Harsh Makwana

Product Design Career: Skills and Salary Insights 🎨💼 We spoke with a product designer about the qualities needed to succeed and the earning potential in this creative and impactful field. #ProductDesign #UIUX #Career #Designing #Salary #Experience #Job #Connection #Cfbr #Professional #Brand #Creative #Skills #Quality #Product

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🌟 The Importance of UI/UX Design Over Traditional Design in the Digital Era for Bharat 🌟 In today's fast-paced digital landscape, the user experience is more crucial than ever. Our latest blog dives into why UI/UX design is surpassing traditional design methods and what this means for businesses in Bharat. 🚀 🔍 Discover how intuitive interfaces and seamless interactions are reshaping user expectations. 📈 Learn about the impact of UI/UX on engagement and conversion rates. 🌐 Explore why investing in modern design strategies can set your business apart. Ready to elevate your digital presence? Dive into our insights and see how embracing UI/UX design can transform your approach to digital solutions. 👉 Read the full blog - https://lnkd.in/gZBvSfH7 #UIUX #DesignThinking #DigitalTransformation #TechForBharat #Innovation #UserExperience #BusinessGrowth

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𝟳 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗫 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! From simplifying choices with Hick's Law to leveraging familiar patterns with Jakob's Law, this carousel dives deep into user psychology and how to create experiences that resonate. #uxdesign #lawsofux #designthinking #userexperience #designcommunity Vinay Krishna

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Join Kreafinery Digital Lab – We're Hiring! 🎠 Note: This opportunity is for full-time HYBRID (3 days in office in Gandhinagar) positions only for Gujarat based candidates. Freelancers, please do not apply. Important: Applicants must have an online portfolio on Behance or similar platforms. We do not accept Google Drive links or email attachments. 🔴🔴🔴 Packaging Designer - Fresher 🔴🔴🔴 What We’re Looking For: 👉 Passion for Design: We value action over words. 👉 You should be able to manage both quality and quantity in your work. 👉 Ability to design complete packaging solutions from scratch with minimal guidance. 👉 A diploma or degree in Fine Arts/design is required. 👉Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop 👉 A solid understanding of CMYK and prepress processes is essential. ⚫🔵⚫ UI Designer / Landing Page Designer / Social Media Designer - Fresher ⚫ 🔵⚫ What We’re Looking For: 👉 Are you inspired by innovative UI designers and studios? 👉 A design diploma, degree, or substantial project experience is needed (we're not interested in generic college projects). 👉 The ability to strike the right balance of Quality & Quantity. 👉 Capable of designing UI from the ground up with minimal direction. 👉 Strong proficiency in Figma and Photoshop is required. Your First Challenge: Redesign the UI for the following websites: www.kreafinery.com www.dzynloot.com 🔴🔵🔴 Social Media Marketer / Lead Generator 🔴🔵🔴 What We’re Looking For: 👉 Someone who thrives on creativity and results without restrictions. 👉 Manage and grow our social media presence organically (not 100%). 👉 Experience with running paid ads on Google, Facebook, Instagram, and a willingness to experiment with new platforms (We expect to be good on one ie. meta) 👉 Your key performance indicator (KPI) will be driving traffic to our websites and generating leads. 👉 Your First Challenge: Drive traffic to the following websites: www.kreafinery.com www.dzynloot.com Who You’ll Work With: Bhavesh Mehta – A multi-talented individual with experience in packaging, UI, and graphic design, creative strategy, growth marketing and digital marketing. Despite failing to fill in the blanks in 5th grade, Bhavesh has managed to work as a manager in five different countries. His secret? He’s still figuring it out! 😂 In his free time he work on aquascaping, terrarium making, carpentry, vintage frame restoration, and taking care of his two dogs - Romeo and Juliet. Our Focus: At KDL, we believe in delivering genuine and honest services, knowing that not every client or project is the right fit for us. We are solution-oriented and value clarity and integrity in our work. How to Apply: Send your application along with a brief cover letter to [email protected] Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for further discussion. Let's make great things happen together! 🌟

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Freelance designers are shaping the creative economy, but did you know there are striking differences between Indian freelancers and their global counterparts? 🌏✍️ While Indian freelance designers are known for their affordability, adaptability, and vibrant cultural influences, global freelancers often command higher rates due to niche specialization and premium tools. 💻 From pricing strategies to work styles, both bring unique strengths to the table. ✅ Indian designers excel in structured, cost-effective solutions. ✅ Global freelancers thrive in collaborative, strategy-driven roles. Curious about how these differences play out in the real world? Let’s discuss how businesses can leverage the best of both worlds for impactful design projects. What’s your experience working with freelance designers? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 #FreelanceDesign #IndianDesigners #GlobalDesign #BrandStrategy #CreativeEconomy #FreelancerLife https://lnkd.in/dhWbJ9Yy

