about

a designer, creative coder exploring the intersection of technology & design to create immersive, human-centered experiences

.experience

5 years

.location

Toronto (EST)

.hello

Her expertise spans analog and digital skills, including visualization, design research, interaction & spatial design, alongside technical strengths in storytelling, digital fabrication, tangible user interfaces, and prototyping. She focuses on exploring unconventional ways to create meaningful interactions across phygital spaces

.education

Sept '22 - Jun '24

OCAD University

Toronto, Canada

Master of Design in Digital Futures

Sept '22 - Jun '24

OCAD University

Research Assistant iCity 2.0

Master of Design in Digital Futures

Sept '22 - Jun '24

OCAD University

Toronto, Canada

Master of Design in Digital Futures

Sept '22 - Jun '24

OCAD University

Toronto, Canada

Master of Design in Digital Futures

Jan '17 – Jun '17

Willem de Kooning Academy (WDKA)

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Exchange Programme | Major in Spatial Design | Double Minor in Service Design & Interaction Design

Jan '17 – Jun '17

Willem de Kooning Academy (WDKA)

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Exchange Programme | Major in Spatial Design | Double Minor in Service Design & Interaction Design

Jan '17 – Jun '17

Willem de Kooning Academy (WDKA)

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Exchange Programme | Major in Spatial Design | Double Minor in Service Design & Interaction Design

Jan '17 – Jun '17

Willem de Kooning Academy (WDKA)

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Exchange Programme | Major in Spatial Design | Double Minor in Service Design & Interaction Design

Jun '14 - Jan '19

National Institute of Design (NID)

Ahmedabad, India

Bachelor of Design in Exhibition Design

Jun '14 - Jan '19

National Institute of Design (NID)

Ahmedabad, India

Bachelor of Design in Exhibition Design

Jun '14 - Jan '19

National Institute of Design (NID)

Ahmedabad, India

Bachelor of Design in Exhibition Design

Jun '14 - Jan '19

National Institute of Design (NID)

Ahmedabad, India

Bachelor of Design in Exhibition Design

.work experience

Nov '23 — Present

Visual Analytics Lab OCADU \ Toronto

Research Assistant iCity 2.0

Utilized GIS science and Esri’s ArcGIS to conduct spatial visual analysis of city data, assessing community services, amenities, and resources to support the development of complete communities. Applied strategic foresight trend analysis and data visualization tools to identify gaps and opportunities through void and network analysis, informing sustainable, inclusive, and accessible urban development. Designed a user-centric dashboard and scorecard framework to evaluate and guide the completeness of urban developments within the iCity 2.0 project.

Nov '23 — Present

Visual Analytics Lab OCADU \ Toronto

Research Assistant iCity 2.0

Utilized GIS science and Esri’s ArcGIS to conduct spatial visual analysis of city data, assessing community services, amenities, and resources to support the development of complete communities. Applied strategic foresight trend analysis and data visualization tools to identify gaps and opportunities through void and network analysis, informing sustainable, inclusive, and accessible urban development. Designed a user-centric dashboard and scorecard framework to evaluate and guide the completeness of urban developments within the iCity 2.0 project.

Nov '23 — Present

Visual Analytics Lab OCADU \ Toronto

Research Assistant iCity 2.0

Utilized GIS science and Esri’s ArcGIS to conduct spatial visual analysis of city data, assessing community services, amenities, and resources to support the development of complete communities. Applied strategic foresight trend analysis and data visualization tools to identify gaps and opportunities through void and network analysis, informing sustainable, inclusive, and accessible urban development. Designed a user-centric dashboard and scorecard framework to evaluate and guide the completeness of urban developments within the iCity 2.0 project.

Nov '23 — Present

Visual Analytics Lab OCADU \ Toronto

Research Assistant iCity 2.0

Utilized GIS science and Esri’s ArcGIS to conduct spatial visual analysis of city data, assessing community services, amenities, and resources to support the development of complete communities. Applied strategic foresight trend analysis and data visualization tools to identify gaps and opportunities through void and network analysis, informing sustainable, inclusive, and accessible urban development. Designed a user-centric dashboard and scorecard framework to evaluate and guide the completeness of urban developments within the iCity 2.0 project.

Feb '23 – Apr '23

New Media Studio InterAccess (I/A) Toronto

Studio Assistant

Designed and developed wayfinding signage systems for the studio stations to enhance navigation and accessibility for artists and members. Managed inventory and databases, and conducted research to build a resource database for studio users.

Feb '23 – Apr '23

New Media Studio InterAccess (I/A) Toronto

Studio Assistant

Designed and developed wayfinding signage systems for the studio stations to enhance navigation and accessibility for artists and members. Managed inventory and databases, and conducted research to build a resource database for studio users.

