Hi — I'm Shaik A Aziz

A Chicago-based Experience Designer dedicated to creating ethical, impactful products by combining design thinking with deep user empathy. I excel in crafting intuitive, functional fin-tech user experiences that drive both business success & user satisfaction.

Soft Skills

Empathy
Curiosity
Critical Thinking
Team Collaboration
Adaptability
Prioritization
Communication

Hard Skills

UI/UX Design
User Research
User Testing Wireframing/Prototyping
Information Architecture
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Design System Standards
Accessibility Design
Illustrator & Adobe Suite

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And this is my Story

A Commerce student turned UX professional with a Masters Degree in Human-Computer Interaction.

Driven by a passion for design and problem-solving after acquiring my bachelors, I transitioned from commerce to a career in UX design. Over the past three years, I’ve worked with various clients & companies, from B2C SaaS startups to B2B fintech organizations. I’ve developed comprehensive design systems & solutions and collaborated with talented designers and engineers, mastering a full spectrum of UX tasks —from research to final design handovers.

My journey began during the pandemic when I started graphic design as a side gig while in college. This exploration led me to discover UX design, and I quickly fell in love with creative problem-solving and crafting meaningful user experiences. After working as a UX Designer for two years, I realized the need to upskill and deepen my knowledge. That’s when I discovered the HCI program at DePaul University, which brought me to Chicago to further my expertise.

Currently living in Chicago, I continue to apply my skills as a UX Product Designer. Having grown up in Jeddah, KSA, and worked in Hyderabad, India, I’ve embraced adaptability as my superpower. My experiences across diverse cultures and languages enrich my design approach, enabling me to create innovative, inclusive solutions. I value the iterative design process, refining my work based on user feedback and business goals to develop empowering, accessible products.

What I’m Reading

Laws of UX: Design Principles for Persuasive and Ethical Products —Jon Yablonski

Don’t Make Me Think, Revisited —Steve Krug

The Design of Everyday Things —Don Norman

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My Career so far.

Before moving to Chicago for my Master's in Human-Computer Interaction, I spent 2.5 years designing fintech solutions with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics. ‍I value the iterative design process, continuously refining my work based on user feedback and business objectives. My commitment to accessibility ensures that my designs are inclusive, driving me to create products that empower users and help businesses.

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Design Skills.

Brand Design
Logo Design
3D Design
Print Design
UX/UI Design
CMS Websites
HTML/CSS
iOS Swift Dev
Social Media
Creative Direction

Education & Experience.

I hold a Bachelor’s in Commerce with a major in Computer Science from Osmania University and am nearing the completion of my Master’s in Human-Computer Interaction at DePaul University. My studies have deepened my understanding of code and design, merging creativity with analytical thinking to craft intuitive solutions. My background in graphic design and experience with various projects, from startups to large corporations, have honed my ability to create visually appealing and strategically aligned user experiences.

Tools I Use.

Figma
Webflow
Wordpress
Elementor
Adobe XD
Photoshop
Illustrator
Lightroom
After Effects
Premiere Pro
Blender
SketchUp
Experience & Education

A Timeline of what I’ve been up to for the Past 10 years.

Highlighting key events, and milestones from the past 10 years, showcasing personal and professional growth, and important transitions.

Masters | Human Computer Interaction

Depaul University
Jan ’24 - Aug ’25

UX Product Designer

Zaggle Inc
Apr ’23 - Dec ’23

UXUI Designer

SurveyHeart LLP
Apr ’22 - Mar ’23

Graphic/UXUI Designer

Dashdodo
Jan ’21 - Apr ’22

Bachelors | Commerce in Computer Science

Osmania University
Jul ’18 - Aug ’21

Senior Secondary Education

IISJ | CBSE
Apr ’15 - Mar ’17