Hi there! I’m Pavithra Ramakrishnan.
I grew up in the sunny Bay Area and have always been drawn to creativity and critical thinking. This passion led me to become a versatile designer and programmer, and I aspire to use my skills to impact my communities.
My design journey began in high school with a Computer Graphic Arts class, and I expanded on it through graphic design at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I’m developing expertise in user experience, human-computer interaction, design thinking, and brand, product, and advertising design.
When I’m not designing or coding, you’ll probably find me at a boba café or browsing the plushie section in a mall. I also enjoy crafting, creating visual art, and discovering new recipes.
I currently work in machine learning + conduct LLM and user research. If you want to know more take a look (˶˃ ᵕ ˂˶)
What I Bring to the Table (Besides Snacks) 🎨
✨ Branding & Visual Identity
From logo design to full identity systems, I craft visuals that tell compelling stories and leave lasting impressions. Kerning, tracking, and grid systems? My kind of fun. With coursework in Typographic Systems and Type & Image, I design with a keen eye for composition, making text and visuals work in perfect harmony.
🐶 Human-Centered & Inclusive Design
Whether it’s a dog café brand that fosters mental well-being or an accessible navigation app for San Francisco, I design with community, accessibility, and inclusivity in mind.
🛠️ Project & Product Thinking
Design doesn’t happen in a vacuum. With my Project Management for Designers certification and research in AI & HCI, I bridge the gap between design, development, and strategy to bring projects to life efficiently.