I design experiences that seamlessly merge functionality with storytelling, ensuring products are both purposeful and engaging. By blending UI, UX, and Visual Design, I create interfaces that are intuitive, consistent, and visually compelling. My approach combines user research, usability testing, and scalable design systems to deliver user-friendly solutions. With AI-driven innovation, ranging from personalization to generative design, I explore smarter ways to enhance digital journeys. Whether shaping e-learning platforms, mobile applications, or brand identities, my focus is on crafting impactful and memorable experiences that adapt to evolving user needs.
Nikhil Arun Sarkate
Product Designer
UI/UX , Visual Design
Work Experience and Others
Impelsys | Creative design Lead | 2022 - currently working
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Designed intuitive UI/UX experiences that simplified navigation and boosted adoption across platforms like DADB, Emids, PureStorage, AHA, and SLX.
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Led and managed a design team through end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery of user-centered solutions.
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Integrated AI-driven tools (predictive analytics, personalization, generative design) to optimize workflows and create adaptive learning experiences.
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Conducted user research and usability testing, driving data-informed design improvements and enhancing learner satisfaction.
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Built scalable design systems and processes, reducing development time, minimizing defects, and ensuring brand consistency across projects.
MIPL Global | Graphic Designer | 2021 - 2022
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Designed wall graphics, illustrations, and branding assets tailored for corporate environments, enhancing workplace visibility and interaction.
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Applied UX principles to spatial design, improving navigation and overall user experience within office spaces.
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Collaborated with client teams and vendors to deliver accurate, production-ready artwork aligned with brand guidelines.
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Executed successful branding projects for Microsoft, Infosys, Accenture, Guardian Life, Amadeus, Colliers, and Wisetech.
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Strengthened company portfolio and boosted client satisfaction and repeat business through innovative, high-quality design solutions.
My Big Brand Story | Visual Designer (Consultant) | 2021
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Developed creative design plans and visual concepts aligned with client objectives and brand identity.
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Defined and implemented color themes, typography, and visual styles to establish cohesive brand aesthetics.
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Designed digital and print assets that ensured consistency, impact, and effective brand communication.
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Collaborated with clients and teams to translate business goals into compelling visual storytelling.
Turtlemint | Video Producer (Internship) | 2019
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Produced motion graphics, video edits, and storyboards to bring campaign concepts to life.
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Designed graphic assets and visuals aligned with brand tone and messaging.
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Assisted in live-action shoots, contributing to planning, set design, and execution.
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Delivered on-brand video content that strengthened communication and boosted audience engagement.
Born For | Director and Artist | 2020
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Led end-to-end production of a 5-minute animated film, covering storyboarding, character design, environment design, animation, and compositing.
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Applied storytelling and UX principles to craft an engaging and emotionally impactful narrative.
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Collaborated with sound designers and editors to refine emotional tone and audience engagement.
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Showcased ability to translate social themes into visual storytelling, strengthening portfolio with leadership and creative direction.
Freelance | Graphic Designer | 2020 - 2021
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Designed brand identities for startups, including logos, packaging, and marketing assets, to build strong visual presence and recognition.
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Created illustrations and graphic designs that enhanced storytelling, product differentiation, and customer engagement.
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Collaborated with clients to understand business goals and deliver tailored, brand-aligned design solutions.
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Strengthened client brands by ensuring consistent and impactful visual communication across touchpoints.
Education
Master of Design
National Institute of Design
( Animation Film Design )
Bachelor of Engineering
Mumbai University
( Electronics and Telecommunication )
Core Skills
UI Design: Responsive interfaces, grids, typography, prototyping, design systems
UX Design: Research, usability testing, information architecture, journey mapping
Visual Design: Branding, illustrations, marketing assets, motion graphics, spatial design
Collaboration: Agile workflows, developer handoff, cross-functional alignment, mentoring
Language
English
Hindi
Marathi
Software
Adobe Creative suit
Figma
AI Tools
Awards and Achievements
Best New Comer Award | Impelsys
This award is for consistently excelling in their position with exemplary performance, passion and commitment to disciplined execution.
SPOT Award x 3 times | Impelsys
In recognition of outstanding achievement that exemplifies comany core value in learning and content services team.
Customer Delight Award | Impelsys
This award was a team recognition for the AHA production project, where I led the course design and managed the design team. My role involved overseeing the creative direction and ensuring cohesive collaboration throughout the process.
Dream Team Award | Impelsys
This award was a team recognition for the DADB Project, where I led the end-to-end design process. As a designer, I collaborated closely with the client, manager, and developers to deliver a cohesive and impactful solution.
Theatre Preformane x 9 times with different productions
As an actor, I’ve performed in 9 professional theatre productions across 3 different theatre groups, collaborating with diverse teams and storytelling styles.
Aero India Photography Competition
I participated in the Aero India Photography Competition, where I captured dynamic shots of fighter aircraft, helicopters, and aerial acrobatics showcased by different countries.