Abhishek Manraj
Pushing boundaries in XR, perfecting journeys in UX

Leveraging my dual expertise in Architecture & UX, I design XR experiences that harmonise form, function, & user delight

M.Des student at IIT Jodhpur, seeking the next big opportunity

2 yrs

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INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

8 yrs

+

DESIGN EXPERIENCE

10

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PROJECT HANDOFFS

Abhishek Manraj

Abhishek Manraj

Pushing Boundaries in XR
Perfecting Journeys in UX

Pushing Boundaries in XR
Perfecting Journeys in UX

Leveraging my dual expertise in Architecture & UX, I design XR experiences that harmonise form, function, & user delight
Leveraging my dual expertise in Architecture & UX, I design XR experiences that harmonise form, function, & user delight

2 yrs

+

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

8 yrs

+

DESIGN EXPERIENCE

10

+

PROJECT HANDOFFS

M.Des student at IIT Jodhpur, seeking the next big opportunity

M.Des student at IIT Jodhpur, seeking the next big opportunity

XR Case Studies

XR Case Studies

XR Case Studies

XR Case Studies

A Showcase of my XR Creations

A Showcase of my XR Creations

A Showcase of my XR Creations

Experience my vision through a gallery of projects around immersive experiences & innovations

Experience my vision through a gallery of projects around immersive experiences & innovations

UX Case Studies

UX Case Studies

UX Case Studies

UX Case Studies

User Experiences for 2D Interfaces

User Experiences for 2D Interfaces

User Experiences for 2D Interfaces

Previously, I have also designed multiple web and app experiences, focusing on streamlining user flows and maximising delight

Previously, I have also designed multiple web and app experiences, focusing on streamlining user flows and maximising delight

My Background

My Background

My Background

My Background

My Background

Building Blocks of Innovation:
My Career Trajectory

Building Blocks of Innovation:
My Career Trajectory

Building Blocks of Innovation:
My Career Trajectory

From Architecture to UX Design and then specialising in Extended Reality, each experience has shaped me into the designer I am today.

From Architecture to UX Design and then specialising in Extended Reality, each experience has shaped me into the designer I am today.

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Architectural Journey

Architectural Journey

Architectural Journey

B.Arch from School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi
I gained skills in concept development, contextual studies, user research methods, developing briefs and building 3d models and renders (my favourite part!)

B.Arch from School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi
I gained skills in concept development, contextual studies, user research methods, developing briefs and building 3d models and renders (my favourite part!)

B.Arch from School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi
I gained skills in concept development, contextual studies, user research methods, developing briefs and building 3d models and renders (my favourite part!)
Project Architect at Hastaakshar Design Studio
I learnt client and stakeholder management, handling 3 projects from concept to hand off stage. I also got introduced to Web Design- building their website and NFT minting.
Project Architect at Hastaakshar Design Studio
I learnt client and stakeholder management, handling 3 projects from concept to hand off stage. I also got introduced to Web Design- building their website and NFT minting.
Project Architect at Hastaakshar Design Studio
I learnt client and stakeholder management, handling 3 projects from concept to hand off stage. I also got introduced to Web Design- building their website and NFT minting.

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02

Evolving as a UX Designer

Evolving as a UX Designer

Evolving as a UX Designer

Collection
Collection
Collection
Experience Designer at Cognizant Interactive Worked on projects for a range of external clients and internal projects while also taking leadership roles in team building activities and sharing my learnings.

Experience Designer at Cognizant Interactive Worked on projects for a range of external clients and internal projects while also taking leadership roles in team building activities and sharing my learnings.

Experience Designer at Cognizant Interactive Worked on projects for a range of external clients and internal projects while also taking leadership roles in team building activities and sharing my learnings.
Design Thinking & Innovation program at IIT Delhi
This intense course helped me develop a human-centric mindset while designing, innovating, developing, and testing solutions for new products through a range of projects and exercises done in an agile format.

Design Thinking & Innovation program at IIT Delhi
This intense course helped me develop a human-centric mindset while designing, innovating, developing, and testing solutions for new products through a range of projects and exercises done in an agile format.

Design Thinking & Innovation program at IIT Delhi
This intense course helped me develop a human-centric mindset while designing, innovating, developing, and testing solutions for new products through a range of projects and exercises done in an agile format.

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03

Specialising in Extended Reality

Specialising in Extended Reality

Specialising in Extended Reality

Extended Reality
Extended Reality
Extended Reality
Extended Reality
MDes in XR at IIT Jodhpur Learnt the importance of effective storytelling in XR experiences; Methods of prototyping and development in XR; Environment Design and Building for virtual worlds and methods of 3d visualisation

MDes in XR at IIT Jodhpur Learnt the importance of effective storytelling in XR experiences; Methods of prototyping and development in XR; Environment Design and Building for virtual worlds and methods of 3d visualisation

MDes in XR at IIT Jodhpur Learnt the importance of effective storytelling in XR experiences; Methods of prototyping and development; Environment Design and Building for virtual worlds and methods of 3d visualisation
XR Design Intern at Godrej and Boyce Learnt the necessity of consistent innovation for an age old firm to thrive in modern times. Applied XR to multiple verticals from fixtures like locks to large scale aerospace experiences.

XR Design Intern at Godrej and Boyce Learnt the necessity of consistent innovation for a age old firm to thrive in modern times. Applied XR to multiple verticals from the design of elements like locks to aerospace experiences.

