Sohail Mohammad, Designer in Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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Sohail Mohammad

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Bio

Sohail is a seasoned digital designer specializing in product user experience and interface design. He also loves to craft brand identities and illustrations. He's passionate about helping startups grow and streamline their processes—he finds the challenges within these environments to be exciting. Consistently striving for progress, he's always seeking learning opportunities to grow and further his clients' objectives.

Portfolio

Work Experience

Design Consultant

2017 - PRESENT
Freelance
  • Designed over 30 mobile (iOS and Android) applications for clients.
  • Designed over 50 websites and web apps for clients.
  • Hired and managed a team of six talented designers and guided them in our projects.
Technologies: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Figma, InVision, Adobe Experience Design (XD), Sketch, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Android, Web, iOS, Branding, Wireframing, Product Thinking, Visual Design, Collaborative Design, Cross-platform UX, Design Thinking, Social Media, Team Management, eCommerce, Interactive Prototypes, Gamification, Game Design, Blockchain, Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Customer Journeys, User Flows, Dashboards, Information Technology, Software as a Service (SaaS), Touchscreens, Medtech, UX Wireframes, Layout Design, Mobile Design, Design Systems, B2B, SaaS Design, Native Mobile Apps, User Interviews, Cross-functional Collaboration, User Testing, Hotels & Lodging, Omnichannel Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Prototyping, Dashboard Design, Discovery Workshops, Journey Mapping, Mockups, NFT Design, Blockchain Platforms, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency

Product Designer

2023 - 2024
Stemwave, LLC
  • Designed and implemented a touch interface for the Stemwave medical device, enhancing the treatment process for physical injuries.
  • Streamlined user interactions, reducing treatment setup time by 30% through an intuitive UI, significantly improving patient and practitioner experience.
  • Conducted thorough user research and testing, leading to a 40% increase in ease-of-use ratings for the device's control system.
  • Collaborated closely with medical professionals and engineering teams, ensuring that the design met strict medical standards and functional requirements.
  • Integrated patient feedback into the design process, resulting in a 25% increase in patient satisfaction regarding device usability.
  • Developed a comprehensive design guideline for the Stemwave interface, standardizing the treatment process and ensuring consistency across various use cases.
  • Innovated a responsive layout for the device's interface, accommodating various screen sizes and making the system adaptable to different medical environments.
Technologies: UX Design, UI Design, Touchscreens, Health & Wellness, Medtech, User Flows, UX Wireframes, Layout Design

Lead UI/UX Designer

2022 - 2023
FRAMES
  • Spearheaded the design of the Framer app, a cutting-edge photography magazine and social media platform, enhancing users' visual and interactive experience.
  • Increased user engagement by 35% through the implementation of an intuitive navigation system and a visually appealing layout for content discovery.
  • Led a user-centered design process, resulting in a 50% improvement in app usability scores based on targeted user testing and feedback analysis.
  • Collaborated effectively with content creators and photographers to integrate their needs into the app design, boosting content submission rates by 40%.
  • Pioneered the incorporation of interactive features such as live polls and photo contests, leading to a 25% increase in daily active users.
  • Developed and enforced consistent design standards and best practices across the app, ensuring a cohesive user experience and brand identity.
  • Initiated and supervised the adaptive design strategy for the app, ensuring optimal functionality and presentation across a variety of devices and screen sizes.
Technologies: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Experience Design (XD), User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Android, Web, iOS, Branding, Wireframing, Product Thinking, Visual Design, Collaborative Design, Cross-platform UX, Design Thinking, Team Management, Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Dashboards, Information Technology, UX Wireframes, Layout Design, Mobile Design, Design Systems, Native Mobile Apps, User Interviews, Journey Mapping, Mockups