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Building a tool for designers is one thing, but hearing they love it? That’s everything 💜 When Rukayat Yaro said Designwhiz feels like it was built with love by designers for designers, it hit home for us. It’s not just about the features (though our resources page seems to be stealing hearts 🫶); it’s about creating a space that truly understands you. This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to hear your Designwhiz experience. What’s your favorite feature so far? If you haven't used Designwhiz yet, click here- mydesignwhiz.com

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🌍 The Power of Culture in Design 🎨 Culture profoundly impacts design, from colors and symbols to language and UX. 🚀 Here’s a look at how cultural nuances shape design: 👉 Colors: Different cultures have unique associations with colors. For instance, while red symbolizes prosperity and celebration in India, it can represent danger or warning in other contexts. A study by Pantone shows that 95% of consumers make judgments based on color alone. 🌈 👉Symbols: Symbols can vary widely in meaning. The Swastika, for example, is a symbol of good fortune in Hinduism but is associated with the Nazi regime in Europe. This contrast highlights the importance of cultural context in design. 👉Language: Typography and language choices are critical. In multilingual countries like India, brands often use multiple native languages to appeal to diverse audiences, enhancing engagement and comprehension. 👉 UX Design: Cultural preferences affect user experience. For example, research shows that users from feminine cultures, like Norway and Sweden, prefer more links and options on landing pages, while users from pragmatic cultures, like Japan, engage better with visual content like images and videos. 📊Understanding these cultural nuances is essential for creating designs that are both visually appealing and meaningful across diverse audiences. Embrace the power of culture to drive innovation and shape impactful design solutions. 🚀 #design #culture #creative #technology #influence #productdevelopment #Productdesign #designresearch #designthinking

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Hello Designer's, Take a look at new the design concept for the Bento Layout : My Comeback Story in UX/UI Design. Embarking on the challenging path of UX/UI design, I encountered more than just design briefs; I faced the harsh reality of low payments in the Indian market. But in adversity, I found resilience. Fuelled by passion, I dove deeper into my craft, emerging not just as a designer, but as a testament to perseverance. In this journey, I've learned the true meaning of perseverance and how important it is to keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles. I hope my story inspires others who are facing their own battles. Join me as I showcase the power of creativity, determination, and unwavering. 📈✨ 💬 I’d love to hear your feedback. Don't forget to like and share if you’re inspired! ❤️✌️ #UI #UX #UXUIJourney #BentoDesign #DesignInnovation #UserExperience #UserInterface #Dribbble #Remote #Freelance #Job #DesignCommunity #JobLossRecovery #CareerGrowth #CareerChange #UXDesign #UIDesign #OvercomingObstacles #CareerJourney #ProfessionalGrowth #Perseverance

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Let's learn UX from Stree 2 👻 Engagement, timing, balance: Engage with your users, accept feedback, time your nudges, and responses, and balance the aesthetics and functionality. Target audience, understand your TG, work with them, test, and create for them. You don't need to serve all the people but rightly serve the people in your niche. Building on success, if users like something, continue giving them that, don't update unnecessarily, make small changes gradually and capitalise on your USP. #ux #uxdesign #design #movie #stree2

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Why do you like what you like? Applications for Cohort 10 of 10kdesigners are open 🔗 🔮 1400+ designers have gone through a transformational career journey by enrolling in 10kdesigners  🤔 Who is it for? The cohort has a mix of early stage folks new to design, folks who are already in design but want to level up as well as professionals from other fields.  To give you an example, in the previous cohort this year: 📌 Role: 30% of enrolled members were students or recently graduated, 22% were working as UI/UX designers already, 13% were working as graphic designers, 13% were working in software engineering, and the remaining 20% in other roles like architecture, interior design, sales, marketing, PM etc. 📌 Experience: 42% of enrolled members had less than a year of experience, 39% had between 1-3 years of experience, 8% had 3-5 years of experience, 10% had 5+ years of experience. 📌 Education: 43% of enrolled members were from an engineering education background, 14% from a design background, 12% were from an arts background, 7% were from a commerce background, 6% from an architecture background etc. 📌 Location: 19% of enrolled members were from Bangalore, 20% from Delhi NCR, 16% from Mumbai and Pune, 4.2% from Gujarat etc. About 1-3% of every cohort is international members. 🚀 Our cohort alumni now work as designers at the top companies in India like Swiggy, Zepto, Ola, Blinkit and more!

