PMP and AI certified Design Leader with 18+ years of experience across User Experience, Emerging Technology, Media & Entertainment domains

Namaskaram

Hello!

I'm an Indian design leader based in Hyderabad.
My work encompasses design, strategy and leadership in digital brand, product, motion, film and user experience for large and small organisations.
I've led creative projects in technology, finance, retail, governments, media and entertainment, among other industries globally.

I am currently helping an AI start-up build products that will revolutionise customer engagement!

Artist at heart,
an experience leader by design.

crafting creative solutions and experiences with precision, where craftsmanship meets function at every pixel

USER EXPERIENCE
Amazon
2015 - 2024

Built the India UX studio and delivered bar raising end-to-end onsite/offsite buying and post-ordering experiences globally, leading a team of 11 uxers

MOTION & FILM
Prasad Corp
2012 - 2015

Owned end-to-end film and post-production services across VFX, digitisation, restoration, stereoscopy for global studios, leading a team of 240+ digital artists across India

ART DIRECTION
RR Donnelley & Sons
2004 - 2011

Acquired skills and grew steadily by delivering a variety of integrated communication projects across several fortune 500 clients, leading a team of 40+ creatives

UX focus & bandwidth

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Recommendations

See what my partners have to say about collaborating with me (more on LinkedIn)

"Sekhar’s command of enterprise systems and B2B integrations is remarkable. He has a deep understanding of the complexities involved in designing and managing large-scale enterprise solutions, and his ability to seamlessly integrate diverse systems is nothing short of impressive. Sekhar’s approach ensures that integrations are not only technically sound but also strategically aligned with business objectives, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Sekhar's expertise is not limited to his technical proficiency; his strategic vision and innovative thinking sets him apart. He stays current with emerging technologies and industry trends, applying this knowledge to develop cutting-edge solutions that keep pace with evolving business needs. His proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement is a testament to his dedication and commitment to excellence. I highly recommend Sekhar for any role or project requiring top-notch expertise and strategic insight in these critical areas."

Naga Kalanadhabhatla
Product Management Leader, Amazon Business

"I worked as the researcher on the team with Sekhar as the design lead. Sekhar was a great advocate for research in the design process and worked to integrate research whenever possible. He advocates for design based on customer insights and understands the need to leverage a variety of research methodologies as appropriate. Sekhar
is also a good collaborator. He excels in working with
cross-functional teams, fostering an environment of open communication and mutual respect."

Tanya Feinstein
Head of Market Research, Amazon Business

"I had the pleasure of working closely with Sekhar for 5 years at Amazon. He supported my team of Product Managers as a UX design lead. With him, my team collaborated on many projects helping resolve customer service issues. One notable solution we delivered together is Case Management for Amazon Business Customers. His exceptional ability to transform complex B2B e-commerce workflows into intuitive user experiences is truly commendable. Sekhar displays a unique blend of creativity and analytical thinking at every opportunity he gets,
which allows him to deliver simplified UX solutions.

A strong collaborator, Sekhar is always eager to share knowledge and work effectively with cross-functional teams. His ownership and dedication to projects are inspiring. I’ve been impressed by his growth from an individual contributor to a capable team manager.
His ability to nurture and develop his team is evident in
their performance.

I believe Sekhar will be an asset to any team/
organization that is looking to put customer first when designing a solution."

Srinivas Penumaka
Product and Tech Leader, Amazon Business

"Sekhar is one of those rare individuals that you like immediately upon meeting and grow fonder over time with. He has an incredible way with people without any false persona. He is genuinely a good person, and on top of that he’s also really good at being a manager. He worked for me as the Design manager For Amazon business and I can say I would hire him again in a heartbeat. He led the studio in India for me and the team output was rapid and high-quality. He has impressive language skills which was a real plus for me, not knowing Indian dialects myself."

Charley Ames
Senior UX Leader, Amazon Business

Get in Touch

Let's connect! Whether you're interested in discussing UX design projects, creative collaboration, or have inquiries about podcasts, keynotes, or anything related to my work and experience, I'm here to chat!

Contact

+91 8374000123

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