Kavitha Sankaran
Product Designer from New Jersey
Helping businesses turn complex user problems into clear, intuitive experiences that improve retention, reduce friction, and drive conversions.
2+ years in UX, working at the intersection of research, AI, and dev-friendly design.
Ready to Explore More
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Excited to share my Project Works
Duration : 8 weeks (Dec 2025 - Feb 2026)
Product Based Case study | Travel
Duration : 8 weeks (Dec 2025 - Feb 2026)
Product Based Case study | Travel
Airbnb Quick Compare: A Redesigned Wishlist Experience
Users struggled to confidently choose a stay from their saved list, relying on the organizer while scrolling between listings increased cognitive load and delayed decisions.
After introducing a dedicated Quick Compare experience with side by side clarity and lightweight emoji voting, 100% of test users found decision making easier, booking confidence increased to 4.6 out of 5, and all organizers expressed intent to reserve, indicating stronger alignment and improved conversion potential.
TOOLS : Figma, CHATGPT, Google Form
Duration : 11 weeks (Jan 2025 - Apr 2026)
B2C SAAS | FinTech
Duration : 8 weeks (Dec 2025 - Feb 2026)
Product Based Case study | Travel
Smartcd.ai - AI Powered Fixed Income Investment Platform
Designed an AI-powered fintech platform to compare Bank CDs, Brokerage CDs, and U.S. Treasuries using personalized after-tax returns, eliminating manual calculations across 3 product types in one unified view.
Redesigned the results experience from vertical to horizontal layout and validated after-tax yield as the core differentiator — preferred by 90% of 51 users and a feature missing from 100% of competitors. Introduced AI match scoring, "Why This Fits" insights, and explicit action flows (Tax Breakdown + Provider), improving decision clarity and building user trust through transparency over black-box recommendations.
TOOLS : Figma, Claude, Google Form
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A glimpse into my UI Design Highlights
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Skills in Action: Bringing ideas to Life
✨ I can design user-centered journeys, solve pain points , and plan for future improvements
Tools Behind the Work
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Career Journey: From Learning to Creating
Product Manager Accelerator , AI UX Design Intern , United States ( Sep 2025 - April 2026 )
Smartcd.ai | Product Designer ( Project-level ownership )
• Designed an AI-powered fintech platform to compare Bank CDs, Brokerage CDs, and U.S. Treasuries using personalized after-tax returns, eliminating manual calculations across 3 product types in one unified view
• Validated after-tax yield as the core product differentiator — a feature missing from 100% of competitors — through research with 51 users, achieving a 90% intent rate
• Redesigned the results experience from vertical cards to a horizontal comparison table, reducing cognitive load and enabling faster, more confident decision-making
• Introduced AI match scoring, "Why This Fits" insights, and explicit action flows (Tax Breakdown + Provider), improving decision clarity and building user trust through transparency over black-box recommendations
BrightPath – AI-Driven School Comparison Platform | Product Designer ( Project-level ownership )
• Increased comparison-page conversion by 70% by resolving a usability issue that caused 40% user
drop-off and clarifying the primary CTA with an “Added Schools” state.
• Led end-to-end UX for an AI-powered B2C platform, helping parents discover and compare schools
efficiently.
• Designed user flows and onboarding journeys to reduce friction and improve task completion,
along with conversational AI chatbot experiences using Figma and FigJam.
• Strengthened product decisions through Maze usability testing by setting up task based evaluations, analyzing heatmaps, and applying user insights to optimize onboarding, filters, and comparison flows across sprints.
BeProEx , UX/UI Design Intern , United States ( June 2025 - August 2025 )
• Gained hands-on experience in design system development (color palette, typography, reusable components, and variants) and interface implementation using Figma.
• Designed and implemented UI features including Menu Popup, Account Settings, Document Vault, and Billing & Subscription interfaces.
• Contributed to Guide pages (1, 4, and 7) by applying evolving design vision and ensuring consistency through collaboration with the team.
• Collaborated in an Agile environment with daily Scrum meetings, adapting to changing requirements while maintaining attention to detail and effective communication.
StreamerStakes , UX/UI Design Intern , United States ( Oct 2024 - Mar 2025 )
• Conducted user research and usability testing for the gaming platform of StreamerStakes, enhancing design decisions.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve UI consistency and accessibility design.
• Synthesized feedback into design iterations, improving visual hierarchy and layout across the homepage and dashboard.
