Hello
I’m Nikhil Muraleedharan.
Designer with a lifelong passion for learning and creating user-centric solutions. Eager to collaborate and contribute to innovative projects.
mail@mnikhil.com
+61 435 031 081
About me
Hi there!
My love for drawing inspired me to pursue a career in design. What started as a hobby has grown into a fulfilling career. I’ve progressed from a junior designer to a skilled UI/UX designer, constantly learning and adapting to the rapid changes in the design world. This journey keeps my work fresh and exciting every day.
A memorable experience for me was my first project, which involved creating a poster for children to demonstrate that “Math is fun.” It was funny because math was my toughest subject in school! After more than 10 revisions and working closely with the client, I learned how valuable feedback is in overcoming challenges and creating something great and Working in ecommerce has also taught me a lot. I’ve collaborated with marketing teams, retailers, and customers, this experience significantly enhanced my problem-solving and teamwork skills.
I always approach design by thinking about the problems I face and finding solutions. If the solution works well, I turn it into a practice project to continue improving. I believe design should be simple, accessible, and relevant to the audience. Great design is easy to understand, includes everyone, and fits the purpose it’s made for.
For visual design, the theme should be carefully chosen to match the situation and environment it’s meant for. It’s important to consider the context, audience, and purpose of the design, ensuring that the colors, typography, and overall style align with the mood and message. Whether it’s a website, advertisement, or app, the visual elements should enhance the user experience by feeling natural and relevant to the setting.
I also enjoy traveling, driving, and watching YouTube videos while I eat. It’s a way for me to relax and get new ideas.
I’m excited about how AI is transforming design, helping to open up imagination into more practical ways by providing valuable insights. In the future, I’d love to work on AI-driven projects that push the boundaries of creativity.
Let’s work together and create something amazing!
Education
B.Sc. Computer Science, 2006 – 2009, University of Kerala, Kerala, India
Experience
Slumberzone NZ Ltd – Digital Designer, Jan 2024 – Present (Freelance Contract)
Slumberzone NZ Ltd – Digital Designer, May 2020 – Jan 2024 New Zealand, Auckland
GDM Ltd – UI/ UX Designer, May 2018 – Feb 2020 New Zealand, Thames
Vertibrand Xuber – Graphic Designer, Apr 2016 – Feb 2017 India, Bangalore
FocusFox Media LLP – Graphic Designer, Mar 2014 – Feb 2016 India, Cochin
DeNovo Mediate – Graphic Designer, Jul 2012 – Sep 2013 India, Trivandrum
Design Skills
UI/UX
- User-Centered Design
- Design Thinking
- Design Research
- Interaction Design
- Visual Design
- Wireframing & Prototyping
- Information Architecture
- Accessibility
Strategic Skills
- Creative Direction
- Branding + Identity
- Creative Strategy
- Digital Media
- Print Media
Technical Skills
Design Tools Expertise
- Figma
- XD
- Adobe Creative Suite(Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Design Thinking
- MIro
- FigJam
Prototyping
- Figma
- Marvel
Front-End Basics
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript Basics
- Responsive Design Principles
- Design-to-Development Handoff
