From IT Engineer to Branding & UX Nerd: A Journey Fueled by Curiosity & Caffeine
Experience
β¦ Hi, my name is Ashitosh Hiremath, a Product Designer committed to design solutions that are Data-Driven, Business-Oriented and User-Focused.
β¦ Previously a brand designer for startups shaping visual identities, maintaining UI consistencies and digital experiences
Mindset
β¦ Transitioned into product design to craft scalable solutions that have intent.
β¦ Highly feedback-driven, curious, self-starter and analytical, with a strong problem-solving mindset to create intuitive design solutions.
Education
β¦ Masterβs in Digital Media (Interaction Design) from Toronto Metropolitan University and a Bachelorβs in Information Technology from the University of Mumbai.
β¦ I've honed my skills through partnering with B2B, B2C, DTC and e-commerce companies.
Passion
β¦ Inclined towards Design Systems, Accessibility, Business Metrics, and AI.
β¦ I solve challenges with a structured, process-driven approach, always exploring, iterating, and innovating.
My Design Principles
β¦ Obsess Over the Problem, Not the Solution
β¦ Accessible design = Better for all
β¦ Design Consistency builds credibility
β¦ Fail-fast Mindset, Rinse and Repeat
How I work in a team
β¦ Clear Communication
β¦ Always asking questions
β¦ Giving and Receiving Feedback
β¦ Connecting with Individuals 1 on 1
My Interests
β¦ Podcasts
β¦ Tennis
β¦ Learning about Product Design
β¦ Content Creation on LinkedIn & Instagram
Giving back to the design community
I believe the best way to learn is by teaching. Thatβs why I share UX best practices and design insights on Instagram @ArticulatingDesign and LinkedIn to support and uplift designers who are just starting out! π§π»βπ»π©π½βπ»
Outside of design, I enjoy exploring various activities that help me unwind, stay creative, and recharge for new challenges.
