Hello, I'm Apurva
For the past few years, I’ve been crafting digital experiences that are thoughtful, accessible, and deeply rooted in real human needs.
For me, design isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about understanding people and creating solutions that truly make life better.
This is my Story
Passion brought me here
I’ve always lived at the intersection of creativity and tech. As a kid, I’d bounce between sketchbooks, craft boxes, and tearing apart gadgets just to see how they worked. I was that curious friend who always asked “why”—and that mindset still drives every project I take on.
Eventually, I realized design was more than self-expression—it was a way to improve how people live, work, and connect. That led me to pursue my Master’s in Human-Computer Interaction at DePaul University (graduating June 2025), where I’ve explored everything from UX research to accessibility to product strategy.
Modern users scroll fast
I design experiences that make them
stop, explore, & stay
Make technology feel human
UX DESIGN
Clean, usable interfaces backed by real insights. I turn messy problems into wireframes, flows, and prototypes that just make sense.
PRODUCT STRATEGY
I connect user needs to business goals—guiding features, roadmaps, and priorities with clarity and focus.
AI PRODUCT DESIGN
I design AI tools that feel natural to use—translating technical complexity into friendly, trustworthy experiences.
INTERACTION DESIGN
I sweat the micro-moments. From the first tap to the final scroll, I shape every interaction to feel smooth and intuitive.
Work Experience
Sr. Product Designer
Remo First (Client: Arontel ) · Jul 2025 – Present
UX Researcher
DePaul University · Apr 2024 – Jul 2024
As a UX Researcher, I conducted mixed-methods research on data privacy and user verification. Through surveys and usability testing, I identified critical pain points and achieved a 90% task completion rate. The findings directly informed product decisions, improving user satisfaction and building trust in platform interactions.
Product Designer
DePaul University · Sept 2023 – May 2024
As the Product Designer for a small business client, I redesigned their e-commerce website with WCAG-compliant UX. My efforts led to a 12% SEO improvement and an 18% increase in social media engagement. I also developed a pitch deck and conducted usability tests to enhance business visibility and user experience.
UX/UI Designer
Cognizant Technology Solutions · July 2022 – Jun 2023
At Cognizant, I contributed to a university portal redesign, increasing engagement by 8% and user satisfaction by 10%. I developed a scalable design system in Figma and led WCAG-compliant accessibility improvements. I also conducted competitive research and collaborated cross-functionally to ensure high-quality delivery.
Data Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions · Feb 2021 – July 2022
Automated reporting systems and optimized data pipelines, reducing manual effort by 65%. Recognized with team performance awards for driving a 20% increase in project success.
UI Intern
Verzeo EduTech · Feb 2020 – Apr 2020
Led user feedback analysis and collaborated on a website redesign, improving site usability by 7% and aligning user needs with business goals through cross-functional teamwork.
