Ruben Joseph

Ruben Joseph

Ruben Joseph

MY STORY

MY STORY

MY STORY

We all cherish our originality and the unique ideas we bring to the table. Yet, if we dig deeper, we realise our surroundings and upbringing heavily influence these notions. So, to honour my journey thus far, let me share a bit about it.

I grew up in Kochi, a vibrant port city steeped in colonial, dutch, and português art and architecture. It instilled in me a deep appreciation for beauty and thoughtfulness for timeless creation. Surrounded by diverse art influences drawn from around the globe, I wanted to create stuff on my own. This led me to prioritise creation over consumption, a philosophy that became my guiding motto.

We all cherish our originality and the unique ideas we bring to the table. Yet, if we dig deeper, we realise our surroundings and upbringing heavily influence these notions. So, to honour my journey thus far, let me share a bit about it.

I grew up in Kochi, a vibrant port city steeped in colonial, dutch, and português art and architecture. It instilled in me a deep appreciation for beauty and thoughtfulness for timeless creation. Surrounded by diverse art influences drawn from around the globe, I wanted to create stuff on my own. This led me to prioritise creation over consumption, a philosophy that became my guiding motto.

We all cherish our originality and the unique ideas we bring to the table. Yet, if we dig deeper, we realise our surroundings and upbringing heavily influence these notions. So, to honour my journey thus far, let me share a bit about it.

I grew up in Kochi, a vibrant port city steeped in colonial, dutch, and português art and architecture. It instilled in me a deep appreciation for beauty and thoughtfulness for timeless creation. Surrounded by diverse art influences drawn from around the globe, I wanted to create stuff on my own. This led me to prioritise creation over consumption, a philosophy that became my guiding motto.

My journey so far

Sequence of events over the years that led me to pursue a career in product design.

2017

2017
B.Tech Computer Science

Karunya University

During my undergrad years, I explored everything that I found interesting. Despite my focus on computer science, I always craved adding creativity. With support from friends and teachers, I delved into game design, 3D modelling, hackathons, and poster-making. These experiences boosted my confidence in my creative abilities.

2021

2021
Full Creative

UX Intern

I was at a crossroads after university, I debated between a traditional development role and venturing into the world of design. But after a chat with the design team at Full Creative, something clicked. Zero UI/UX background? No problem. My mentors there showed me the ropes, emphasising that design isn't just about making things look good; it's about nailing the little details that count.

2021

2021
Fluid Designs

UI/UX Designer

Time to ditch the training wheels. My first project at the studio? It was for a Fortune 500 company, so I had to learn fast. Talking to clients, gathering feedback, and running user tests with a big crowd was totally new for me. But guess what? I had a blast figuring it all out. Despite the learning curve, it was surprisingly fun!

2022

2022
MSc User Experience Design

Kingston University

Once COVID was over and I had an idea about my career direction, I thought it was time to level up my skills and dive deeper into things that interested me. So, I started looking into a master's program at Kingston. Next thing I knew, I was packing my bags and heading to the bustling but charming city of London.

2023

2023
Product Designer

Alliants

As the sole product designer on our AXP crew, I'm elevating offerings for big names like Four Seasons, Jumeirah, and Mandarin Oriental. From brainstorming new features to launching AI, Marketing, messaging, and concierge modules, it's been a blast. I also connect with clients to ensure we're meeting their needs, keeping things fresh and fabulous in luxury hospitality.

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