• Presented concepts to senior designers and responded constructively to feedback to refine outcomes.
Systems Technology Group (STG), Software Engineer, India ( May 2014 - Apr 2017 )
• Created and maintained UI prototypes to enhance front-end functionality across multiple modules for the MyMBFS app.
• Customized contact and profile pages dynamically using segment widgets and logic-based components.
• Integrated conditional UI logic for email templates, improving personalization based on user login states.
• Ensured consistency across visual components, supporting a seamless user experience.
• Delivered features ahead of deadlines through close collaboration with QA and design teams in an Agile development environment.
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Words That Matter : Voices of Trust and Support
Dr. Nancy Li
Founder /Mentor
Product Manager Accelerator
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I highly recommend Kavitha Sankaran, who successfully completed our 11-week AI Product Management Bootcamp and led the launch of BrightPath. She demonstrated strong technical skills, ownership, and teamwork across the entire product development cycle. Kavitha Sankaran would be a valuable addition to any AI Design team.
-United States
Brad Mills
Founder - BeProEx
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Kavi has been an enthusiastic and dependable member of the BeProEx team during her internship from June 2 to August 18, 2025. She contributed to both the Expert Portal and Guide sections, working diligently on design system elements, interface components, and page layouts. Her attention to detail, responsiveness to feedback, and ability to collaborate effectively with the team made her a valued contributor. We appreciate her professionalism and creative approach throughout her time with us.
-United States
Shlok Sharma
Founder - StreamerStakes
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Working with Kavitha at StreamerStakes was an absolute pleasure. She approached everything with thoughtfulness, clarity, and a strong sense of ownership. Her feedback on the platform was always detailed, insightful, and actionable — she had a great eye for both the user experience and the underlying logic of how things worked. Her reports consistently helped us improve the product in ways that mattered. Beyond that, she was reliable, sharp, and brought a calm, focused energy to the team. I’d work with her again in a heartbeat
-United States
Anudeep Ayyagari
UX Mentor
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I've got to say, I'm really impressed with how you've handled your capstone project in the UX Design Career Accelerator Program. You've always been on top of your deadlines and your dedication was just awesome. Any company would be lucky to have you onboard because you're not just skilled, but also super reliable and always punctual. All the best for your future endeavors
-India
Work that didn't just get made. It got recognized.
Awards recognizing not just execution, but strategic thinking, collaboration, and real user impact.
Growth School
PM Accelerator (Product Design)
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Turning everyday design observations into UX stories.
Every week I share my reflections on LinkedIn — here’s a glimpse
Learning, Growing, and Getting Certified
Selected certifications that reflect my growth and skills as a designer
You Made It
This portfolio is just the beginning.
Open to UX designer roles, and freelance opportunities where I can continue learning, shaping experiences, and growing every step of the way as a designer.
Grateful for your time and interest in my journey. Let’s work together — connect with me through Email or Mobile
732-705-7862 (United States +1)
Full Work Authorization: Valid U.S. Work Permit
(No sponsorship required)
Kavitha Sankaran
Product Designer from New Jersey
Helping businesses turn complex user problems into clear, intuitive experiences that improve retention, reduce friction, and drive conversions.
2+ years in UX, working at the intersection of research, AI, and dev-friendly design.
Excited to share my Project Works
Airbnb Quick Compare: A Redesigned Wishlist Experience
Users struggled to confidently choose a stay from their saved list, relying on the organizer while scrolling between listings increased cognitive load and delayed decisions.
After introducing a dedicated Quick Compare experience with side by side clarity and lightweight emoji voting, 100% of test users found decision making easier, booking confidence increased to 4.6 out of 5, and all organizers expressed intent to reserve, indicating stronger alignment and improved conversion potential.
TOOLS : Figma, CHATGPT, Google Form
Duration : 8 weeks (Dec 2025 - Feb 2026 )
Product Based Case study | Travel
Duration : 8 weeks (Dec 2025 - Feb 2026 )
Product Based Case study | Travel
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Duration : 11 weeks (Jan 2025 - Apr 2026)
B2C SAAS | FinTech
Duration : 11 weeks (Jan 2025 - Apr 2026)
B2C SAAS | FinTech
Smartcd.ai - AI Powered Fixed Income Investment Platform
Designed an AI-powered fintech platform to compare Bank CDs, Brokerage CDs, and U.S. Treasuries using personalized after-tax returns, eliminating manual calculations across 3 product types in one unified view.
