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chethan c

@chethanc

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Experienced product designer specializing in UI/UX and design strategy.

New Zealand

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity and collaboration, where I can contribute to impactful design solutions and continue to grow professionally.

I am a product designer with over a decade of experience transforming ideas into user-friendly web and mobile experiences. My expertise lies in design strategy, user research, and prototyping, and I am passionate about finding the intersection where business goals meet user needs. I thrive on solving complex challenges and turning them into elegant, practical solutions.

In my recent role as a Senior Product Designer at SolarZero, I designed a multi-platform energy monitoring app that significantly increased user engagement and satisfaction. I translated complex energy data into user-friendly visuals, empowering customers to understand and act on their energy usage. My collaborative approach with cross-functional teams has allowed me to prioritize features effectively and refine products through feedback and usability testing.

Throughout my career, I have spearheaded end-to-end design processes, mentored fellow designers, and executed usability enhancements that have positively influenced product strategy and brand perception. I am committed to continuous learning and growth in the field of design, always seeking to create impactful user experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Product Designer

SolarZero

Dec 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 month)

Designed a multi-platform energy monitoring app (iOS, Android, Web) to increase user engagement and satisfaction. Translated complex energy data into user-friendly visuals, empowering customers to understand and act on their energy usage.

Prototyping User Research Design Strategy Information Architecture Data Analysis Animation Stakeholder Management Agile Workflows

Senior Product Designer

Lyssna (UsabilityHub)

Jul 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Spearheaded end-to-end design for various features, including user interviews and prototype testing. Created and maintained a Figma design library in sync with code, enhancing usability and brand perception.

User Interviews Prototyping Figma Card Sorting Usability Testing Collaboration

Senior Product Designer

Trade Me

Nov 2020 - Jul 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Conducted research and built actionable reports influencing product strategy. Introduced Figma and rebuilt the design library, mentoring fellow designers and students.

Product Strategy Research Figma Mentorship Collaboration Prototyping

Senior UX Designer

Genesis Energy

Sep 2017 - Aug 2020 (2 years 11 months)

Worked on innovative energy and home automation solutions, establishing a customer-product feedback loop and leading a design team of 5 designers and a researcher.

Team Leadership Design Process User Centered Design Collaboration Innovation home automation

Digital Marketing Specialist

Storm IMC

May 2015 - Sep 2017 (2 years 4 months)

Designed and ran CRO experiments on B2C and B2B websites, handling SEO, data analytics, and ad campaigns while creating digital billboards and videos.

CRO SEO Data Analytics Campaigns Digital Marketing Video Production B2C Marketing B2B Marketing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Interaction Design Foundation

Certification, User Research

2018 - 2018

Completed a course on User Research - Methods and Best Practices, enhancing skills in user research techniques and usability testing.

Coursera

Certification, Human-Computer Interaction

2013 - 2013

Completed a course in Human-Computer Interaction, gaining insights into user-centered design principles and methodologies.

Federal Institute of Science And Technology

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Engineering

2006 - 2010

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering, focusing on the principles of computer science and engineering, software development, and system design.