Hello! I’m Sashank,
Hello! I’m Sashank, and I
and I
experiences
experiences
on & off the screen
on & off the screen
I have 7 years of work experience in the UX domain, and a Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction from the University of Maryland.
I have 7 years of work experience in the UX domain, and a Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction from the University of Maryland.
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Architect
Architect
Workshop Facilitator
Workshop Facilitator
Product Designer
Product Designer
Design Shower Thought:
Why do the words
"design" & "designate"
look similar yet feel so
different?
Design Shower Thought:
Why do the words
"design" & "designate"
look similar yet feel so
different?
Projects
Following is the compilation of some of my recent projects (last 4 years). These comprise of projects from my current workplace, my time at HCIM department in UMD, and some passion projects.
Following is the compilation of some of my recent projects (last 4 years). These comprise of projects from my current workplace, my time at HCIM department in UMD, and some passion projects.
MatchPoint
A sports socializing app that matches players by real skill. Verified scores, a transparent rating engine, and challenges that turn a map of nearby players into an actual game.
28%
ADOPTION RATE
74
Beta testers
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Eatopia
Eatopia
A log to earn app that helps young adults reach five cups of fruit and vegetables a day, built around the barrier they named most often: forgetting.
4.8/5
EFFICIENCY SCORE
91%
POSITIVE REVIEWS
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Flikshop
A reentry resource for returning citizens and their families, designed inside facility rules, along with incentives to stay connected to their loved ones.
1260+
FAMILIES TOUCHED
18
CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES
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PlayQR
A pharmacy kiosk that trades twenty seconds of play for honest feedback, piloted in three stores and designed to be answered on the way out, not at home.
1.5x
Store footfall
4.9/5
customer reviews
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Roles
Of my 11+ years in the field of design, 7 belong solely to the UI/UX realm. In these 7 years- in various capacities, locations, and circumstances- following are the 6 key roles I have played:
Of my 11+ years in the field of design, 7 belong solely to the UI/UX realm. In these 7 years- in various capacities, locations, and circumstances- following are the 6 key roles I have played:
UX Designer
Across many wireframes and user flows for web, mobile, and kiosk experiences, I’ve engaged the storyteller in me, which makes my everyday work much more entertaining and inviting to me!
Across many wireframes and user flows for web, mobile, and kiosk experiences, I’ve engaged the storyteller in me, which makes my everyday work much more entertaining and inviting to me!
UI Designer
Over the 50+ projects delivered, as a student, employee, or an entrepreneur, I’ve crafted polished UI designs with a focus on accessibility and consistency, and core value being ‘strategic’.
Over the 50+ projects delivered, as a student, employee, or an entrepreneur, I’ve crafted polished UI designs with a focus on accessibility and consistency, and core value being ‘strategic’.
Researcher
I have conducted several surveys, user interviews, accessibility & usability testings, and synthesized insights to uncover problems, validate hypotheses, and inform design strategies.
I have conducted several surveys, user interviews, accessibility & usability testings, and synthesized insights to uncover problems, validate hypotheses, and inform design strategies.
Design Strategist
My role in Design Strategy primarily includes my 2 years of experience in Design Thinking workshops’ facilitation (+ consultation) for some prominent companies in the BFSI sector in India.
My role in Design Strategy primarily includes my 2 years of experience in Design Thinking workshops’ facilitation (+ consultation) for some prominent companies in the BFSI sector in India.
Entrepreneurish
The “ish” represents my confusion in whether I should categorize my passion projects as entrepreneurial or not. I love working on new ideas, and shaping them into a viable products.
The “ish” represents my confusion in whether I should categorize my passion projects as entrepreneurial or not. I love working on ideas I see potential in, shaping them into a viable products.
Entrepreneurish
The “ish” represents my confusion in whether I should categorize my passion projects as entrepreneurial or not. I love working on ideas I see potential in, shaping them into a viable products.
Collaborator
I believe collaboration is my secret ingredient. I initiated several cross-team events in my career, and I won the Design Ambassador award at Paycom for one of my collaboration initiatives.
I believe collaboration is my secret ingredient. I initiated several cross-team events in my career, and I won the Design Ambassador award at Paycom for one of my collaboration initiatives.
About Me
I am Sashank Mullapudi, a designer by profession and a storyteller and mini-games creator by passion. Despite having 2 degrees and 7 years of work experience under my belt, my proudest attribute remains to be my ability to make things gamified, fun, simple, and easy-to-get.
Though most of my professional career falls under the umbrella of UI/UX Design, I have walked multiple other paths that include Architecture, UX Research, Workshop Facilitation, Branding, and Design Strategy. I am very passionate about human psychology, and I enjoy creating process-driven, empathetic designs.
I have lived in 13 cities so far, which I believe helped me develop the ability to adapt quickly and thrive in dynamic environments. Each move has given me valuable exposure to different cultures, perspectives, and the fundamentals of human behavior. It definitely catered to my fondness in meeting new people and learning from them.