XR Design Intern at Godrej and Boyce
Learnt the necessity of consistent innovation for a age old firm to thrive in modern times. Applied XR to multiple verticals from the design of elements like locks to aerospace experiences.

Testimonials

Testimonials

Testimonials

Testimonials

Testimonials

What people I worked with have to say about me!

What people I worked with have to say about me!

What people I worked with have to say about me!

Abhishek displayed remarkable excellence across a spectrum of XR projects at Godrej. He quickly picked up new XR design tools, showing impressive learning ability.

Bismita Nayak

Head, Godrej Immersive Tech. & Digital Exp.

Abhishek displayed remarkable excellence across a spectrum of XR projects at Godrej. He quickly picked up new XR design tools, showing impressive learning ability.

Bismita Nayak

Head, Godrej Immersive Tech. & Digital Exp.

Abhishek displayed remarkable excellence across a spectrum of XR projects at Godrej. He quickly picked up new XR design tools, showing impressive learning ability.

Bismita Nayak

Head, Godrej Immersive Tech. & Digital Exp.

Abhishek displayed remarkable excellence across a spectrum of XR projects at Godrej. He quickly picked up new XR design tools, showing impressive learning ability.

Bismita Nayak

Head, Godrej Immersive Tech. & Digital Exp.

Abhishek displayed remarkable excellence across a spectrum of XR projects at Godrej. He quickly picked up new XR design tools, showing impressive learning ability.

Bismita Nayak

Head, Godrej Immersive Tech. & Digital Exp.

He did a great job on everything he worked on. A reliable team player with a clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities. It was really nice working with him.

Aroopam Bhuyan

Lead Consultant, Cognizant

He did a great job on everything he worked on. A reliable team player with a clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities. It was really nice working with him.

Aroopam Bhuyan

Lead Consultant, Cognizant

He did a great job on everything he worked on. A reliable team player with a clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities. It was really nice working with him.

Aroopam Bhuyan

Lead Consultant, Cognizant

He did a great job on everything he worked on. A reliable team player with a clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities. It was really nice working with him.

Aroopam Bhuyan

Lead Consultant, Cognizant

He did a great job on everything he worked on. A reliable team player with a clear understanding of tasks and responsibilities. It was really nice working with him.

Aroopam Bhuyan

Lead Consultant, Cognizant

Abhishek delivered an exceptional digital experience template showcasing Godrej's legacy. His proficiency, attention to detail, and dedication set a high standard.

Vrunda Pathare

Head, Godrej Archives

Abhishek delivered an exceptional digital experience template showcasing Godrej's legacy. His proficiency, attention to detail, and dedication set a high standard.

Vrunda Pathare

Head, Godrej Archives

Abhishek delivered an exceptional digital experience template showcasing Godrej's legacy. His proficiency, attention to detail, and dedication set a high standard.

Vrunda Pathare

Head, Godrej Archives

Abhishek delivered an exceptional digital experience template showcasing Godrej's legacy. His proficiency, attention to detail, and dedication set a high standard.

Vrunda Pathare

Head, Godrej Archives

Abhishek delivered an exceptional digital experience template showcasing Godrej's legacy. His proficiency, attention to detail, and dedication set a high standard.

Vrunda Pathare

Head, Godrej Archives

He is a talented and diligent designer with excellent leadership and communication skills. His positive energy and ability to deliver quality work make him a valuable asset.

Daksh Kalra

Co-founder, HDS

He is a talented and diligent designer with excellent leadership and communication skills. His positive energy and ability to deliver quality work make him a valuable asset.

Daksh Kalra

Co-founder, HDS

He is a talented and diligent designer with excellent leadership and communication skills. His positive energy and ability to deliver quality work make him a valuable asset.

Daksh Kalra

Co-founder, HDS

He is a talented and diligent designer with excellent leadership and communication skills. His positive energy and ability to deliver quality work make him a valuable asset.

Daksh Kalra

Co-founder, HDS

He is a talented and diligent designer with excellent leadership and communication skills. His positive energy and ability to deliver quality work make him a valuable asset.

Daksh Kalra

Co-founder, HDS

Abhishek is a dedicated and creative student with a strong passion for XR design. His innovative approach, hard work, and keen attention to detail consistently make him stand out.

Dr. Gaurav Vaidya

Asst. Professor at IITJ

Abhishek is a dedicated and creative student with a strong passion for XR design. His innovative approach, hard work, and keen attention to detail consistently make him stand out.

Dr. Gaurav Vaidya

Asst. Professor at IITJ

Abhishek is a dedicated and creative student with a strong passion for XR design. His innovative approach, hard work, and keen attention to detail consistently make him stand out.

Dr. Gaurav Vaidya

Asst. Professor at IITJ

Abhishek is a dedicated and creative student with a strong passion for XR design. His innovative approach, hard work, and keen attention to detail consistently make him stand out.

Dr. Gaurav Vaidya

Asst. Professor at IITJ

Abhishek is a dedicated and creative student with a strong passion for XR design. His innovative approach, hard work, and keen attention to detail consistently make him stand out.

Dr. Gaurav Vaidya

Asst. Professor at IITJ

Let's Connect

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Know more about me & my work

Looking forward to contributing to the next transformational experience!

Let's Connect

Know more about me & my work
Looking forward to contributing to the next transformational experience!

Let's Connect

Know more about me & my work

Looking forward to contributing to the next transformational experience!

Let's Connect

Know more about me & my work

Looking forward to contributing to the next transformational experience!
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I design digital, physical and phygital experiences.

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I design digital, physical and phygital experiences.

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