Top Talent like Archana are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Archana Vishwanath

UX Designer
User Researcher
Toronto, ON, CA
User-Centered Design
UX research
Usability Testing
Adobe Creative Cloud
Figma
UX
User Research
UX Strategy
Heuristic Evaluation
User Personas
UI/UX Design
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Innovative UX/UI Designer with a Passion for User-Centered, Technology-Enhanced Solutions
Experienced designer with a passion for creating user-focused solutions that blend design, technology, and AI innovation. I’ve worked on AI integration in UX projects, improving usability and crafting impactful experiences across industries. Currently preparing for an exciting move to Canada, I’m open to collaborating with clients globally. When I’m not designing, I enjoy exploring new ideas, rewatching favorite sitcoms, and spending time with my cat, Granola.

Work History

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Interaction Designer

ValueLabsFull-time EmployeeApr 2023 - Nov 2024 • 1 yr 8 mosAs an Interaction Designer, I led UX and interaction design for projects involving cross-functional product and engineering teams across time zones. My contributions included defining the project discovery phase, conducting research to derive actionable insights, and steering the project flow. I navigated ambiguous briefs to identify key features, develop user stories, and design information architecture. Additionally, I drove concept creation, ideation, and user journey mapping, while crafting detailed wireframes and prototypes to bring features to life. I also supported the hiring process, helping to build a strong and collaborative design team.
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Service Designer

LinkJul 2022 - Dec 2022 • 6 mosPlanned and executed user research and analysis based on client needs to develop problem statements. Researched and suggested design thinking and service design frameworks and techniques.
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Generalist

Udhyam Learning FoundationDec 2020 - Jun 2022 • 1 yr 7 mosWas part of the Quality and Scale Lab where I worked on two chatbot based learning tools. Planned and executed various user research usability testing phases. Planned and executed changes based on research findings and insights derived. Worked on the content and conversational experience of the chatbots. Conducted onboarding and training workshops for new team members.
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Design Intern

VIP Industries LimitedJul 2019 - Dec 2019 • 6 mosThis was my MDes graduation project. Planned and executed user research on how people interact with their bags. Conducted trend studies to derive mood boards and concept boards. Ideated on solutions focused on functional aspects such as comfort, accessibility, organisation, etc. Designed and prototyped a range of women's bags focused on functionality.
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Designer

Art House EnterprisesJun 2016 - May 2017 • 1 yrAs a Designer, likely contributed to creating visual content, collaborating with teams to develop design concepts, and enhancing brand aesthetics.

Education

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National Institute of Design

MDes, Lifestyle Accessory Design2017 - 2020
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SIES Graduate School Of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Printing and Packaging Technology2010 - 2014
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SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce

HSC2008 - 2010
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Smt. Sulochanadevi Singhania High School

1996 - 2008

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
Innovative UX/UI Designer with a Passion for User-Centered, Technology-Enhanced Solutions
Experienced designer with a passion for creating user-focused solutions that blend design, technology, and AI innovation. I’ve worked on AI integration in UX projects, improving usability and crafting impactful experiences across industries. Currently preparing for an exciting move to Canada, I’m open to collaborating with clients globally. When I’m not designing, I enjoy exploring new ideas, rewatching favorite sitcoms, and spending time with my cat, Granola.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Archana are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Archana Vishwanath

UX Designer
User Researcher
Toronto, ON, CA
User-Centered Design
UX research
Usability Testing
Adobe Creative Cloud
Figma
UX
User Research
UX Strategy
Heuristic Evaluation
User Personas
UI/UX Design
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

V

Interaction Designer

ValueLabsFull-time EmployeeApr 2023 - Nov 2024 • 1 yr 8 mosAs an Interaction Designer, I led UX and interaction design for projects involving cross-functional product and engineering teams across time zones. My contributions included defining the project discovery phase, conducting research to derive actionable insights, and steering the project flow. I navigated ambiguous briefs to identify key features, develop user stories, and design information architecture. Additionally, I drove concept creation, ideation, and user journey mapping, while crafting detailed wireframes and prototypes to bring features to life. I also supported the hiring process, helping to build a strong and collaborative design team.
L

Service Designer

LinkJul 2022 - Dec 2022 • 6 mosPlanned and executed user research and analysis based on client needs to develop problem statements. Researched and suggested design thinking and service design frameworks and techniques.
U

Generalist

Udhyam Learning FoundationDec 2020 - Jun 2022 • 1 yr 7 mosWas part of the Quality and Scale Lab where I worked on two chatbot based learning tools. Planned and executed various user research usability testing phases. Planned and executed changes based on research findings and insights derived. Worked on the content and conversational experience of the chatbots. Conducted onboarding and training workshops for new team members.
V

Design Intern

VIP Industries LimitedJul 2019 - Dec 2019 • 6 mosThis was my MDes graduation project. Planned and executed user research on how people interact with their bags. Conducted trend studies to derive mood boards and concept boards. Ideated on solutions focused on functional aspects such as comfort, accessibility, organisation, etc. Designed and prototyped a range of women's bags focused on functionality.
A

Designer

Art House EnterprisesJun 2016 - May 2017 • 1 yrAs a Designer, likely contributed to creating visual content, collaborating with teams to develop design concepts, and enhancing brand aesthetics.

Education

N

National Institute of Design

MDes, Lifestyle Accessory Design2017 - 2020
S

SIES Graduate School Of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Printing and Packaging Technology2010 - 2014
S

SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce

HSC2008 - 2010
S

Smt. Sulochanadevi Singhania High School

1996 - 2008

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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