Mithra Nezhad (She/Her)
Skilled Strategic Designer with B.A. degrees in Interaction & Industrial Design. Deep expertise in UX/UI Design, employing user-centered methodologies like design thinking.
Employment History
Creative Technologist & Project Manager
Oyoun gUG Berlin
Mar, 2023 – Dec, 2023
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Management of the project Oyoun-MediaLab (Main Project): As the project manager of the MediaLab Project, I led efforts to democratize access to technology, with a particular focus on empowering BIPOC artists in Berlin. Additionally, I initiated and facilitated design thinking workshops to better understand the community’s engagement with technology and their unique approaches to it. Through these workshops, we aimed to not only empower marginalized artists but also gain valuable insights into their needs within the technological landscape.
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Creative Technologist: As a Creative Technologist at Oyoun, my responsibilities encompassed conducting technology scouting and establishing the infrastructure necessary for the digital and physical spaces of the organization. I actively sought out accessible hardware and software solutions to support the team in various aspects, including event management, production, and communication. My role involved identifying innovative tools and resources that aligned with Oyoun’s vision and goals, ensuring smooth operations and efficient workflows across all projects and initiatives.
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Digital Art Curator As a digital art curator, my role involved collaborating with the curatorial team to curate, plan, and install various digital art projects and presentations. I played a pivotal role in identifying suitable spaces within Oyoun for presenting these projects, ensuring optimal presentation quality through careful consideration of technical solutions. Moreover, I conducted comprehensive reviews of projects, engaging in frequent communication with artists to facilitate their integration into Oyoun spaces seamlessly.
Strategic Designer
Healy GmbH Berlin
May, 2021 – Sep, 2022
As the Design Strategist in Marketing and as the Branding Project Manager at Healy, I led the comprehensive redesign of the Healy brand, encompassing both visual and conceptual aspects. Through collaborative workshops and meetings with various teams, I gathered insights and ideas to develop a unique brand identity that aligned with the company’s values and objectives. This involved creating visual elements such as logos, color schemes, typography, and imagery, as well as textual elements for marketing materials, product packaging, and guides. Additionally, I established a design guideline for different departments to access and utilize design materials and templates from an updated source, ensuring consistency and coherence across all touchpoints. This guideline provided a solid structure for various aspects of design within Healy, streamlining the process and enhancing efficiency. Through meticulous planning and execution, I successfully crafted a cohesive and compelling brand identity that reflected Healy’s vision and ethos.
Interaction Designer – Research Assistant
Fraunhofer IAO Stuttgart
Feb, 2018 – Aug, 2020
During my studies in Interaction Design at HfG Schwäbisch Gmünd, I concurrently held a position as a Research Assistant, UI/UX Designer, and Front-end Developer at Fraunhofer IAO’s Human-Machine Interaction Department. This role provided me with invaluable hands-on experience, allowing me to seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application.
Operating autonomously, I undertook independent research, project planning, and decision-making, initiating projects from conception to execution. Notably, I had the freedom to select and lead project teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project objectives and ensuring timely project delivery.
My responsibilities encompassed UI/UX design and front-end development, where I contributed to the successful execution of projects and the attainment of desired outcomes. This dual role of studying and working in the field of Interaction Design enriched my expertise and provided a solid foundation of knowledge in the field.
Some of these projects included:
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Engaged in UI design and front-end development for Project BIEC
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Head of Design in an Industry 4.0 project focused on position-related technology
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Design, prototyping, and conducting user testing using a tactile vest (Project bHaptics)
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Designing interactive 3D simulations for user testing in Virtual Reality (Various Projects)Designing interactive 3D simulations for user testing in Virtual Reality (Various Projects)
Graphic & Web Designer
IPRI-Institute Stuttgart
Apr, 2017 – Jan, 2018
During my tenure as a working student at the IPRI Institute, my role was primarily task-based, focusing on:
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Design and Content Management of the Institute’s website
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Creating visual material for presentations, events, communications, etc., including visual design, video design, and photo design.
Industrial Designer
FNS Mechanical Engineering Kashan
Nov, 2014 – Mar, 2015
As an industrial designer at FNS, I led a project to design and construct a carpet yarn winding machine in Iran. Tasked with integrating features from various machines into one comprehensive unit, I focused on designing a robust structure capable of withstanding high torques and accommodating multiple cassettes of yarn winders.
Using Design Sprints, I facilitated brainstorming sessions to conceptualize the machine and translated ideas into detailed technical drawings and 3D models using CAD software. I oversaw prototype development to validate design concepts, refining them iteratively for optimal functionality and performance.
Conducting extensive research on production methods and materials, I prioritized durability and efficiency. Adhering to DIN and ISO standards, I ensured regulatory compliance and product quality. The result was a unique machine that achieved production speeds over 20% faster than competitors while maintaining exceptional quality.
Head of Design
Arxe Cooperation Tehran
Sep, 2012 – Nov, 2014
As the Head of Design at Arxe Cooperation Group, I led a team of five graphics and web designers focused on delivering comprehensive design solutions to small and medium-sized companies in Iran. Our portfolio included corporate identity, web design, product design, communication design, and packaging projects.
One of my key responsibilities was leading corporate identity design initiatives to ensure each client received a consistent and professional brand image. I oversaw every aspect of the process, from logo design to brand guidelines, ensuring cohesion and impact.
Additionally, I managed the end-to-end product design process, guiding the team from concept development to final execution. We delivered products that exceeded client expectations by balancing functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Furthermore, I coordinated the production of digital and print marketing materials, as well as packaging designs, maintaining high-quality standards and effective brand messaging.
Through strategic leadership and collaboration, our efforts contributed to the success and growth of numerous companies, establishing Arxe Cooperation Group as a trusted partner in the design industry.
Education
Bachelor of Art in Interaction Design
HfG Schwäbisch Gmünd
Oct, 2016 – Feb, 2020
At HfG, the curriculum primarily revolved around in-depth modules dedicated to User-Centered Design and the application of Design Thinking methodologies. Additionally, HfG projects were mainly focused on four approaches in Human-Computer Interactions: Interface Design (UX/UI), Invention Design, Interactive Presentation and Communication, and Generative UI Design
Media Technologies Semester abroad
HdM Stuttgart
Mar, 2015 – Sep, 2016
Attendance at advanced language courses for the TestDaF Certication (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache – Level: C1/2)
Attendance at lectures: Web technologies (HTML/CSS/JavaScript)
Bachelor of Art in Industrial Design
Azad University Central Tehran Branch
Sep, 2004 – Sep, 2010
The program placed a strong emphasis on modern design methods (Bauhaus Design Methodology) and provided comprehensive training in the field of Industrial Design.
Vocational Education in Computer-Graphics
Iran-Canada Institute Tehran
Apr, 2002 – Apr, 2004
Graphic design and computer graphics technologies
Skills
Experienced **
JavaScript, ReactJs, NextJs, Python
Adobe Video/Motion: Adobe Premier, After Effects
Expert ***
Adobe Graphic Softwares: Adobe XD, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, PDF, Firefly
Prototyping Tools: Figma, Sketch, AxureRP, Adobe XD
Content Management: Webdevelopement, WordPress
Project Management: Asana, Notion, Trello
Programing Languages and Frameworks: HTML5, CSS3, less, Tailwind
Autodesk CAD and 3D, AutoCAD, 3D Studio MAX, Vray
Sound Production: Adobe Audition, GarageBand, Logic
Beginner *
C#, C++
Languages
Fluent German & English
Farsi Native Speaker
Hobbies
Playing Chess
Meditation
Long Hiking
Musical Instrument
Live Modeling (Fashion)
HardTechno DJ