Aarav Mishra
"User Empathy Architect: Pioneering intuitive design through user-centered research"
Currently: Creative Branding Campaign
✨ My Journey So Far
2019 – B.Sc in Graphic Design at Sharda University
Focused on graphic design with an emphasis on user-centered design principles.
2022 – Adobe Illustrator Certification
Completed a certification in advanced Adobe Illustrator for graphic design and illustration techniques.
2023 – Virtual Museum Tour App – UI/UX Internship at VisionGrid
As a UI/UX intern at VisionGrid, Aarav designed a virtual museum tour experience tailored for educational and cultural exploration. He focused on creating intuitive navigation, immersive visuals, and interactive elements to simulate a real-world museum journey.
2024 – Creative Branding Campaign
Currently working on a creative branding campaign for a startup focusing on visual identity, logo design, and promotional materials.
🧩 Proof of Work
Museum Tour App
During my internship at VisionGrid, I had the incredible opportunity to design a user-friendly virtual tour experience for a museum. This app was intended to create an interactive and educational experience for users, allowing them to explore museum exhibits remotely, as well as providing in-depth information on the various pieces of art and historical artifacts. The primary goal was to make the museum’s collection accessible to everyone, no matter their location, while providing a highly immersive experience. To achieve this, I focused on creating an interface that was simple and intuitive for all ages, with touch-based navigation to explore each exhibit in detail. Key features of the design included interactive maps, a zoom feature for close-up views, and a voice guide option to explain the significance of each artifact. I worked closely with museum curators to ensure that the content was accurate, engaging, and educational. Throughout this project, I learned a great deal about designing for accessibility and creating an experience that felt just as real as an in-person visit. This project was particularly exciting as it allowed me to combine my passion for design with user experience research, ensuring that the app catered to diverse needs, from casual visitors to educational institutions.
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College Admission Portal
During my internship at VisionGrid, I worked on the design of a college admission portal aimed at simplifying the application process for prospective students. The portal needed to be intuitive, with clear steps to guide students through the process, ensuring that it was easy to use for both tech-savvy and less experienced users. I designed a clean and well-organized user interface that presented all the necessary information in an easy-to-navigate layout. One of the biggest challenges I faced during this project was balancing the need for a comprehensive design while keeping the experience streamlined. The portal had to include various features, such as an online application form, document uploads, interview scheduling, and real-time application status tracking. To address this, I focused on creating a step-by-step process, using progress bars, tooltips, and simplified forms that made the experience user-friendly and efficient. The portal also allowed students to view personalized recommendations for courses based on their interests and academic background, which required seamless integration with the backend. In collaboration with the development team, we ensured that the portal was mobile-responsive and accessible, which was a crucial part of making the platform available to a wider audience. My involvement in this project not only sharpened my UI/UX design skills but also gave me valuable insights into how technology can transform the admission process, ultimately making it more transparent and efficient for both students and educational institutions.
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📚 Books / Ideas That Shaped Me
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down
— Haemin Sunim
In a world obsessed with speed, presence and compassion matter more. As a user empathy architect, I drew strength from stillness—because mindful design starts with a mindful mind.
The Little Prince
— Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
A poetic tale that reminds creatives like me to stay curious, emotionally intelligent, and childlike in imagination. Because empathy starts with wonder, not wireframes.
Steal Like an Artist
— Austin Kleon
I thrive on creativity and intuition—this book demystifies originality and encourages remixing ideas with confidence. A great reminder that inspiration is everywhere, not just in Figma files.