# Umika Mathur > Teaching Assistant / UX Product Designer Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/umika I am a Teaching Assistant / Product Designer with a strong interest in bridging the gap between user needs and cutting-edge technology. I am passionate about creating user-centered design solutions that prioritize inclusivity and accessibility for all users. In addition to my experience leveraging AI and machine learning technologies to enhance the overall user experience, I am particularly drawn to the intersection between design and technology, which allows for the creation of innovative and accessible digital experiences. As a natural team player, I am also interested in group leadership and working collaboratively to gain experience and develop well-rounded skills in any field. ## Work Experience ### Industry Mentor @ Develop for Good Jan 2024 – Present • Uses the A2C2 Framework as a guide for engagement and connection. • Attends weekly client meetings and internal team meetings. • Conducts project code or design reviews from a holistic perspective. • Provides feedback and guidance on team's collective progress. • Communicates mid and high-level challenges to DG management expediently. • Uses the A2C2 Framework as a guide for engagement and connection. • Attends weekly client meetings and internal team meetings. • Conducts project code or design reviews from a holistic perspective. • Provides feedback and guidance on team's collective progress. • Communicates mid and high-level challenges to DG management expediently. ### UI/UX Design Manager @ Develop for Good Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 ### UI/UX Design Facilitator @ Designlab Jan 2023 – Present Providing individualized coaching and mentorship to students enrolled in Designlab. Through study hall sessions and one on one meetings, I help students navigate their coursework, identify career goals, and develop strategies for success in the field of UX Design. • Partner with curriculum coordinators to develop and refine course materials, ensuring alignment with educational objectives and industry standards. • Spearhead and manage a peer mentorship program to enhance collaboration and professional growth among students. • Deliver presentations and lead workshops on resume building, portfolio reviews, and career advancement strategies, providing targeted support to foster student development. ### Project Manager @ Tech Fleet Professional Association Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | United States • Project Manager for the Lalich Foundation. • Coordinated cross-functional team efforts, including design, development, and content, to ensure adherence to project timelines and objectives. • Facilitated regular progress meetings, address issues, and provide strategic guidance to ensure project alignment and success. • Developed and analyze comprehensive reports to monitor project progress and identify areas for improvement, enhancing overall project efficiency. ### Founding UI/UX Designer @ Meatspace Magazine Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | San Jose, California, United States Orchestrated staff meetings and strategized solution-oriented content to troubleshoot critical issues. The magazine was very successful and provided 60+ applicants per semester with an opportunity to showcase their artwork. Offered extensive feedback and assisted 100+ student artists in building their artwork skills. • Established an art magazine/club for the art students/community on campus, completely from scratch, while serving as a board member and web designer. It is still being operated today at SJSU. • Outputs included site maps, wireframes, and information architecture. • Founded and led the design and operational strategy for an online art magazine, managing content creation, publication, and team coordination. • Administered detailed scheduling and organization of team meetings, editorial calendars, and presentations. • Coordinated art exhibitions, provided feedback to artists, and handled various administrative tasks to enhance operational efficiency and artist visibility. ### UI/UX Designer @ Ayr Wellness Inc. Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 Designer for an innovative mobile application that is one of the first services to enable debit card usability for customers shopping at AYR Wellness dispensaries. Undertake all tasks of the design process, from research to high fidelity prototypes. - Designed a payment app software with a focus on eliminating fees for debit card transactions. - Working in close collaboration with product managers, developers, designers, and business stakeholders. ### Technical Instructor/Curriculum Developer @ Hack the Hood Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Oakland, California, United States Coached and trained students from the ages of 15-25 on Python, Java Script, HTML, and CSS to teach them code theory, while introducing underprivileged communities to technology and future career options. Hosted programs and led discussions based on social justice and career navigation support that ensures economic mobility. - Assisted 60+ students develop skills in software methods and practices to build technical solutions to human centered problems. - Spearheaded numerous social justice focused workshops to speak on diverse roles in technology as well as my journey as an art and digital media student in college. Also inspired other individuals to speak about their experiences. ### Social Media Manager @ TomoCredit Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | San Francisco, California, United States - Assisted with the design and execution of social media campaigns - Created weekly and monthly editorial calendars to promote company brands on various social media websites - Created and distributed content such as blogs, infographics, videos and press releases on social media and traditional news outlets - Tracked social media engagement to identify high-performing ideas and campaigns for scalability ### UI/UX Designer @ San José Museum of Art Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | San Jose, California, United States Contributed as a UX Designer in a team of designers to create a virtual art exhibit. Performed in-depth research from a UX design perspective to create an interactive art exhibit that was hosted on the gallery website. Conducted extensive UX research to enhance website usability. - Liaised efficiently with all the team members to complete day-to-day duties productively and successfully. - Leveraged Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Maya 3D Modeling Software, and Blender to develop a special access virtual art gallery space that any viewer could interact with on the site. ### Research Coordinator @ San Jose State University Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | San Jose, California, United States - Helped a new media art collaborative called C5 to archive their artwork dating back to the 1980’s - Aided as a production assistant, research assistant, and assisted with exhibition building - Transcribed interviews ### Video Producer @ New Art City Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | San Jose, California, United States Designed mockups and conceptualized promotional videos and content for an online art gallery by utilizing Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro CC. Researched and interviewed various artists, while compiling insightful data; composed interview scripts for the same. - Developed high fidelity promotional videos for New Art City; one of the world’s first virtual interactive 3D online art galleries based in San Jose, CA. - Created compelling videos that positioned the gallery in a positive light and included interesting information pertaining to the gallery/websites background and the global art community. ### Executive Curatorial Assistant @ Fung Collaboratives Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | San Jose, California, United States • Conducted extensive research on artists and art institutions, producing detailed reports and press releases to support company initiatives. • Managed logistics for art shows and exhibitions, including marketing, publicity, and coordination with external partners. • Acted as a liaison to ensure effective communication and collaboration between the company and external stakeholders. • Utilized Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro CC • Implemented research on artists, art museums, and galleries • Represented the company when reaching out to other companies, art blogs, art magazines, and assisted in the creation of press releases • Coordinated and organized an art shows, collaborated with exhibition venues, galleries, designed mockups for planning a city wide art show and maintained marketing publicity ## Education ### Designlab ### Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA in Digital Media Art San José State University ### Bachelor of Arts - BA in UI/UX Design Minor San José State University ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/umikamathur - Website: http://www.umikamathur.com/ - Website: https://twitter.com/umdesign_ --- Source: https://flows.cv/umika JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/umika/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-05