Rhea Ghelani

UI/UX Designer
Chicago, US.

About

A UI/UX designer with experience in creating clean, scalable digital products. Skilled in MVP launches, design systems, and rapid
prototyping. A strong collaborator with founders and engineers, turning complex workflows into intuitive, user-centered solutions.
Passionate about using AI tools to drive faster product discovery and personalization.

Work

Compact (SaaS/ Enterprise)
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Product Designer

Chicago, IL, US

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Summary

Spearheaded the creation of scalable design systems and product vision alignment for a SaaS/Enterprise company, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive, user-centered solutions.

Highlights

Spearheaded the creation of a scalable design system and component library, boosting design consistency and reducing developer handoff by 30%.

Led product vision alignment and roadmap workshops, proactively identifying and capitalizing on UX opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.

Accelerated MVP feature releases by conducting rapid prototyping, heuristic evaluations, and usability testing, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Fostered a collaborative, feedback-driven design culture by mentoring junior designers and facilitating internal UX reviews, enhancing team capabilities and design quality.

Maestro
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Product Designer

Mumbai, India

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Freelancing

Summary

Designed and delivered responsive, user-centered website interfaces for a construction firm, developing a cohesive visual language and scalable UI components while collaborating closely with clients to optimize layouts and usability.

Highlights

Developed a cohesive visual language with typography, color palette, and scalable UI components, delivering high-fidelity Figma mockups for core pages like Home, About, Projects, and Contact.

Collaborated directly with the client to refine layouts and industry-specific UI patterns, organized components for seamless developer handoff, and improved post-launch service inquiry rates through visually engaging, user-friendly layouts.

Designed a responsive, end-to-end website UI for a construction firm, creating clean, modern interfaces optimized for desktop and mobile platforms.

Once upon our time capsule (Education)
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UX/UI Design Intern

Chicago, IL, US

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Summary

Conducted iterative usability testing and restructured information architecture to improve task success rates and navigation efficiency for child-friendly prototypes.

Highlights

Conducted iterative usability testing to validate design decisions, significantly improving task success rates for educational prototypes.

Delivered high-fidelity, child-friendly prototypes with accessible UX standards within aggressive 2-week sprints.

Restructured information architecture via card sorting, boosting navigation efficiency and task success rates for enhanced user experience.

Navistar (Automotive/ Enterprise)
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UX/UI Design Intern

Remote, Remote, US

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Summary

Conducted mixed-method UX research and rapid prototyping for operational service tools, leveraging AI to automate research synthesis and improve technician efficiency.

Highlights

Executed mixed-method UX research and rapid prototyping initiatives for enhancing operational service tools.

Automated research synthesis and reporting using AI tools, achieving a 30% reduction in analysis time.

Designed and implemented a geolocation-based "Nearby Services" feature, directly improving field technician efficiency and service delivery.

Arovo (E-commerce/ Retail)
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UX/UI Design Intern

Remote, Europe, EU

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Summary

Re-designed responsive UI components for mobile and web platforms, conducted A/B testing, and performed accessibility audits to enhance product discovery and optimize interfaces.

Highlights

Re-designed responsive UI components for mobile and web platforms, leading to a 20% improvement in contact page applications.

Conducted A/B testing on homepage layouts, filtering systems, and product listings, significantly enhancing product discovery.

Performed accessibility audits aligned with WCAG 2.1 standards, optimizing interfaces for screen reader compatibility and broader user access.

Projects

NeuroFlow

(Freelance Design Consulting)

Summary

Led end-to-end product strategy, UX research, and accessibility planning for an AI-enhanced application, delivering equitable and user-centered digital experiences for neurodiverse children. 1. Designed an inclusive, AI-enhanced application, significantly improving engagement and accessibility for vulnerable, neurodiverse children. 2. Directed end-to-end product strategy, UX research, and accessibility planning, ensuring the delivery of equitable, user-centered digital experiences. 3. Optimized user journeys and validated features through rapid prototyping, usability testing, and stakeholder workshops for neurodiverse audiences.

Mad Over Art

Director of Design & Programs (Self-employed)

Summary

Led the design and implementation of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curricula for children, developing product strategy and directing cross-functional teams to create inclusive learning modules. 1. Designed and implemented impactful Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curricula for children, enhancing educational outcomes and emotional development. 2. Developed comprehensive product strategy and roadmap planning, effectively balancing organizational goals with significant community impact. 3. Directed cross-functional teams in co-creating inclusive, culturally relevant learning modules, expanding access for underserved communities.

Education

DePaul University
Chicago, IL, United States of America

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MS

Human-Computer Interaction

Grade: 3.87/4.0

H.R. College of Commerce & Economics
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Bachelors

Management Studies with majors in Marketing

Grade: 3.97/4.0

Certificates

AI in Product Design

Issued By

ELVTR

Generative AI and Augmented LLM using Augmented Generation

Issued By

Nvidia

UX/UI Design Bootcamp

Issued By

Springboard

Skills

Design Software

Figma, FigJam.

UX Research & Strategy

Usability Testing, UX Research, Quantitative and Qualitative Research, User Journey Mapping & Service Design, Heuristic Evaluation, Information Architecture (IA), Card Sorting, Product Strategy.

Prototyping & Wireframing

Prototyping, Wireframing, Rapid Prototyping.

Design Specializations

App Design, Web Design, Product and UX/UI, Micro-animation and Animation, Visual Design, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Design Systems, Accessibility Standards (WCAG 2.1).

AI & Emerging Technologies

AI & Generative Tools, AI-enhanced Applications, Augmented LLM.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Stakeholder Workshops, Developer Handoff, Product Vision Alignment.