Redesigned the results experience from vertical to horizontal layout and validated after-tax yield as the core differentiator — preferred by 90% of 51 users and a feature missing from 100% of competitors.
Introduced AI match scoring, "Why This Fits" insights, and explicit action flows (Tax Breakdown + Provider), improving decision clarity and building user trust through transparency over black-box recommendations.
TOOLS : Figma, FigJam, Perplexity, CHATGPT
Skills in Action
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Design Thinking
User Flows
Interaction Design
Iteration
Journey Mapping
Human Centered Design
Artificial Intelligence
Agile & Scrum
Vibe Coding
Initiative
Team Work
Enthusiasm
Tools Behind the Work
Dr. Nanacy Li
Founder / Mentor
Product Manager Accelerator
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I highly recommend Kavitha Sankaran, who successfully completed our 11-week AI Product Management Bootcamp and led the launch of BrightPath. She demonstrated strong technical skills, ownership, and teamwork across the entire product development cycle. Kavitha Sankaran would be a valuable addition to any AI Design team.
Brad Mills
Founder - BeProEx
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Kavi has been an enthusiastic and dependable member of the BeProEx team during her internship from June 2 to August 18, 2025. She contributed to both the Expert Portal and Guide sections, working diligently on design system elements, interface components, and page layouts. Her attention to detail, responsiveness to feedback, and ability to collaborate effectively with the team made her a valued contributor. We appreciate her professionalism and creative approach throughout her time with us.
Shlok Sharma
Founder - StreamerStakes
❝
Working with Kavitha at StreamerStakes was an absolute pleasure. She approached everything with thoughtfulness, clarity, and a strong sense of ownership. Her feedback on the platform was always detailed, insightful, and actionable — she had a great eye for both the user experience and the underlying logic of how things worked. Her reports consistently helped us improve the product in ways that mattered. Beyond that, she was reliable, sharp, and brought a calm, focused energy to the team. I’d work with her again in a heartbeat
Anudeep Ayyagari
UX Mentor
❝
I've got to say, I'm really impressed with how you've handled your capstone project in the UX Design Career Accelerator Program. You've always been on top of your deadlines and your dedication was just awesome. Any company would be lucky to have you onboard because you're not just skilled, but also super reliable and always punctual. All the best for your future endeavors
Words That Matter : Voices of Trust and Support
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Dr. Nanacy Li
Founder / Mentor
Product Manager Accelerator
❝
I highly recommend Kavitha Sankaran, who successfully completed our 11-week AI Product Management Bootcamp and led the launch of BrightPath. She demonstrated strong technical skills, ownership, and teamwork across the entire product development cycle. Kavitha Sankaran would be a valuable addition to any AI Design team.
Brad Mills
Founder - BeProEx
❝
Kavi has been an enthusiastic and dependable member of the BeProEx team during her internship from June 2 to August 18, 2025. She contributed to both the Expert Portal and Guide sections, working diligently on design system elements, interface components, and page layouts. Her attention to detail, responsiveness to feedback, and ability to collaborate effectively with the team made her a valued contributor. We appreciate her professionalism and creative approach throughout her time with us.
Shlok Sharma
Founder - StreamerStakes
❝
Working with Kavitha at StreamerStakes was an absolute pleasure. She approached everything with thoughtfulness, clarity, and a strong sense of ownership. Her feedback on the platform was always detailed, insightful, and actionable — she had a great eye for both the user experience and the underlying logic of how things worked. Her reports consistently helped us improve the product in ways that mattered. Beyond that, she was reliable, sharp, and brought a calm, focused energy to the team. I’d work with her again in a heartbeat
-United States
Anudeep Ayyagari
UX Mentor
❝
I've got to say, I'm really impressed with how you've handled your capstone project in the UX Design Career Accelerator Program. You've always been on top of your deadlines and your dedication was just awesome. Any company would be lucky to have you onboard because you're not just skilled, but also super reliable and always punctual. All the best for your future endeavors
You Made It!
This portfolio is just the beginning.
Open to UX Designer roles, and freelance opportunities where I can continue learning, shaping experiences, and growing every step of the way as a designer.
Grateful for your time and interest in my journey. Let’s work together — connect with me through Email or Mobile
732-705-7862 (United States +1)
Full Work Authorization: Valid U.S. Work Permit
(No sponsorship required)