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Tarun Thomas
Diverse Designer
(UI/UX, Interior, Product, Furniture)
Education

THE UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD
Master of Arts (M.A.), Industrial and Product
Design | Class of 2010

MAR ATHANASIUS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Mechanical
Engineering | Class of 2006

Certifications

Google UX Design Professional Course

  • Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts

  • Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes

  • Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

  • Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

  • Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma

  • Responsive Web Design in Adobe XD

  • Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

Software

Figma

Adobe XD

InVision

Inkscape

Gimp

Corel Draw

Adobe Photoshop

Sketchup
V-Ray
3D Studio Max  
AutoCAD

Solidworks

ArtCam 2008

Adobe Illustrator

Skills

User Experience 

Product Design
Industrial Design
Design Strategy

Concept Design

3D Modeling

User-centered Design
Research
Idea Generation
Team Management

Concept Development

Work Experience
Senior UX Specialist, Brane Enterprises Ltd, Bangalore, India
Aug 2023 - Present

  • Led the conceptualization, design, and delivery of bespoke UX solutions to achieve strategic objectives.

  • Fostered collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure product excellence.

  • Implemented new methodologies to enhance functionality and optimise user experience (UX).

  • Created custom design libraries to cater to client specific needs and wants.

  • Conducted usability testing and prioritised user feedback to advocate for user-centric design throughout the development lifecycle.

  • Provided project management support, ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery of UX projects.

  • Maintained rigorous testing processes to uphold product reliability and quality assurance.

  • Utilised agile methodologies to drive iterative development and prototyping.

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Notable Projects:

  • Electronic Health Record management for hospitals

  • Site Builder for app and web page creation and management (internal)

Freelance Multidisciplinary Creative, India
Feb 2021 - Aug 2023

  • I specialize in UI/UX design, logo design, and interior design as a freelancer.

  • I completed the Google UX Design Professional Course to specialize in website and app design for mobile and computer screens, building on my post-graduate focus on user experience.

  • Worked as a freelance UI/UX designer for a year, collaborating with various clients from different industries and locations.

  • Conducted user research, created wireframes and prototypes, designed interfaces, and conducted usability testing to deliver high-quality digital products that meet the clients' business goals and users' needs.

Principal Designer, Gold Dust Interiors LLC, Dubai, UAE
Feb 2016 – Sept 2020

As the principal designer, following were my duties and responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of 3D designers and AutoCAD draughtsmen, assigning relevant work and advising and consulting with the production team.

  • Liaise with clients to create a design theme/mood board to ensure their expectations are met, and adhere to it throughout the designing and execution phases.

  • Actively engage in the design, production, and execution phases of each project, acting as the point of contact for both the client and in-house teams.

  • Develop and produce new products, experimenting with various materials to achieve the desired effect for the space designed and furniture.

Product Innovation Engineer, Fuego Furniture Pvt LTD., Bangalore, India
May 2015 – Jan 2016

Leading the NPD division, my responsibilities included:

  • Engaging in new product development and adapting existing systems to meet the unique needs and requirements of clients.

  • Providing technical support and guidance to the CAD team regarding furniture layout and the systems utilized by the company.

  • Collaborating closely with the production team to develop new and innovative products

Strategic Product Designer, Innovation Experience, Trivandrum, India
Jan 2014 - Apr 2015

Duties as the design lead included:

  • Lead product designer responsible for developing concept sketches

  • Created rough and final 3D renderings for presentation to clients

  • Produced CAD drawings for manufacturing and cataloguing

  • Developed prototypes for a range of products, including eco-friendly lighting, a sunlight charged electric cycle, and the Desolenator

Design and Product Manager, Desolenator, Trivandrum, India
Jan 2014 - Apr 2015

  • Collaborated with a team of engineers, designers, and technicians to develop and refine the Desolenator, from concept through to production.

  • Conducted extensive research and testing to ensure that the device was effective, efficient, and safe to use.

  • Coordinated with suppliers and manufacturers to source high-quality materials and components for the device.

  • Oversaw the assembly and testing of multiple prototypes, making adjustments and improvements as necessary.

Team Leader, Lloyds Banking group, Manchester, UK
Feb 2013 - June 2013

  • Led multiple teams in various projects, honing my skills in team management and ensuring high-quality service delivery to clients.

  • Identified and developed the skills of team members who displayed potential, creating customized development plans to enhance their abilities.

  • Recognized the potential skill sets of team members and tailored their training to cultivate the appropriate skills.

  • Delegated tasks effectively to team members and provided guidance and feedback as needed.

  • Fostered a positive and productive team environment, encouraging collaboration and open communication among team members.

Data Processor, Lloyds Banking group, Manchester, UK
Mar 2011 - Feb 2013

  • Participated in various training courses related to handling confidential data, including anti-money laundering, sanctions, and treating customers fairly.

  • Demonstrated a deep understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality and security when handling sensitive information.

  • Developed training materials and provided coaching to new recruits, helping to ensure that they were equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their roles.

  • Continuously sought out opportunities for professional development and growth, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in the industry.

Design Intern, Icarus Design, Bangalore, INDIA
Oct 2007 - Dec 2007

  • Collaborated with clients to gather information about their brand and product goals, and provided design recommendations based on their needs.

  • Conducted research and analysis of market trends and competitors to inform design decisions and ensure products were innovative and competitive.

  • Developed initial concept sketches and refined them through multiple iterations to create a final design.

  • Utilized various software tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, and SolidWorks to create detailed drawings and 3D models of product designs.

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