Sash Mahara
Interaction Designer
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Hi! I'm Sash :)
I've worn many hats but I would call myself an all-compassing designer passionate about shaping the future of human-computer interactions and services through innovative design and deep sense-making. Adept at transforming complex systems into intuitive experiences, with a background in Industrial Design and a dedication to creating impactful, user-centered solutions. Driven by curiosity and motivated to continuously learn, evolve, and push boundaries in design and technology.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
UX/UI Designer & Researcher
LISN Inc
Vancouver, BC
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Communicated with product managers and UX designers to translate project requirements and business objectives into polished user interfaces.
- Conducted market and user behavior research and analysis to improve application usability for 2.0 launch.
- Created graphics and animations for on-boarding pages for mobile application using JSON Lottie.
- Used wireframes, mock-ups and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture.
Product Design Intern
StarFish Medical
Toronto, ON
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Created market research documents to analyze competitors, establish design considerations, and constraints for medical devices.
- Designed and produced CAD drawings and full scale lo-fi prototypes to conduct user testing and investigate design problems.
- Created and presented GUI prototypes to clients and key opinion leaders to gain feedback and improve concept.
- Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features.
Vice President
Rideau River Residence Association
Ottawa, ON
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed administrative duties of association and oversaw hiring and management of 8 staff members and 25 council members all virtually.
- Redesigned company website to establish better online experience and showcase company news and events.
- Coordinated student placement program which helped connect students with internship opportunities in government offices.
- Orchestrated positive media coverage and stakeholder relations as public face of company.
Education
Bachelors of Industrial Design -
Carleton University
09.2018 - 04.2022
Skills
Wireframing
Timeline
UX/UI Designer & Researcher
LISN Inc
09.2021 - 04.2022
Product Design Intern
StarFish Medical
05.2021 - 08.2021
Vice President
Rideau River Residence Association
06.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelors of Industrial Design -
Carleton University
09.2018 - 04.2022
Accomplishments
- Design Thinking Award - 2022 ACIDO Rocket, Ontario Annual Design Competition.
- Award of Excellence - 2022 Carleton University, Annual Award.
- Wim Gilles Memorial Design Award- 2022 Carleton University, Award for good 'form-giving' in a major studio project.
- Micheal Oliver Scholarship - 2020-2022 Scholarship for Academic Performance.
Websites
Quote
Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.
Albert Einstein
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