I am Sashank Mullapudi, a designer by profession and a storyteller and mini-games creator by passion. Despite having 2 degrees and 6+ years of work experience under my belt, my proudest attribute remains to be my ability to make things gamified, fun, simple, and easy-to-get.
Though most of my professional career falls under the umbrella of UI/UX Design, I have walked multiple other paths that include Architecture, UX Research, Workshop Facilitation, Branding, and Design Strategy. I am very passionate about human psychology, and I enjoy creating process-driven, empathetic designs.
I have lived in 13 cities so far, which I believe helped me develop the ability to adapt quickly and thrive in dynamic environments. Each move has given me valuable exposure to different cultures, perspectives, and the fundamentals of human behavior. It definitely catered to my fondness in meeting new people and learning from them.
I am Sashank Mullapudi, a designer by profession and a storyteller and mini-games creator by passion. Despite having 2 degrees and 6.5+ years of work experience under my belt, my proudest attribute remains to be my ability to make things gamified, fun, simple, and easy-to-get.
Though most of my professional career falls under the umbrella of UI/UX Design, I have walked multiple other paths that include Architecture, UX Research, Workshop Facilitation, Branding, and Design Strategy. I am very passionate about human psychology, and I enjoy creating process-driven, empathetic designs.
I have lived in 13 cities so far, which I believe helped me develop the ability to adapt quickly and thrive in dynamic environments. Each move has given me valuable exposure to different cultures, perspectives, and the fundamentals of human behavior. It definitely catered to my fondness in meeting new people and learning from them.
Design
Design
Design
My area of
strength
My area of
strength
My area of
strength
Showmanship
Showmanship
Showmanship
Storytelling to me is the ingredient that upgrades a design from good to unforgettable
Storytelling to me is the ingredient that upgrades a design from good to unforgettable
Storytelling to me is the ingredient that upgrades a design from good to unforgettable
Process-driven Designs
Process-driven Designs
Process-driven Designs
I believe that a common factor between thoughtful, engaging, and boundary-pushing design processes is a playful thinking
I believe that a common factor between thoughtful, engaging, and boundary-pushing design processes is a playful thinking
I believe that a common factor between thoughtful, engaging, and boundary-pushing design processes is a playful thinking
Impactful Play
Impactful Play
Impactful Play
I believe in making journeys entertaining. However, presentability is uncompromisable
I believe in making journeys entertaining. However, presentability is uncompromisable
I believe in making journeys entertaining. However, presentability is uncompromisable
Storytelling
Storytelling
Storytelling
Gamification
Gamification
Gamification
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“Sashank has been a great presence in my course at the University of Maryland. His problem-solving skills are his greatest strength; I admire his approach to explaining concepts and presenting his work.”
- Prof. Alex Leitch, Assistant Director (2022-23) HCIM, University of Maryland
“...what amuses me about him is the way he meets deadline, providing great quality of work, all while pursuing the 9 other things that keep the designer in him going”
- Ar. Nimesh Pilla, Employer (2019-21)
“... I knew that he would explore all possible approaches to best solve our users' problems, while ensuring our stakeholders had equal ownership and direction in the final output. Our module was lucky to have him running point on most of our larger initiatives.”
- Jon Stricklin, Team Lead at Paycom
“...between his first and last day as the representative of the Student Council, it is commendable how his enthusiasm to serve the students and bring their ideas to life has only gone upwards alongside his academic performance.”
- Dr. Manoj Mathur, Dean of Academics (2018-20) SPA-Delhi
“... finding fresh ways to improve how our team operates. His innate knack for thoroughly understanding complex processes makes him an exceptionally reliable and informed employee who can always be trusted to deliver.”
- Lachelle Stamps, Manager at Office of Undergraduate Admissions, UMD
“Sashank has been a great presence in my course at the University of Maryland. His problem-solving skills are his greatest strength; I admire his approach to explaining concepts and presenting his work.”
- Prof. Alex Leitch, Assistant Director (2022-23) HCIM, University of Maryland
“...what amuses me about him is the way he meets deadline, providing great quality of work, all while pursuing the 9 other things that keep the designer in him going”
- Ar. Nimesh Pilla, Employer (2019-21)
“... I knew that he would explore all possible approaches to best solve our users' problems, while ensuring our stakeholders had equal ownership and direction in the final output. Our module was lucky to have him running point on most of our larger initiatives.”
- Jon Stricklin, Team Lead at Paycom
“...between his first and last day as the representative of the Student Council, it is commendable how his enthusiasm to serve the students and bring their ideas to life has only gone upwards alongside his academic performance.”
- Dr. Manoj Mathur, Dean of Academics (2018-20) SPA-Delhi
“... finding fresh ways to improve how our team operates. His innate knack for thoroughly understanding complex processes makes him an exceptionally reliable and informed employee who can always be trusted to deliver.”
- Lachelle Stamps, Manager at Office of Undergraduate Admissions, UMD
As a life-long student of design, I’m continuously improving my work. Please look forward to more updates.
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