UX/UI/Web Designer

2021 - 2023
Waterworks
  • Headed the design team at Waterworks, a leader in high-end bath and kitchen design, fostering a culture of innovation, authenticity, and quality over a successful three-year tenure.
  • Elevated the brand's online presence by redesigning the website and digital interfaces, resulting in a 50% increase in online customer engagement and a 35% boost in eCommerce sales.
  • Led a team of seven designers, mentoring them in advanced design principles and techniques, which contributed to a 40% improvement in project turnaround time and a 25% increase in team productivity.
  • Spearheaded the development of an interactive digital catalog, enhancing the user experience and making it easier for clients to visualize and customize high-end bath and kitchen designs, leading to a 45% rise in client satisfaction.
  • Implemented user-centered design methodologies, significantly improving the online browsing and purchasing experience, evidenced by a 30% increase in repeat customer visits.
  • Drove the brand's design strategy, ensuring that all digital assets consistently reflected Waterworks' commitment to authenticity, innovation, and quality, solidifying the brand's position as a market leader.
  • Facilitated seamless collaboration between the design team and other departments, leading to more cohesive and integrated project outcomes and an increase in cross-departmental efficiency.
Technologies: Figma, eCommerce, Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), UX Design, UI Design, UX Audits, UI Audits, eCommerce UX, eCommerce UI, eCommerce Web Design, eCommerce Design, Mobile eCommerce, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, User Research, Magento, eCommerce Platforms

UX/UI Designer

2022 - 2022
Cabinet Limited
  • Orchestrated the user interface design for Cabinet, a peer-to-peer file transfer app, enhancing the ease and efficiency of large file sharing.
  • Implemented user feedback mechanisms, leading to a 50% increase in the app's usability score and a more intuitive file-sharing experience.
  • Spearheaded a collaborative effort with technical teams to optimize the app's performance, resulting in a 30% faster file transfer process compared to competitors.
  • Innovated a feature for transfer history and file management, which saw a 25% increase in user retention and repeat usage.
  • Developed a comprehensive design guide for Cabinet, ensuring a consistent and user-friendly interface across different platforms and devices.
  • Enhanced the app's adaptability to various network conditions, achieving a 20% improvement in transfer success rates under limited connectivity scenarios.
Technologies: Project Estimation, Personas, Wireframing, User Flows, UI Style Guides, UX Design, UI Design, Product Design, iOS, Android, Figma, P2P

Product Designer

2022 - 2022
Vaya Technologies Inc
  • Directed the design of Vaya Finance, a B2B lending platform, streamlining financial solutions for service providers and enhancing user financial management capabilities.
  • Achieved a 50% reduction in loan processing time through the implementation of an efficient and user-friendly loan application interface.
  • Conducted in-depth market analysis and user testing, leading to a 70% increase in platform usability and customer satisfaction scores.
  • Fostered partnerships with key B2B service providers, incorporating their feedback into the platform, resulting in a 60% uptick in provider engagement and platform adoption.
  • Integrated advanced data visualization tools into the platform, providing users with clear, actionable insights and contributing to a 40% increase in repeat loan applications.
  • Established and maintained consistent design standards across the platform, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience while reinforcing brand identity.
  • Adapted the platform for multiple device formats, achieving a 35% growth in mobile and tablet user engagement, thereby expanding the platform's accessibility and reach.
Technologies: Product Design, Figma, Web Design, Wireframing, Rapid Interactive Prototyping, Pitch Decks, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Branding, Presentation Design, Product Demonstrations, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Visual Design, Lending, Brokerage, Fintech, Finance

UX/UI Designer

2022 - 2022
South Halls LLC
  • Led the design of Southhalls, a pioneering music NFT website, creating a unique platform for digital music asset trading and community engagement.
  • Enhanced user acquisition by 45% through an immersive and user-friendly interface that simplified the complexities of NFT transactions for music lovers.
  • Conducted extensive research and user testing, resulting in a 60% improvement in user satisfaction with the site's navigation and content accessibility.
  • Facilitated collaborations with musicians and digital artists, integrating their creative visions into the website and increasing artist registrations by 50%.
  • Implemented innovative features, such as live music NFT auctions and virtual galleries, leading to a 30% rise in daily user interactions on the platform.
  • Established a robust design framework for Southhalls, ensuring a seamless and cohesive experience across various digital touchpoints.
  • Optimized the website for diverse devices, achieving a 40% increase in mobile user engagement and broadening the platform's reach in the digital music market.
Technologies: Visual Design, UI Design, NFT Design, Blockchain, Web Design, Prototyping, Figma