Feb '23 – Apr '23

New Media Studio InterAccess (I/A) Toronto

Studio Assistant

Designed and developed wayfinding signage systems for the studio stations to enhance navigation and accessibility for artists and members. Managed inventory and databases, and conducted research to build a resource database for studio users.

Feb '23 – Apr '23

New Media Studio InterAccess (I/A) Toronto

Studio Assistant

Designed and developed wayfinding signage systems for the studio stations to enhance navigation and accessibility for artists and members. Managed inventory and databases, and conducted research to build a resource database for studio users.

Nov '21

Art Film \ Delhi

Prop Designer \ Freelance

Sourced, designed, and developed props for the art film A Migrant Walk, a documentary caricature of Bertolt Brecht’s radio play Lindbergh’s flight (1929), which premiered at and was commissioned by Brecht festival Augsburg.

Nov '21

Art Film \ Delhi

Prop Designer \ Freelance

Sourced, designed, and developed props for the art film A Migrant Walk, a documentary caricature of Bertolt Brecht’s radio play Lindbergh’s flight (1929), which premiered at and was commissioned by Brecht festival Augsburg.

Nov '21

Art Film \ Delhi

Prop Designer \ Freelance

Sourced, designed, and developed props for the art film A Migrant Walk, a documentary caricature of Bertolt Brecht’s radio play Lindbergh’s flight (1929), which premiered at and was commissioned by Brecht festival Augsburg.

Nov '21

Art Film \ Delhi

Prop Designer \ Freelance

Sourced, designed, and developed props for the art film A Migrant Walk, a documentary caricature of Bertolt Brecht’s radio play Lindbergh’s flight (1929), which premiered at and was commissioned by Brecht festival Augsburg.

Sep '19 - Jul '22

Designhabit \ Delhi

Designer of Immersive Experiences

Collaborated with clients to translate their vision and content into contemporary, immersive narratives for National History Museums in India. Combined rigorous research with creative visualization to craft seamless transitions from content to experience. Gained expertise in teamwork by working closely with artisans, technicians, historians, researchers, content experts, and production teams to bring these narratives to life.

Sep '19 - Jul '22

Designhabit \ Delhi

Designer of Immersive Experiences

Collaborated with clients to translate their vision and content into contemporary, immersive narratives for National History Museums in India. Combined rigorous research with creative visualization to craft seamless transitions from content to experience. Gained expertise in teamwork by working closely with artisans, technicians, historians, researchers, content experts, and production teams to bring these narratives to life.

Sep '19 - Jul '22

Designhabit \ Delhi

Designer of Immersive Experiences

Collaborated with clients to translate their vision and content into contemporary, immersive narratives for National History Museums in India. Combined rigorous research with creative visualization to craft seamless transitions from content to experience. Gained expertise in teamwork by working closely with artisans, technicians, historians, researchers, content experts, and production teams to bring these narratives to life.

Sep '19 - Jul '22

Designhabit \ New Delhi

Designer of Immersive Experiences

Collaborated with clients to translate their vision and content into contemporary, immersive narratives for National History Museums in India. Combined rigorous research with creative visualization to craft seamless transitions from content to experience. Gained expertise in teamwork by working closely with artisans, technicians, historians, researchers, content experts, and production teams to bring these narratives to life.

Feb '19 - Apr '19

National Institute of Design (NID) \ Ahmedabad

Research Associate \ Production Lead

Managed the Alumni Database for the Exhibition Design department at NID, collecting data to strengthen the alumni network. Led production design, including layout planning, graphic panel design, and archival research for exhibitions such as Votive Terracotta of India, and Imagined Futures, inaugurated by Don Norman.

Feb '19 - Apr '19

National Institute of Design (NID) \ Ahmedabad

Research Associate Production Lead

Managed the Alumni Database for the Exhibition Design department at NID, collecting data to strengthen the alumni network. Led production design, including layout planning, graphic panel design, and archival research for exhibitions such as Votive Terracotta of India, and Imagined Futures, inaugurated by Don Norman.

Feb '19 - Apr '19

National Institute of Design (NID) \ Ahmedabad

Research Associate Production Lead

Managed the Alumni Database for the Exhibition Design department at NID, collecting data to strengthen the alumni network. Led production design, including layout planning, graphic panel design, and archival research for exhibitions such as Votive Terracotta of India, and Imagined Futures, inaugurated by Don Norman.

Feb '19 - Apr '19

Exhibition Design \ National Institute of Design (NID) \ Ahmedabad

Research Associate \ Production Lead

Managed the Alumni Database for the Exhibition Design department at NID, collecting data to strengthen the alumni network. Led production design, including layout planning, graphic panel design, and archival research for exhibitions such as Votive Terracotta of India, and Imagined Futures, inaugurated by Don Norman.

