
Meenal Dobariya
UI/UX Designer

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About me
Usability and Accessibility Specialist @Gies College of Business | Specializing in User Research and Intuitive Design | Committed to Inclusive Design
Education

Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar
2014 - 2019B.Arch Architecture First Class with Distinction - GPA 3.75/4Activities and Societies: -Participated in NASA Zonals and Nationals (National Associations of Students of Architecture) in ANDC trophy and HUDCO trophy -Member of the Student Council 2016-17 and 2018-19. -Event Co-ordinator and Costume Designer at Fashion Show -Aarohan 2017 and 2019. - Designing architectural projects like contextual, institutional, housing, and urban intervention studios.- Conducting project-related research - literature and on-site case studies, user research, and swot analysis.- Hand On experience in applying critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration- Developed skills in graphic design, visual communications, design principles, and 3D visualization through the creation of artworks, art installations, 3d models, and abstract… Show more - Designing architectural projects like contextual, institutional, housing, and urban intervention studios.- Conducting project-related research - literature and on-site case studies, user research, and swot analysis.- Hand On experience in applying critical thinking, problem-solving and collaboration- Developed skills in graphic design, visual communications, design principles, and 3D visualization through the creation of artworks, art installations, 3d models, and abstract paintings Show less

Northeastern University
2021 -Master's degree Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia - Interaction Design GPA 3.88/4Relevant Coursework: Programming Foundations for Digital Media • Usability & Human Interaction • Digital Storytelling • Research Methods for Global User Experiences • Usable Design for Mobile Digital Media • Interactive Info Design • Typography for Interactivity • Visual Communications • Information Technology and Creative Practice • Fundamentals of Human Behaviors for Interactive Systems
Experience

Data Square
Jul 2019 - Aug 2021UI/UX DesignerSuccessfully modernized a legacy application, resulting in a 30% reduction in support tickets due to improved usability.Collaborated with marketing and product teams to design and implement a new landing page, driving a 30% increase in lead generation. Utilized Webflow for development and ensured accessibility with WAVE evaluation tool.Streamlined user onboarding for a SaaS product, leading to a 20% decrease in user churn. Conducted user flow analysis and designed intuitive experiences using Figma for prototyping.Developed design guidelines for a new software application, ensuring visual consistency and user experience across platforms. Utilized InVision for creating interactive prototypes for developer handoff.Enhanced mobile app user experience by 10% through iterative usability testing with Lookback and interface improvements in Sketch.Contributed to a 5% increase in website traffic through collaboration on a website redesign project, focusing on information architecture and user experience optimization using Google Analytics. Show less

Northeastern University
Jan 2022 - Apr 2023User Experience DesignerSuccessfully revamped the university website, conducting user journey mapping and iterative prototyping to address user pain points, resulting in a 32% increase in user engagement and positive feedback from students and faculty.Improved website information architecture through card sorting and tree testing techniques, leading to a 13% decrease in user support inquiries and enhanced overall user satisfaction.Designed and built responsive prototypes for desktop and mobile devices, prioritizing accessibility and usability best practices. This project showcased strong technical skills and understanding of user needs, exceeding objectives. Show less

Planck Technology
Apr 2023 - nowUI/UX DesignerEnhanced user engagement by 25% through redesigning the core user interface of a social media platform using Figma for prototyping and conducting A/B testing with Maze.Led UI/UX redesign of a complex website, resulting in a 17% increase in conversion rate. Collaborated with cross-functional teams using Jira for project management and Confluence for documentation.Conducted user research for a new mobile app, including user interviews and surveys with SurveyMonkey, to identify key user pain points and inform design direction.Developed and implemented a comprehensive design system using Sketch, streamlining the design process and ensuring brand consistency across digital products.Optimized website performance by 20% through responsive design principles and collaboration with developers on front-end code using HTML and CSS.Utilized wireframing techniques to create skeletal frameworks of digital products, defining layout, navigation, and content structure while facilitating collaboration with stakeholders and developers. Show less

Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Jul 2024 - nowUsability and Accessibility Specialist
Licenses & Certifications
- View certificate

Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
CourseraDec 2021 - View certificate

Marketing Foundations: Ecommerce
LinkedInApr 2024 - View certificate

Information Accessibility Design and Policy (IADP) Online Certificate Program
College of Applied Health Sciences at IllinoisMay 2025 
Liscenced Architect
Council of Architecture - IndiaMar 2021- View certificate

Getting started in Google Analytics
CourseraJan 2022
Volunteer Experience
Member | Website Implementation Guidelines Group (WIGG)
Issued by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on Oct 2024
Associated with Meenal DobariyaOrganizer | Figma at Illinois Community
Issued by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on May 2025
Associated with Meenal DobariyaUX Designer
Issued by ACCESSIFIERS on Sept 2025
Associated with Meenal DobariyaMember | Application Development UX Standards WorkGroup
Issued by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on Nov 2024
Associated with Meenal DobariyaGraphic Designer
Issued by National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA India) on Nov 2017
Associated with Meenal DobariyaGraphic Designer
Issued by National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA India) on Jun 2016
Associated with Meenal DobariyaCostume Design and Production, Eco Fashion Walk
Issued by Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) on Apr 2016
Associated with Meenal Dobariya
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