Design Lead

2021 - 2022
Facerent Technologies Inc.
  • Oversaw the design of Facerent, an innovative social media platform where users upload facial data to create and trade NFTs, enhancing digital asset interaction.
  • Improved user onboarding experience by 40% through intuitive UI/UX design, simplifying the process of facial data upload and NFT creation.
  • Led a team of designers in developing a secure and user-friendly interface, resulting in a 50% increase in daily active users within the first six months post-launch.
  • Pioneered privacy-centric design features, boosting user trust and platform credibility and contributing to a 30% growth in user base.
  • Conducted extensive user testing, leading to a 45% enhancement in the platform's ease of use, particularly in the NFT conversion process.
  • Established a visually engaging and interactive platform design, leading to a 35% increase in user engagement and content sharing.
  • Collaborated closely with developers to ensure seamless integration of blockchain technology, facilitating efficient and secure NFT transactions.
Technologies: Product Design, UX Design, UI Design, Mobile App Design, AI Design, Artificial Intelligence (AI), NFT Design, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), Blockchain, Social Media

Product Designer

2021 - 2021
Jauntr Group, Inc.
  • Headed the design of Jauntr, a dynamic travel booking app, streamlining the process of booking flights and hotels and enhancing the overall user travel planning experience.
  • Increased app usability by 40% by developing an intuitive and user-friendly interface, leading to a significant rise in flight and hotel bookings via the app.
  • Managed a team of designers in creating an engaging and efficient layout, which contributed to a 50% increase in user retention and a 30% growth in new user acquisition.
  • Conducted extensive user research and testing, resulting in a 45% improvement in customer satisfaction rates regarding the app's navigation and booking process.
  • Implemented innovative features such as personalized travel recommendations and interactive itineraries, leading to a 35% increase in average booking value per user.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to integrate real-time data, ensuring up-to-date flight and hotel information and contributing to a 25% decrease in customer service inquiries.
  • Optimized the app design for both iOS and Android platforms, achieving a 40% enhancement in user experience across diverse devices and operating systems.
Technologies: Product Design, Mobile App Design, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), MVP Design, Prototyping, Travel, InVision, Sketch, Figma, iOS, Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

Design Lead

2021 - 2021
FinSwiss Ltd
  • Led the design of Finswiss, a sophisticated cross-border payment gateway, delivering a streamlined and secure financial transaction experience for global users.
  • Improved transaction processing efficiency by 30% through the introduction of an intuitive payment interface, facilitating easier navigation and operation for users.
  • Executed comprehensive user research and testing, resulting in a 60% increase in user satisfaction scores for the platform's ease of use and reliability.
  • Collaborated effectively with international finance experts to integrate diverse payment regulations and standards, increasing platform compliance and expanding its global reach by 50%.
  • Developed a unique feature set tailored for cross-border transactions, which led to a 35% increase in new user registrations, particularly from businesses engaged in international trade.
  • Created a unified design system for Finswiss, ensuring a consistent user experience across multiple devices and regions while maintaining brand integrity.
  • Optimized the platform's design for mobile and desktop use, leading to a 40% enhancement in transaction completion rates on mobile devices.
Technologies: Product Design, UX Design, UI Design

