Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic
Sugandh Tokekar

Sugandh Tokekar

Product Designer
Mumbai,MH

Summary

Experienced leader of diverse design teams, creating compelling visual content that captivates and engages audiences. Skilled in design thinking and strategic planning to drive project success, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines. Passionate about fostering creative innovation and cultivating an environment where unique ideas thrive and contribute to the overall vision. Committed to delivering high-quality results that elevate brand presence and achieve business objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Design Manager

VFS Global Pvt. Ltd
01.2024 - Current
  • Led end-to-end redesign of visa application platform (web & mobile), improving task completion by 40% and reducing user drop-offs globally.
  • Built and implemented a scalable design system and component library, improving consistency and development speed.
  • Conducted user research in 60+ countries, integrating insights into product decisions, resulting in localized, user-friendly experiences.
  • Collaborated with product managers, dev teams, and stakeholders to align design strategy with business goals.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

UI and UX Designer

Quikchex Pvt. Ltd
03.2022 - 12.2023
  • Redesigned core HR dashboard for better task visibility and automation, improving workflow efficiency by 35%.
  • Designed responsive UI for payroll, leave, and attendance modules using Figma.
  • Conducted A/B testing to improve user satisfaction score from 6.5 to 8.2 over 6 months.
  • Worked closely with engineering and QA teams to ensure seamless handoff and pixel-perfect delivery.
  • Developed wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to effectively communicate design ideas to the development team.
  • Gathered meaningful insights from users through interviews, surveys, and usability tests to inform future design decisions.

UI and UX Designer

KARCO Pvt. Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Led UX for learning management systems (TrACE, DynamiCA), improving accessibility for maritime users with varying digital literacy.
  • Developed wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes.
  • Collaborated with 3D animation teams and embedded immersive safety videos into the platforms.
  • Implemented responsive design principles for optimal viewing on various devices and screen sizes.
  • Balanced aesthetics with functionality in designs, resulting in visually appealing products that effectively met user needs.

Senior Lead Designer

7 Classes
04.2019 - 12.2019
  • Streamlined communication between departments through effective project management strategies, improving overall efficiency.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of design elements into final products.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and exceeding client expectations.
  • Reduced design process timeline with efficient workflow management and collaboration techniques.

Education

M.Des - Product Design

Unitedworld Institute of Design
Gujrat, India
05-2018

B.Com - Commerce

J.M.Patel College of Commerce
Mumbai, India
05-2015

Skills

  • Accessibility design
  • Interaction design
  • Strategic thinking
  • Print design
  • Product design
  • User experience

Timeline

Design Manager

VFS Global Pvt. Ltd
01.2024 - Current

UI and UX Designer

Quikchex Pvt. Ltd
03.2022 - 12.2023

UI and UX Designer

KARCO Pvt. Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2022

Senior Lead Designer

7 Classes
04.2019 - 12.2019

M.Des - Product Design

Unitedworld Institute of Design

B.Com - Commerce

J.M.Patel College of Commerce
Sugandh TokekarProduct Designer