library Wayfinding App
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Co-designed a UX-led digital wayfinding system for Monash Caulfield Library, translating spatial navigation challenges into a 36-screen frame interactive prototype. Led design of key user journeys including login, explore page, discussion rooms, settings, and end-to-end wayfinding flows. Designed an integrated experience connecting mobile navigation, in-app maps, and large-screen scanners to support intuitive book discovery. Developed the logo, typographic system, and interface visual language, presenting design rationale in formal reviews.
Brand & Digital Designer at Roamance — Dating App
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Developed a brand and digital identity for a dating app, defining naming, brand values, tone of voice, colour palette, and typography. Designed app interface screens alongside four website screens to ensure consistency across digital touchpoints. Presented and defended design decisions in a 22-person critique, responding to structured feedback.
Branding & Visual Designer (EV Fire Safety Campaign) at NRSPP (National Road Safety Partnership Program)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led development of a visual identity and communication campaign for an EV fire safety brief, translating complex technical safety information into accessible public-facing messaging. Designed a cohesive identity system across print and digital touchpoints to communicate high-risk safety information with clarity and consistency. Produced campaign assets supported by a 14-page prospectus outlining audience insights, design rationale, and real-world applications. Presented design outcomes and strategic recommendations in a client-facing review for NRSPP.
Campaign Designer (Sensory Wellbeing) at When It’s Too Much
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led a research-driven campaign addressing sensory overstimulation, beginning with the design and distribution of a Design Research Kit. Synthesised qualitative insights from 20 participants, including contributors from a Monash social anxiety group therapy cohort. Executed a two-phase workflow spanning research, insight synthesis, and campaign delivery—producing aromatherapy stickers, an informational brochure, and a tactile focus bookmark. Selected for exhibition at the 2025 Monash Art, Design & Architecture (MADA) Exhibition.
Campaign Designer at When It’s Too Much
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led a research driven campaign addressing sensory overstimulation, beginning with the design and distribution of a Design Research Kit. Synthesised qualitative insights from 20 participants, including contributors from a Monash social anxiety group therapy cohort. Executed a two phase workflow spanning research, insight synthesis, and campaign delivery, producing aromatherapy stickers, an informational brochure, and a tactile focus bookmark. Selected for exhibition at the 2025 Monash Art, Design & Architecture (MADA) Exhibition.
Editorial & Identity Designer at Melbourne Cinémathèque
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designed a multi-format visual identity for a not-for-profit film society, delivering digital posters, A1 editorial layouts, and screen-based assets within a cohesive system. Structured and organised high-density editorial content, balancing extensive film information, schedules, and imagery through clear typographic hierarchy and layout logic. Iterated across three poster directions over a sustained design cycle, incorporating structured critique and refinement for client facing outcomes.
UX/UI Designer at BookNest
January 1, 2025 - Present
Co-designed a UX-led digital wayfinding system for Monash Caulfield Library, translating spatial navigation challenges into a 36-screen interactive prototype. Led key user journeys including login, explore page, discussion rooms, settings, and end-to-end wayfinding flows. Designed an integrated experience connecting mobile navigation, in-app maps and large screen scanners to support intuitive book discovery. Developed the logo, typographic system, and interface visual language, presenting design rationale in formal reviews.
Branding & Visual Designer at Ignition Point
January 1, 2025 - Present
Led the development of a visual identity and communication campaign for an EV fire safety brief, translating complex technical and safety information into accessible public-facing messaging. Designed a cohesive identity system across print and digital touchpoints to communicate high-risk safety information with clarity and consistency. Produced campaign assets supported by a 14-page prospectus outlining audience insights, design rationale, and proposed real-world applications. Presented design outcomes and strategic recommendations in a client-facing review for the NRSPP.
UX/UI Designer (Team of 2) – Library Wayfinding App at BookNest
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Co-designed a UX-led digital wayfinding system for Monash Caulfield Library, translating spatial navigation challenges into a 36-screen interactive prototype. Led key journeys including login, explore, discussion rooms, settings, and end-to-end wayfinding flows. Created the logo, typographic system, and interface visual language, presenting rationale in formal reviews.
Brand & Digital Designer at Roamance
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Developed a brand and digital identity for a dating app, defining naming, brand values, tone of voice, colour palette, and typography. Designed app interface screens alongside 4 website screens, ensuring consistency across digital touchpoints. Presented and defended design decisions in a 22 person critique, responding to structured feedback.
EV Fire Safety Campaign Branding & Visual Designer at Ignition Point
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led the development of a visual identity and communication campaign for an EV fire safety brief, translating complex technical and safety information into accessible public-facing messaging. Designed a cohesive identity system across print and digital touchpoints to communicate high-risk safety information with clarity and consistency. Produced campaign assets supported by a 14-page prospectus outlining audience insights, design rationale, and proposed real-world applications. Presented design outcomes and strategic recommendations in a client-facing review for NRSPP.
Sensory Wellbeing Campaign Designer at When It’s Too Much
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led a research driven campaign addressing sensory overstimulation, beginning with the design and distribution of a Design Research Kit. Synthesised qualitative insights from 20 participants, including contributors from a Monash social anxiety group therapy cohort. Executed a two phase workflow spanning research, insight synthesis, and campaign delivery, producing aromatherapy stickers, an informational brochure, and a tactile focus bookmark. Selected for exhibition at the 2025 MADA Exhibition.
Cultural Identity & Editorial System Designer at Melbourne Cinémathèque
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Designed a multi-format visual identity for a not-for-profit film society, delivering digital posters, A1 editorial layouts, and screen-based assets within a cohesive system. Structured and organised high-density editorial content, balancing extensive film information, schedules, and imagery through clear typographic hierarchy and layout logic. Iterated across three poster directions over a sustained design cycle, incorporating structured critique and refinement for client facing outcomes.
TraceTogether & Temperature Screening at Junction 8 & Jurong Point mall
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Conducted visitor temperature screening and supported TraceTogether-related processes at mall entry points.
Safe Distancing Ambassador at Universal Studios Singapore (USS) & S.E.A. aquarium
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Supported visitor safety operations as part of safe-distancing and screening responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Communication Design at Monash University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Google UX Design Professional Certificate
May 1, 2026 - June 27, 2026
Generative AI for UI/UX Design Specialization
May 1, 2026 - June 27, 2026
AI-Powered Customer Success Specialization
May 1, 2026 - June 27, 2026
CorelDraw and Photoshop CS6
January 1, 2015 - June 27, 2026
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
May 1, 2026 - June 27, 2026
Generative AI for UI/UX Design Specialization
May 1, 2026 - June 27, 2026
AI-Powered Customer Success Specialization
May 1, 2026 - June 27, 2026
CorelDraw and Photoshop CS6 - CSC Bodinayakanur, India
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
May 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026
Generative AI for UI/UX Design Specialization (IBM × SkillUp)
May 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026
AI-Powered Customer Success Specialization (Coursera)
May 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026
CorelDraw and Photoshop CS6 (CSC Bodinayakanur, India) — Grade A
January 1, 2015 - August 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Government

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