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Shreeleha Chidambaranathan

@shreelehachidambaran

UX/UI designer and UX researcher translating architecture-led thinking into accessible, user-centric digital experiences.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a design role where I can own end-to-end UX/UI—research through usability testing—and create accessible, user-centric interfaces. I want to collaborate closely with developers and build experiences that feel visually compelling and easy to use.

I’m a multidisciplinary UX/UI Designer with a strong foundation in visual and spatial design, and I apply that architectural design thinking to create intuitive digital experiences. I’m certified in UX Design by Google and have product design training through Accenture’s Virtual Experience Program.

I lead end-to-end design processes—user research, wire framing, prototyping, and usability testing—so my work is grounded in how people actually use products. I’m passionate about delivering accessible, user-centric interfaces and compelling visual narratives.

In my UX/UI internships and freelance work, I designed and launched real-world experiences, including a comprehensive website for a Vision NGO and a fully responsive, adaptive e-commerce site for Sweet Bites Bakery. I also worked on generative user research, usability testing, and final implementation under a lead developer’s mentorship.

Beyond product design, I’ve coordinated design studios, integrated visual hierarchy and core design principles, and mentored over 10 thesis students as an Assistant Professor. This blend of teaching, branding, and hands-on UX execution helps me communicate clearly and deliver design decisions that hold up from research to build.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Independent Designer

Current

Zealous Doodler

Dec 2018 - Present (7 years 7 months)

Led end-to-end graphic design and branding work for international individuals and companies, delivering custom visual assets, digital sketches, and illustrations aligned to brand identity and user engagement goals.

Branding Graphic Design Digital Illustration Sketching

Assistant Professor

School of Planning and Architecture

Feb 2024 - Jan 2026 (1 year 11 months)

Coordinated foundation design, landscape graphics, and visual communication studios, integrating design principles and visual hierarchy. Mentored 10+ undergraduate and postgraduate thesis students and supported complex design methodologies and problem-solving.

visual communication Visual Hierarchy Mentorship

UI/UX Designer (Internship)

Metanoia Weblabs

May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)

Designed and launched a comprehensive website for the Vision Metanoia NGO, completing end-to-end UX/UI work including generative user research, UI design, usability testing, and final implementation.

UX Research UI Design Usability Testing Responsive Web Design

Graphic Designer & UX Researcher

Hail Earth Online

Feb 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Collaborated with the core UX/UI design team to conduct user research, refine product strategies, and improve design usability. Also created digital illustrations and print-ready vector graphics for print-on-demand merchandise.

User Research Product Strategy Usability Graphic Design Digital Illustration

Design Professor

C.A.R.E Group of Institutions

Nov 2020 - Mar 2023 (2 years 4 months)

Coordinated a multidisciplinary design studio combining graphic design with user-centric design concepts, serving as a graphic design mentor and art club coordinator. Acted as a design consultant for Trichy City Corporation representing the university on public-facing design initiatives.

Graphic Design User Centric Design Design mentoring Art Club Coordination Design Consulting visual communication

Architectural Intern

APGBC & Parallax Architects

Dec 2016 - May 2017 (5 months)

Contributed to spatial planning and design optimization by applying foundational human-centered design principles to physical environments.

Optimization Human Centered Design

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

School of Planning and Architecture (Vijayawada)

Master of Architecture, Architecture

2018 - 2020

Master of Architecture from the School of Planning and Architecture in Vijayawada (2018–2020).

School of Planning and Architecture (Vijayawada)

Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture

2013 - 2018

Grade: Second Prize for Annual Academic Proficiency (2016–2017)

Bachelor of Architecture from the School of Planning and Architecture in Vijayawada (2013–2018). Awarded Second Prize for Annual Academic Proficiency in the fourth year (2016–2017).