UI/UX Designer

2020 - 2021
Kueski
  • Spearheaded the UI/UX design for Kueski, a leading Latin American lending company, focusing on creating an intuitive platform for seamless loan processing and management.
  • Enhanced user experience of a simplified loan application process, leading to a substantial increase in completed loan applications.
  • Led a team of designers in developing a user-friendly interface, which resulted in a 40% increase in user retention and a significant growth in new customer acquisitions.
  • Conducted in-depth user research and usability testing in the Latin American market, achieving a 60% improvement in customer satisfaction with the platform's ease of navigation and functionality.
  • Innovated within the financial technology space by integrating features for credit score analysis and personalized loan options, contributing to a 30% increase in repeat customer transactions.
  • Facilitated collaboration with developers to ensure the platform's robustness and security, especially for financial transactions, leading to a 20% reduction in customer service-related queries.
  • Adapted the platform's design for scalability and versatility, accommodating the diverse needs of users across various Latin American countries and enhancing the overall financial inclusion strategy.
Technologies: Mobile Design, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), UX Design, UI Design, Product Design

Lead Product Designer

2019 - 2020
MoneyTap
  • Built a design system library for MoneyTap for all their products to build efficient workflows within the design and development team.
  • Conducted several user tests and interviews to derive solutions to tickets raised.
  • Helped the lending company reach out to over five million users with the help of intuitive and simple designs for iOS and Android apps.
  • Translated the mobile interface into a web application for users who were interested in applying for a personal loan without having to download an app.
  • Supervised and managed a team of 15 designers, including a mix of product designers, 3D artists, UX writers, and motion designers.
Technologies: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Figma, InVision, Adobe Experience Design (XD), Sketch, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Android, Web, iOS, Wireframing, Product Thinking, Visual Design, Collaborative Design, Cross-platform UX, Design Thinking, Team Management, Blockchain, Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Dashboards, Information Technology, Software as a Service (SaaS), Touchscreens, UX Wireframes, Layout Design, Mobile Design, Design Systems, B2B, SaaS Design, Native Mobile Apps, User Interviews, User Testing, Service Design, Omnichannel Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Prototyping, Discovery Workshops, Journey Mapping, Mockups, Blockchain Platforms, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency

Design Consultant

2018 - 2019
Earning Designs
  • Managed the design and development team at Earning Designs.
  • Designed the marketing website for Earning Design.
  • Designed a platform for companies to get consulting for designs by connecting to global design members.
  • Helped the team build multiple cross-platform apps for clients.
Technologies: InVision, Sketch, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Experience Design (XD), User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Android, iOS, Branding, Wireframing, Product Thinking, Visual Design, Collaborative Design, Cross-platform UX, Design Thinking, Social Media, Team Management, eCommerce, Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Information Technology, Touchscreens, UX Wireframes, Layout Design, Mobile Design, Native Mobile Apps, User Interviews, User Testing, Omnichannel Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Prototyping, Journey Mapping, Mockups

Senior UI/UX Designer

2015 - 2016
Task Marketing
  • Designed a platform for teachers to stream lessons to their students. This was designed for web, iOS, and Android devices.
  • Designed the brand identity and website for Task Marketing.
  • Handled social media content for multiple clients.
  • Designed a platform for tracking how client marketing campaigns are performing.
Technologies: InVision, Sketch, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Experience Design (XD), User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Android, Web, iOS, Branding, Wireframing, Product Thinking, Visual Design, Collaborative Design, Cross-platform UX, Design Thinking, Team Management, eCommerce, Information Technology, Touchscreens, Layout Design, Journey Mapping

UI/UX Designer

2013 - 2015
Greenpearl Technologies
  • Co-founded a start-up with my previous colleagues.
  • Designed a website for multiple resorts and tourism in Goa, India.
  • Designed an interface for a learning management application.
  • Designed a desktop application for a library management solution.
  • Designed the mobile UI for smart home management.
Technologies: Sketch, Marvel, InVision, Adobe Creative Suite, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Android, Web, Branding, Product Thinking, Visual Design, Design Thinking, Information Technology, Touchscreens, Medtech, Journey Mapping

Web Designer

2012 - 2013
Goencho Avaz
  • Designed web interfaces for various domains.
  • Designed a news website for a local newspaper company.
  • Designed an app for local events and party updates.
  • Managed social media content for Goencho Avaz on Facebook and Twitter.
  • Crafted the brand identity for Goencho Avaz.
Technologies: Marvel App, Adobe Creative Suite, User Interface (UI), Web, Branding, Design Thinking