Feb '18 - Aug '18

Lopez Design \ Delhi

Spatial Designer \ Graduation Project

Led primary and secondary research to define the theme and target audience, crafting a narrative-driven visitor experience embodying the Indian Army's core values. Conducted site visits and training camp observations to gather visual data, designing activities, spatial layouts, and component visualizations for the camp. Additionally, spearheaded the ideation and prototyping of a custom lighting system, delivering a functional and aesthetic solution for the Lopez Design studio in Gurgaon.

Feb '18 - Aug '18

Lopez Design New Delhi

Spatial Designer \ Graduation Project

Led primary and secondary research to define the theme and target audience, crafting a narrative-driven visitor experience embodying the Indian Army's core values. Conducted site visits and training camp observations to gather visual data, designing activities, spatial layouts, and component visualizations for the camp. Additionally, spearheaded the ideation and prototyping of a custom lighting system, delivering a functional and aesthetic solution for the Lopez Design studio in Gurgaon.

Feb '18 - Aug '18

Lopez Design New Delhi

Spatial Designer Graduation Project

Led primary and secondary research to define the theme and target audience, crafting a narrative-driven visitor experience embodying the Indian Army's core values. Conducted site visits and training camp observations to gather visual data, designing activities, spatial layouts, and component visualizations for the camp. Additionally, spearheaded the ideation and prototyping of a custom lighting system, delivering a functional and aesthetic solution for the Lopez Design studio in Gurgaon.

Feb '18 - Aug '18

Lopez Design \ New Delhi

Spatial Designer \ Graduation Project

Led primary and secondary research to define the theme and target audience, crafting a narrative-driven visitor experience embodying the Indian Army's core values. Conducted site visits and training camp observations to gather visual data, designing activities, spatial layouts, and component visualizations for the camp. Additionally, spearheaded the ideation and prototyping of a custom lighting system, delivering a functional and aesthetic solution for the Lopez Design studio in Gurgaon.

Apr '17 - May '17

PowerBoat \ Rotterdam

Apprenticeship

Assisted in the programming and planning of various events to engage young children and older adults to encourage communication within small communities.

Apr '17 - May '17

PowerBoat \ Rotterdam

Apprenticeship

Assisted in the programming and planning of various events to engage young children and older adults to encourage communication within small communities.

Apr '17 - May '17

PowerBoat \ Rotterdam

Apprenticeship

Assisted in the programming and planning of various events to engage young children and older adults to encourage communication within small communities.

Apr '17 - May '17

PowerBoat \ Rotterdam

Apprenticeship

Assisted in the programming and planning of various events to engage young children and older adults to encourage communication within small communities.

Apr '15 - Jun '15

RK Swamy BBDO \ Chennai

Design Intern

Conducted research to create visual mood boards for brands, and developed icons, graphic posters, and collateral materials for fashion and lifestyle brands.

Apr '15 - Jun '15

RK Swamy BBDO \ Chennai

Design Intern

Conducted research to create visual mood boards for brands, and developed icons, graphic posters, and collateral materials for fashion and lifestyle brands.

Apr '15 - Jun '15

RK Swamy BBDO \ Chennai

Design Intern

Conducted research to create visual mood boards for brands, and developed icons, graphic posters, and collateral materials for fashion and lifestyle brands.

Apr '15 - Jun '15

RK Swamy BBDO \ Chennai

Design Intern

Conducted research to create visual mood boards for brands, and developed icons, graphic posters, and collateral materials for fashion and lifestyle brands.

.stack

Adobe Photoshop

visualisation

Adobe Photoshop

visualisation

Procreate

illustration

Procreate

illustration

Adobe InDesign

layout

Adobe InDesign

layout

TouchDesigner

interactive multimedia

TouchDesigner

interactive multimedia

AutoCAD

drafting

AutoCAD

drafting

SketchUp

modeling

SketchUp

modeling

Max/MSP

sound experiments

Max/MSP

sound experiments

p5.js

creative coding

p5.js

creative coding

Arduino

physical computing

Arduino

physical computing

ArcGIS

analysis + data viz

ArcGIS

analysis + data viz

Teachable Machine

model training

Teachable Machine

model training

Runway ML

gen AI content

Runway ML

gen AI content

Adobe XD

prototyping

Adobe XD

prototyping

MS 365

database + decks

MS 365

database + decks

Workspace

collaboration + productivity

Workspace

collaboration + productivity

.say hello

I'm likely out for a walk or watching dogs at the park. Reach out if you’d like to chat (or need a caffeine fix in Toronto!)

.say hello

I'm likely out for a walk or watching dogs at the park. Reach out if you’d like to chat (or need a caffeine fix in Toronto!)

.say hello

I'm likely out for a walk or watching dogs at the park. Reach out if you’d like to chat (or need a caffeine fix in Toronto!)

.say hello

I'm likely out for a walk or watching dogs at the park. Reach out if you’d like to chat (or need a caffeine fix in Toronto!)