Hi, I'm Swapnali

Human-Centered
Researcher & Designer.

10+

Years of Experience

Swapnali Kulkarni

I strongly believe that design shapes our world and determines how we experience life each day.

Greetings! My name is Swapnali Kulkarni. I completed my Masters in User Experience Design from Birmingham City University in 2024. Previously I worked as a Sr. UX designer, crafting digital experiences for legacy applications in Siemens Technology and Services, India.

As an accomplished researcher and published author, I have consistently employed extensive user research methods throughout my career. I am a published author and researcher with recent work published at IEEE's Gaming, Entertainment, Media (GEM 2024) conference in Turin, Italy. My research paper focused on using immersive technologies to support students facing mental health challenges. The title of the research is "Translating Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Strategies to Tackle Anxiety Symptoms in University Students".

My career is marked by a commitment to building digital experiences through improved usability and effective problem-solving for 10+ years. I specialise in User research, Interaction design, Usability testing, User Interface Design, Accessibility and Immersive technologies like AR, VR. With these expertise, I have been successful in building and improving digital products. My experience in working for clients from startups to multinational companies has enabled me to streamline design, innovation and functionality.

Education & Certifications

2024

Masters in UX Design

Birmingham City University

Distinction | Rank 1
2022

Certified UX Analyst

Human Factors International

CXA Certified
2020

Certified Usability Analyst

Human Factors International

CUA Certified
2018

UX Jumpstarter

ImaginXP, Pune

DQ 7.8
2014

Graphic Design Diploma

JRVGTI, Pune

Distinction | Rank 2

Experience

Lumin

UX UI Designer

Lumin

Warrington, UK

2023 - Present
Birmingham City University

Demonstrator

Birmingham City University

Birmingham, UK

2023
Siemens

Senior UX Design Specialist

Siemens

Pune, India

2019 - 2023
BrightBrain

UI UX | Graphic Designer

BrightBrain

Pune, India

2018 - 2019
Tad Ekam

UI UX Design Consultant

TadEkam

Pune, India

2017 - 2018
Virgo Webs

Graphic | UI Designer

Virgo Webs

Pune, India

2016 - 2017
Wide Wings Corporation

Graphic Designer

Wide Wings Corporation

Pune, India

2015 - 2016
Event Speciale

Design Intern

Event Speciale

Pune, India

2014

Life Beyond Work

I love to travel, explore places and meet new people. Painting has always been my passion - my house is full of acrylic abstracts! I showcase my painting videos and DIY ideas on my YouTube channel.

I've always been a performer since childhood. I've learnt 5 dance forms and I'm a certified Zumba professional. I also adore animals and grab every opportunity to spend time with them.

✈️
Travelling
🎨
Painting
🌿
Nature
🐾
Animal Lover
🧘
Yoga
🎭
Performing Arts

Ready to start a project?

I'm currently available for freelance work and exciting collaborations. Let's discuss your ideas!

Send me an email

Based in Pune