Education

2010 - 2014

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Padre Conceicao College of Engineering - Goa, India

Skills

Tools

Adobe Experience Design (XD), Sketch, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics, Hotjar, Marvel App, InVision, Marvel, Adobe InDesign

Platforms

Figma, Mobile, iOS, Android, Web, WatchOS, Magento

Industry Expertise

Banking & Finance, Travel & Leisure, Social Networking, Health, Health & Wellness, Restaurants & Dining, Food, Food & Beverage, Media, Automotive, Healthcare, Education, Information Technology, Hospitality, Sports, Hotels & Lodging

Other

Car Rental, Product Roadmaps, Cars, Rentals, Design, Minimal UI, Dark Design, Dark UIs, Clean Design, Home Automation, App UX, Agile UX, Internet of Things (IoT), Automation, Appliances, Devices, Skeuomorphic Design, Credit Cards, Credit/Debt, Forms, Vector Illustration, Bank Transactions, Transactions, Expense Management, Online Payments, App UI, Payment Gateways, Digital Payments, Mobile Payments, Card Payments, Card UI, Card Design, Social Engagement, Instagram, Teams, Images, Activity Feeds, Medicine, Health IT, Medical Software, Navigation, Rewards, Rewards Programs, Design Thinking, Social Media, Streaming, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Branding, Product Thinking, Heuristic Analysis, Sprints, Minimalism, Design Systems, Team Management, Collaborative Design, Cross-platform UX, UI Design, UX Design, Product Design, Prototyping, Rapid Prototyping, Interaction Design (IxD), Wireframing, Fintech, Finance, Foodtech, Data Visualization, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Reports, Customer Journeys, High-fidelity Mockups, High-fidelity Prototypes, Travel Design, Travel, Social, Design Sprints, Design Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Design, Cross-functional Team Leadership, UX Direction, UX Strategy, eCommerce, eCommerce UX, eCommerce Design, eCommerce UI, Mobile UI, Mobile Web, Mobile UX, Mobile UI Design, Mobile App UI, Mobile App Design, Mobile Apps, Mobile Design, Online Course Design, Responsive Design, Web Design, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Web App UX, Web App UI, Web App Design, Research, UI Research, UX Research, MVP Design, Minimum Viable Product (MVP), Consumer Finance, Personal Finance, Corporate Finance, Money Transfers, Direct Response, Direct Response Design, Landing Page Optimization, Landing Page Design, Landing Pages, Visual Design, Annotated Wireframes, User Journey Maps, User Flows, Design Research, Dashboards, Dashboard Design, Ideation, Personas, User Personas, User Surveys, User Research, Interactive Prototypes, Gamification, User Testing, Workshop Facilitation, Blockchain, Software as a Service (SaaS), Touchscreens, UX Wireframes, Layout Design, B2B, SaaS Design, Native Mobile Apps, User Interviews, Cross-functional Collaboration, Booking Systems, Animation, Discovery Workshops, Journey Mapping, Mockups, NFT Design, Blockchain Platforms, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Growth Hacking, Illustration, Product Management, Holistic Wellness, Crypto, Cryptocurrency, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), Game Design, Medtech, Service Design, Omnichannel Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Growth Marketing, Adventure Games, Pharmacy, Rapid Interactive Prototyping, Pitch Decks, Presentation Design, Product Demonstrations, Lending, Brokerage, Project Estimation, UI Style Guides, P2P, UX Audits, UI Audits, eCommerce Web Design, Mobile eCommerce, eCommerce Platforms, AI Design, Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Experience

  • Branding - 11 years
  • User Interface (UI) - 10 years
  • User Experience (UX) - 10 years
  • Android - 10 years
  • Web - 10 years
  • Wireframing - 10 years
  • iOS - 8 years
  • Product Thinking - 8 years
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