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Hi There!
I'm Aditya Pareek a.k.a Adi
based in Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦
A product designer with an MBA specialized in project management and design thinking. I have a robust background in UX design, through working with leading tech companies, bringing innovative products to life.
My passion for sharing industry insights and mentoring fellow designers led me to teach in post-secondary educational programs in Vancouver, Canada.
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I thrive on the dynamic nature of the tech industry, continuously integrating real-world knowledge and practical skills into my teaching. My goal is to equip the next generation of designers with the tools they need to succeed, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
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Whether it's through designing cutting-edge digital products or guiding students on their educational journey, I am dedicated to fostering creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Skills I've developed so far
Design Skills: User research, journey mapping, wireframing, visual design, design systems, rapid prototyping.
Product Skills: Product strategy, sprint planning, project management, market research & analysis, agile product development, product metrics & analytics
Tools & Technologies: Figma, protopie, jira, confluence, mixpanel, google analytics, ms office suite
What am I like outside of work? Glad you asked
Chef in the making
In the kitchen, I'm an amateur chef whipping up some seriously delicious dishes. My specialties? Rich and creamy Butter Chicken, soul-soothing Dal Makhani
Cooking is my creative playground, where spices are my paint, and love is the secret ingredient. Just kidding, living alone turned me into a cook. 😆
Sports enthusiast
Whether it's the pitch, the court, or the sandy shores, I'm all about a game after a productive day at work. Having played cricket all my life, I now find my thrill in beach volleyball under the Vancouver sun and an occasional game of tennis.
From mastering cover drives to perfecting my serve, sports keep my spirit high, makes me a better team player & my heart pumping.
Cinema buff
Lights, camera, action! I'm a die-hard film enthusiast with a deep appreciation for the classics. My all-time favorites? The gritty brilliance of Taxi Driver and the epic saga of The Godfather.
Movies are my escape, my inspiration, and the perfect backdrop for my life's own cinematic moments.
Teaching experience in Canada 🇨🇦
Currently Teaching at Emily Carr University & Vancouver Film School 🇨🇦
Vancouver Film School: At VFS, I taught two courses in the Digital Design program, Development Tools & Studio Accelerator This program is known for its emphasis on creativity and technical skills. My courses focused on advanced design techniques, user experience, and interaction design, preparing students for dynamic careers in the digital design industry. Click here to know more about the program.
Emily Carr University of Art & Design: At Emily Carr, I teach in the comprehensive continuing studies UX Design program. This program covers the entire design process, from research and ideation to prototyping and testing. I guide students through hands-on projects, ensuring they gain practical experience and a strong foundation in user-centred design principles. Click here to learn more about the program.
List of courses I teach:
1. Business value of UXD
2. Future of UXD
3. Rapid Prototyping
4. Studio Accelerator
5. Fundamentals of UXD