
Hardik Agarwal
Communication Designer

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About me
Design @ Microsoft AI | Microsoft AI Design & Research | Building Bing experience better | Pune Design Festival Runner up
Education

OP Jindal University
2024 - 2025Masters in Design User Experience with specialization in AI
Pearl Academy
2017 - 20214 Yrs Professional Diploma Interaction Design
Indira Gandhi National Open University
2017 - 2020Bachelor of Arts - BA English (Hons)
Experience

Dyegram
Apr 2018 - Jun 2018Communication DesignerWorked on social media post,illustratio, logo, 2D animation and video editing to enhance brand image.

Morphed Studios
Oct 2019 - Dec 2019Web DesignerCreated a high fidelity website for a client on infrastructure by working on research and creating wireframes, userflows and low fidelity mockups.

Freelance
Jan 2020 - Feb 2020FreelancerWorked with international and national clients on different types of app interface and website projects. Helped them redesigning an app and creating a better solution and experience for the user.

ALPINO
Mar 2020 - Jun 2020Interaction DesignerWorked on product, payment, services, support page and small interaction/animation on website. Created 3D renders by texturing pre built models and rendered them through Arnold Render in Cinema 4D.Worked on 2D and 3D animation of product and also social media grids and post.

The Night Marketer
Jul 2020 - Feb 2021UI/UX DesignerWorked on visual aspects and how to improve user experience for websites and apps on both frontend and backend panel. I created multiple websites and apps and was always connected with developer to maintain the perfect understanding of the design and how to implement it.

PlayShifu
May 2021 - Feb 2023Visual Designer (UX/UI Design)1. Developed and launched over 6 AR STEM games, enhancing educational engagement through interactive experiences.2. Led the 3D avatar team in creating a metaverse, from concept art to 3D modeling and app integration. Designed a system for swappable avatars, optimizing resource reuse and enabling unique avatar customization.3. Transformed traditional HUD UI into diegetic/world space UI for VR devices, increasing user interaction rates by 35%.4. Directed the visual design for games, collaborating with 2D/3D concept artists, animators, and developers. Created storyboards and mood boards to establish the visual theme.Simplified user experience for children by designing intuitive, touch-free AR interactions, enhancing gameplay accessibility. Show less

Microsoft
Feb 2023 - now1. Revamped the design of an SMS Organizer app, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement.2. Developed mainline answers on Bing search, enhancing user experience and meeting user needs effectively.3. Worked with Bing Travel team to improve the travel experience across flights, destinations, hotels, and car rentals.4. Conducted user research and usability testing, leading to design decisions that boosted user satisfaction scores by 45%.5. Implemented and standardized designs using Design Systems, ensuring consistency and efficiency.Partnered with multiple teams to create engaging animated videos for product and technical presentations.6. Drove growth initiatives for travel, increasing the Click-Conversion Rate (CCR) from 0.2% to 8%.Helped streamline the process of design signoff, undergoing mandatory steps to avoid any change when it’s shipped. Show less
UX Designer
Mar 2025 - nowSenior Asscoiate UX Designer
Feb 2023 - Mar 2025
Licenses & Certifications
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Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)
University of MichiganMar 2020 - View certificate

Front-End web UI frameworks and tools
The Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyMay 2020 
UX Design Fundamentals
California Institute of the ArtsMay 2020- View certificate

Technical Support Fundamentals
GoogleFeb 2020 
Javascript advanced
Programming HubMay 2019- View certificate

Introduction to the internet of things and embedded systems
University of California, Irvine – Sue & Bill Gross School of NursingMay 2020 
Python
Programming HubMay 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Hardik AgarwalPune Design Festival 2020 (ADI Battle of Projects) - First Runner Up, User Interface Design Association of designers of India Jan 2020 Awarded first runner up in ADI Battle of Projects held at Pune Design Festival 2020 in user interface category.
- Awarded to Hardik AgarwalDesign 360 IIIT Delhi Aug 2019 Ranked amoungst Top 10 teams in the overnight UI/UX Designathon held at IIITD in August'19
- Awarded to Hardik AgarwalPearl Excellence Award - Awarded for making it to the pearl excellence list for portraying excellence in various tasks during the academic session (2019-2020)
Volunteer Experience
Student Teaching Assistant
Issued by Pearl Academy on Jun 2019
Associated with Hardik Agarwal
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