Nidheesh Hasabnis

About

With a robust background in architecture and human-computer interaction, I have cultivated a diverse skill set that bridges design and technology. I am currently pursuing a degree in Human Computer Interaction at California College of the Arts, building on my Bachelor of Architecture from Aayojan School of Architecture and Design and Savitribai Phule Pune University. My professional journey includes roles such as Experience Designer at Oya Protocol, where I enhanced product usability and user engagement, and a Social Impact Partner with CNN, focusing on increasing voter literacy among youth. I have also contributed to city-wide campaigns with the CCA Center for Art and Public Life and managed events at California College of the Arts. My architectural expertise was honed at GRIT: environmental design + research studio, where I led projects that combined aesthetic appeal with functional design for diverse communities.

Experience

• Experience Designer · Oya Protocol10-01-2024

  Contributed to early stage user testing and competitive analysis to assess product usability, support feature planning, and workflow optimization. Crafted the user experience of a chatbot interface, along with data-driven dashboards, landing page, and a comprehensive onboarding flow to amplify user adoption and engagement. Conceptualized a cohesive brand identity for the product in collaboration with marketing and strategy team ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals.

• Social Impact Partner (Product Designer - Capstone Project) · CNN01-01-2024 – 08-01-2024

  Developed a strategic design intervention for a social impact student project with CNN to enhance voting literacy, focusing on reengaging and retaining the younger demographic. Collaborated with a team of 5 individuals and design leaders over 7 months to devise interactive storytelling formats aimed at educating non-voters and increasing voter turnout. Designed a product segment for CNN's parental brand to help users understand their voter personalities, interact with CNN’s diverse news content, and increase their active participation in pre-election activities.

• Campaign and Design Assistant · CCA Center for Art and Public Life01-01-2024 – 07-01-2024

  Crafted diverse formats of media for a city-wide campaign and brand strategy revitalizing San Francisco's image for the theme 'Love lives in San Francisco.'

• Event Assistant · California College of the Arts02-01-2024 – 05-01-2024

  Efficiently managed event space setup and breakdown for flawless execution. Maintained smooth event flow through proactive troubleshooting, overlooking registration, handling inquiries, and overseeing supplies and refreshments.

• Architect · GRIT: environmental design + research studio02-01-2021 – 10-01-2022

  Tailored a user experience for three generations, successfully delivering the project within 1.5 years resulting in heightened client satisfaction. Spearheaded the architectural design and execution of a visually captivating 13,000 sq.ft. farmhouse. Played a key role in designing a 140 sq.m. mobile van pop-up play area, providing interactive multi-sensory experiences for toddlers and their caregivers from underserved communities. Shaped the new office culture, and strategically curated brand visibility across interactive and print media platforms for the startup.

Education

• California College of the ArtsHuman Computer Interaction
• Aayojan School of Architecture and Design, PuneBachelor of Architecture - BArch, Architecture
• Aksharnandan School - IndiaHigh School
• Savitribai Phule Pune UniversityBachelor of Architecture - BArch, Architecture

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