Zhiman Bai

Product Designer • User Researcher • UX Designer • Boston, MA, US

Information Architecture

Crafting

Creative Thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Modeling

Sewing

Unity3D

Virtual Reality

Arduino

Usability Testing

Microsoft 365

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketch

Figma

User Flows

Storyboarding

Wireframing

Journey Mapping

3D Design

Prototyping

Product Design

UX research

UI/UX Design

Available for hire fromNegotiable

Full-Time Roles

Contracts

- Expertise in User-Centric Design. - Passionate about Exploring New UX Tech Applications. - Proven Track Record in Enhancing User Satisfaction.

Hi, I'm Zhiman. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Digital Media Art and a graduate degree in Experience Design, where I learned to observe and analyze human behavior in real-world contexts with a focus on emerging technologies and constructed environments. I’m motivated by intentional problem-solving, experienced in design thinking, and driven by empathy to create user-centric designs. As a designer, my passion lies in coupling technological innovation with human communication, emotional tangibility, and self-expression. I'm always looking for opportunities to expand my horizons as a designer and an artist. Please reach out to me if you have any questions or just want to chat! :)

Projects

Marking the Trail

"Marking the Trail" is a project initiated by the collaboration between Northeastern University’s graduate program in Experience design and the city of Quincy, to integrate the iconic history of the President's Trail with the dynamic contemporary developments taking place in the city. Bringing the past and the future together, on a roughly three-mile walk from one end of the trail to the other, near two public transportation stations. Improve an inclusive experience of the trail, to attract a wider audience to experience and explore the President's Trail including activating sidewalks, streetscapes, public squares, and commons, as well as improving signage and artwork along the path.See More

The One

"The One" is a chat robot designed to help people who have lost their loved ones out of pain. It will send the treatment data to the database in real-time. Doctors can observe the patient's condition at any time through our specially designed app to complete the whole treatment process.See More

Plant Chow

"Plant Chow" is a subscription composting service designed specifically for Boston residents of apartments and condominiums, which aims to limit methane generation in landfills and redirect garbage from disposal. Subscribers may easily request food waste pick-up as needed, and to make collecting food trash more enjoyable, we've introduced a subscription surprise "blind box" containing goods such as compost or produce created from the customers' food waste as recompense.See More

Straw Weaving

"Straw Weaving" aims to explore the intersection of traditional weaving techniques and modern electronics through the use of woven materials such as plastic straws and acrylic yarns. Utilizes these materials for creating a "soft" interface e-textile swatch that incorporates a pressure sensor to trigger an LED. When the plastic straw is pressed, the pressure sensor is activated, allowing for the adjustment of the LED brightness. The approach of weaving with straws to create functional objects and smart products offers a unique conceptual framework for exploring the potential of traditional craft practices in the context of modern technology.See More

Work History

UX & UI Design Intern

DiDiNov 2020 - Jul 2021 • 9 mos• Designed the interaction flow and user interface of the DiDi app for elderly users, and supported the process from conception to delivery through prototyping, user testing, and iteration. This work attracted 578k monthly users and increased elderly user satisfaction by 62%. • Developed the interface and interaction design for 5 DiDi B2B websites within 6 months, and monitored product development and iterative enhancements with user feedback and data analysis. Successfully launched all 5 products and simplified user flows. • Created visuals and icons for 4 in-app activities, ensured brand identity alignment, and leveraged marketing data for effective brand promotion. • Collaborated with cross-departmental product managers (PMs) and engineers on 6+ projects, synthesized stakeholder feedback, generated creative ideas, and provided design recommendations to enhance the usability and accessibility of DiDi's B2B and B2C products.

Product Design Intern

Beijing Yunjizhizao Technology Co., Ltd.May 2020 - Aug 2020 • 4 mos• Evolved the product design system to align with brand guidelines, built libraries for design tools to establish a cohesive design language across cross-functional teams, and enhanced visual communication throughout the current products. • Conducted research and analyzed 5+ competing products, and summarized key findings to facilitate strategic improvements in the B2B SaaS. • Communicated with PMs, engineers, and stakeholders to define user needs, and visualized initial design solutions through low-fi prototyping.

Prototyping for Experience Design Teaching Assistant

Northeastern UniversitySep 2022 - Dec 2022 • 4 mos• Mentored 12 students in prototype design study and user experience project development, guided 30+ projects from idea definition to high-fidelity prototyping through weekly discussions and debugging sessions, and earned commendations for effective mentorship. • Led 3 hands-on workshops on prototyping techniques, including 3D modeling (Blender), electronic prototyping (Arduino), and VR technology (Unity). Students were highly engaged and effectively applied these techniques in 4+ assignments. • Assisted the professor with course preparation and teaching, evaluated student projects, and improved students' UX design prototyping knowledge and skills in using advanced tools such as laser cutting, 3D printing, physical computing, and AR and VR technology.

Presenter: “Straw Weaving”

UXPA 2024 International ConferenceJun 2024 - Jun 2024 • 1 mo"Straw Weaving - Innovating a Soft Interactive Interface with Traditional Weaving and Modern Technology”

UX & UI Designer

Mayor’s Office, City of QuincySep 2021 - Dec 2021 • 4 mos• Redesigned a brochure with an updated city map to enhance information findability and the visitor experience. The City of Quincy successfully implemented this comprehensive proposal in March 2022, resulting in improved accessibility for both residents and visitors.

Education

Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Digital Media ArtSep 2015 - Jul 2019

Northeastern University

Master of Fine Arts, Experience DesignSep 2021 - May 2024

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