I’m Mehtab ✌🏼 a mother, designer and creativity enthusiast currently working remotely from sunny San Diego, CA. I like making the web a more connected 👯♀️ and less boring place 🦄
Beyond my professional pursuits, you will most likely find me engaging in pretend play, creating art, and dancing with my 4-year-old son 🎨🕺, diving into the thrill of horror movies 🎥, immersing myself in the depths of psychology books 📚, and create art for my Etsy shop 🎨. I also cherish moments at the beach, where I find my inner peace and rejuvenate my spirit by the calming waves 🌊✨.
A story on how I got into UX
There was no growth for me in Fashion Design.
And that's okay ♥️
But gained extensive knowledge about understanding user needs and iterating designs based on feedback.
2012 - 2019
Career Change and Landed my First UX Job!
I continued my work in fashion and graphic design while learning about UX designing by enrolling in online courses focused on UX design.
Leveraged my design background to quickly learn UX design tools. This is where my love for psychology and problem-solving came into play, as I became fascinated by how products can change people’s lives.
Embracing discomfort, I aimed to push my boundaries and I gained invaluable experiences that shaped my personal and professional growth.
Landed my first UX design job at a consulting company through networking.
2019
Advanced UX Education and Career Growth
Worked with various clients in different industries, gaining skills in visual design, user research, and user experience.
Completed UX design program at General Assembly, becoming a full-stack designer.
Continued working at the consulting company, expanding my expertise with diverse clients while working on growing my professional network.
2021
Creative Expansion and Startup Experience
Worked as a Product Designer for TAP network, a social networking platform for creators and businesses.
After TAP network's launch in November 2022, I explored new opportunities and landed a UX Designer job at Fluidra, working on service-based and automation products.
In addition, I realized my love for creating and building productive workspaces for people. So, I created an Etsy shop to sell digital arts and prints, bringing happiness and creating memories in people's lives as a fun side hustle!
2022
Mentoring and AI Exploration
Started mentoring junior designers at Fluidra, discovering a passion for teaching and helping designers grow.
I am a verified mentor on ADP List!
Began exploring and learning about AI in UX design.
2023
Stealth Startup and AI Specialization
The CPO of a Stealth Startup reached out to me for help in designing a product using AI solutions.
Completed a credited course on human-centered AI, which has enhanced my ability to design better solutions at the Stealth Startup.
Currently working as Design Lead at the Stealth Startup.
2024
What's next?
I’m currently looking for new full time opportunities and senior design roles.
Let’s Turn Ideas into Interactive Masterpieces Together!