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Check out the latest Insights from our UX Head

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Are you considering a career in design, but unsure which path to take? With so many exciting opportunities in the design field, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is right for you. In this post, we'll explore the various career paths in design, including graphic design, UI/UX design, web design, and product design. We'll delve into the key skills and career prospects for each, and provide tips on how to choose the right path for you. There are a ton of potential career paths in design, but lets cover some of the most popular ones lately! => Graphic Design Creating visual content to communicate messages through typography, imagery, and layout. Key Skills: Creativity, Attention to detail, Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Communication, Time management Career Prospects: Advertising, Publishing, Branding, Corporate design => UI/UX Design Designing intuitive and enjoyable user experiences for digital products. Key Skills: User research, Wireframing, Prototyping, Visual design, Problem-solving Career Prospects: Tech, Finance, Healthcare, E-commerce, Startups => Web Design Creating and maintaining visually appealing, user-friendly websites. Key Skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Responsive design, SEO Career Prospects: Agency, Startup, Freelance, Corporate, E-commerce => Product Design Developing new products, focusing on user experience, functionality, and aesthetics. Key Skills: User research, Product development, Project management, Prototyping and testing, Collaboration Career Prospects: Tech, Finance, Consulting, Manufacturing, Startups So, how do you choose the right path for you? Here are a few tips: - Self-Assessment: Take an honest look at your strengths, weaknesses, and interests. - Networking: Talk to professionals in the design field and learn from their experiences. - Experimentation: Try out different design tools and techniques to find what works best for you. Which design career path resonates with you? Share your thoughts in the comments! #DesignCareer #CareerPaths

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Mastering UX Across Devices: Balancing Adaptability with Performance 📱💻 In today's digital landscape, users engage with our products across a myriad of devices, from smartphones to desktops. As UX designers, our challenge lies in crafting experiences that seamlessly adapt to these diverse screens while maintaining optimal performance. Here are some strategies to ace this balancing act: Embrace Responsive Design: Prioritize fluid layouts and flexible elements that adjust gracefully to varying screen sizes. This ensures a consistent and intuitive experience across devices. Performance Optimization: Streamline assets, minimize HTTP requests, and leverage caching techniques to enhance loading speed. A snappy performance is key to retaining user engagement across devices. Device-Agnostic Testing: Conduct thorough testing across a spectrum of devices, browsers, and operating systems. Identifying and addressing compatibility issues early in the design process saves time and ensures a polished end product. Contextual Awareness: Tailor content and interactions based on device capabilities and user context. Adaptable UX anticipates user needs and delivers relevant experiences that resonate across devices. Progressive Enhancement: Start with a core experience that functions across all devices, then layer enhancements for devices with greater capabilities. This approach ensures accessibility for all users while leveraging advanced features when available. By striking the right balance between adaptability and performance, we can create user experiences that shine on any device, enriching the digital journey for our audience. How do you approach UX design in a multi-device world? Let's discuss in the comments below! 😉#UXDesign #ResponsiveUX #DigitalExperience

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USER INTERFACE DESIGNER #uidesign #uxdesign #ui #ux #uiux #webdesign #design #graphicdesign #userinterface #appdesign #uidesigner #userexperience #webdesigner #websitedesign #uxdesigner #uitrends #website #uiuxdesign #uxui #designer #webdevelopment #interface #dailyui #behance #web #webdeveloper #jobringer

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Designers need not just focus on the founder who’ll pay the invoice/salary for their design work. Designers need to focus on the actual users of the design. That is - prospects, customers, developers, marketers, and other designers in the team. Change my mind. #design

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Has the life of a designer become easier over time? Or, is it tougher to be a designer today, compared to 16 years ago? Founders Aashish Solanki & Dimple Jain, pitch in their thoughts. #designer #uxdesign #userexperience #uiux #lifeofdesigner #ne16ramha

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If you’re a product designer facing the dilemma of choosing between a design agency and a startup, you might be wondering which path is the right fit for you. Based on insights from expert designers Hardik Mittal, Megha Dokekar🍁, Champa Guchait and Prajyot Kasavkar (Keshav UX). here's a breakdown to help you decide. ❇ Design Agencies: Design agencies provide services to various clients across different industries, giving you exposure to diverse projects. Here's what to expect: 🔹Variety & Ownership: Work on diverse projects with different clients, allowing for significant ownership of your work. 🔹 Limited Follow-Up: Once a product is delivered, you might miss out on performance analysis and implementation details. Limited interaction with developers can lead to less understanding of the final product. 🔹 Innovation Constraints: Strict client deadlines and specific requirements can sometimes stifle innovation. ❇Startups: Startups, particularly product-based ones, offer a different set of opportunities: 🔹 End-to-End Experience: Gain exposure to the entire product lifecycle, from initial problem statements to final user delivery and optimization based on feedback. 🔹 Collaborative Environment: Work closely with product managers, tech teams, and other stakeholders, providing a holistic view of product development. 🔹 Growth Opportunities: Startup experience is highly valued, offering deep insights into product and design thinking. Choosing between a design agency and a startup can be challenging, but understanding the unique benefits and drawbacks of each can help you make an informed decision. #ProductDesign #CareerAdvice #DesignAgency #StartupLife #UXDesign

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