Suraj Rajkumar

I’m Suraj R, a multidisciplinary creative and technologist—skilled in iOS Development, Commercial Photography, and Cinematography. Currently pursuing a CSE degree at PES University, I blend strong technical skills in Swift, UIKit, and Xcode with a refined eye for visual storytelling. My work spans building user-centric iOS apps and crafting cinematic content that resonates deeply with audiences.With a foundation in Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy, I approach every project with a balance of creativity and structure—merging art and code to deliver immersive, impactful experiences. Whether developing sleek mobile applications, directing brand visuals, or designing content strategies, I thrive on innovation, detail, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.Always open to new challenges, I aim to create work that not only solves problems but also tells stories that last.

Hobbies & Interests

• Exploring iOS UI/UX design and interaction patterns from award-winning apps
• Crafting short films rooted in Indian aesthetics and poetic visual storytelling
• Capturing candid moments through street, portrait, and architectural photography
• Studying Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) at the crossroads of tech and design
• Experimenting with Indian classical music and Navarasa theory for creative inspiration
• Researching Vedic texts and ancient Indian knowledge systems for modern innovation
• Writing minimalist scripts and reflective narratives for visual and digital projects
• Passionate about cultural design aesthetics, sacred geometry, and Indian minimalism
• Building experimental prototypes that combine AI, AR, and mobile interfaces
• Scouting rural, spiritual, and heritage locations for visual storytelling

Feb 2025 – Apr 2025 | Independent Project
Tech Stack: React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, React Router, Shadcn/ui

• Built a wellness platform that delivers AI-personalized Indian raga therapy based on user mood, circadian rhythm, and therapeutic goals.
• Implemented a smart matching engine for ragas like Bhairav, Yaman, and Darbari aligned with time-of-day healing practices.
• Designed an immersive UI with audio playback, raga explorer, and educational modules.
• Aimed at addressing stress, insomnia, anxiety, and focus issues via ancient Indian sound healing principles.

Mar 2025 – May 2025 | Independent Project
Tech Stack: React Native (Expo), TypeScript, Zustand, AsyncStorage, Expo Router

• Developed a cozy virtual chai café app that promotes mindful digital conversations and ambient relaxation.
• Features included custom chai preferences, ambient virtual tables, and an AI conversation companion.
• Integrated ambient soundscapes, privacy modes, and a reflective journaling feature called “Tea Leaves.”
• UI inspired by real Indian cafés, with warm tones, light/dark modes, and serene interactions.

Apr 2025 – Present | Cultural-Tech Independent Project
Tech Stack: React 18, TypeScript, Vite, Tailwind CSS, PostCSS, Lucide, React Router, Google Fonts

• Designed an immersive web platform to visualize Vedic cosmological structures such as the 14 Lokas, Mount Meru, and the Yuga timeline.
• Integrated a scripture browser with Sanskrit verses, translations, and interactive sacred geometry.
• Features responsive 3D models and ambient UI for museum displays, schools, and spiritual institutions.
• Built as an educational bridge between ancient Indian cosmology and modern interaction design.

Mar 2025 – Apr 2025 | PES University
Tech Stack: React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, HTML5 Audio API

• Developed a frontend prototype that simulates real-time audio streaming with Spotify-style UX.
• Included buffering animations, state-managed playback, and responsive design with a modular architecture.
• Emulated WebSocket-style behavior for educational demonstration without transmitting real-time audio.
• Built as a tool for understanding streaming interfaces and client-server design principles.