Swetha Suresh🇨🇦

About Swetha Suresh

Senior UX Designer at Amazon

Hi, I am Swetha Suresh and I have 10 years experience as a UX and Product designer. Through the span of my career, I have worked in a design agency, designed digital experiences for a major US political campaign, digitized deal modeling and tracking experience for AWS and currently the lead designer for a AWS service. I can help you with: Portfolio & resume reviews, Communication with stakeholders, Design decisions Design patterns UX Ideation and more.

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Sessions with Swetha Suresh

• Coffee chat (20 min): Join me for an engaging and informal coffee chat where we will explore your career aspirations in design and product development. This session is designed to provide a relaxed atmosphere where you can openly share your thoughts and ideas about your professional journey. We will delve into your interests and goals, discussing the skills and experiences that can help shape your future. Drawing from my strengths in design and product strategy, I will offer insights and guidance tailored to your aspirations. Together, we will identify opportunities for growth and collaboration, and I will share practical tips to enhance your path in the industry. This is a great chance for you to connect, ask questions, and gain valuable perspectives that can inform your next steps. Come ready to chat about your ambitions and let's make this a meaningful conversation
• Craft Your Portfolio (45 min): In this session, we will embark on a journey to craft a standout portfolio that captures the attention of potential clients and employers. With personalized guidance, you will discover how to effectively showcase your best work while emphasizing your unique skills and talents. We will explore the art of storytelling within your portfolio, enabling you to present yourself as a creative force in your field. Throughout our time together, you will gain insights into design principles and product presentation that resonate with industry standards. This mentorship will empower you with essential tools to elevate your career, ensuring you are well-prepared to seize exciting opportunities that come your way. Join me to transform your portfolio into a powerful representation of your professional identity, ready to impress and inspire.
• Interview & Storytelling (45 min): In this engaging session, participants will delve into the art of interviewing and storytelling, two crucial skills for success in the design and product fields. The discussion will begin with an exploration of effective interview techniques, highlighting the importance of preparation and strategy in presenting oneself confidently. Attendees will then engage in interactive storytelling exercises that emphasize the power of narrative in conveying design concepts and product visions. Through real-world examples, participants will gain insights into how to weave personal experiences into compelling stories that resonate with diverse audiences. The session will also address common challenges faced during interviews, providing practical tips to navigate difficult questions and showcase one’s unique strengths. By the end of this session, attendees will leave equipped with actionable skills to enhance their interviewing prowess and harness the art of storytelling to

What mentees say

“I had such a helpful and encouraging session today reviewing my resume. Swetha brought up some really strong points I hadn’t thought about and gave very practical, actionable feedback instead of generic advice. I’m going to make the suggested tweaks and meet with her again. Feeling much more confident and clear about how to position my experience now.”

“Really great mentoring session with Swetha. Clear, professional, and straight to the point. She answered exactly what I needed and made everything easy to understand! High recommend”

“The session with Swetha was super helpful. I booked her time to a prep for my nest day's interview. She took the time to understand my interview requirements, and offered structured, professional feedback on my performance that gave me a completely new way to think about app critiques. I left with a real methodology not just surface-level tips. Thank you very much Swetha!”