Calbert  Fernandes
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Calbert Fernandes

Product Designer in San Francisco, He/him

Looking for Full-Time Opportunities

2 months ago

About

I’m a Product Designer with over 3 years of experience, blending creativity and user-centric design to build intuitive, high-impact digital experiences. My design journey has taken me through a variety of roles, from architecture to e-learning platforms, and most recently, product design for web and tools. I have a deep passion for merging technology with user needs to create powerful and innovative design solutions.

Work Experience

2024 — Now
Product Designer at Alameda County Community Food Bank
Oakland, CA
  • Lead a 0 to 1 initiative of a digital toolkit used by over 200 staff members, supporting ACCFB's shift to Food Justice; incorporating user-centered design and stakeholder interviews, boosting understanding by 47% and engagement by 25%.

  • Develop user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma; refine website design through three rounds of usability testing, ensuring consistent digital touchpoints that embed ACCFB's food justice principles into communications.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create a cohesive brand identity and design system for an educational card game; design and prototype the game, increasing food justice awareness among staff and community members.

2022 — 2023
UX Designer at Actuate Microlearning
Mumbai, IN
  • Improved UX/UI on Actuate’s website by evaluating and identifying functionality issues with its learning management system, recommended and made modifications that achieved a bounce rate of 34.51%.

  • Integrated gamification techniques into existing e-learning courses, which enhanced learner retention rates by 30%.

  • Implemented a streamlined prototyping process using Figma, reducing design iteration time by 42% and improving collaboration with 5+ engineers, showcasing ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

2020 — 2022
User Experience Designer at Studio TAB
Mumbai, IN
  • Designed and developed complex 3D models, renders, and concept drawings for over 20 large-scale immersive interactive installations in malls and airports across India, providing engaging experiences to more than 100,000 visitors.

  • Crafted compelling pitch decks and presentations to effectively communicate design concepts and user research insights to stakeholders and clients, improving understanding and accelerating project approvals.

Education

2023 — 2024
Masters in Human Computer Interacton at California College of the Arts
San Francisco, CA

Relevant Coursework: Design Systems, User Experience Research, Prototyping, Data Analysis, Design Ethics, Strategy

2016 — 2022
Bachelor of Architecture at University of Mumbai
Mumbai, IN

Relevant Coursework: Behavioral Studies in Design, Visual Design, 3D Modeling and Visualization

Projects

2024
  • Designed and prototyped responsive website for desktop and mobile, managing multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

  • Conducted user research across 5 platforms, leading to a 25% increase in public participation by informing targeted design improvements.

  • Developed a comprehensive design system and style guide, ensuring brand consistency across multiple touchpoints.

Volunteering

2019 — 2020
Mumbai, IN

Taught English to children from underprivileged backgrounds.