Anshuman Dhar
About Anshuman Dhar
Anshuman Dhar is a Senior UX Designer 2 currently working at Beyond in Seattle, Washington. He has a Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction and Design from the University of Washington and has held various design roles across multiple organizations, including co-founding Cmd+J and working at Samsung.
Work at Beyond
Anshuman Dhar currently serves as a Senior UX Designer 2 at Beyond, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on user experience design, contributing to various projects that enhance digital interfaces. Prior to this current position, he worked at Beyond as a Senior UX Designer from 2022 to 2024, where he gained valuable experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Anshuman Dhar holds a Master of Human-Computer Interaction and Design from the University of Washington, which he completed in 2022. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Chemical Engineering with a Minor in Design from the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, graduating in 2020. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in design principles and user experience methodologies.
Background
Anshuman Dhar has a diverse professional background in user experience design and leadership. He co-founded Cmd+J, where he worked from 2019 to 2021. His experience also includes roles at Samsung as a UX Designer and UX Design Intern, as well as positions at Techniche, IIT Guwahati, where he held various design-related roles. His early education includes studies at multiple schools, culminating in a strong academic foundation.
Achievements
Anshuman Dhar has successfully led significant projects in his career. Notably, he worked on the redesign of the Times of India mobile app, which serves 70 million users globally, leading to an increase in monthly active users. Additionally, he led an end-to-end project in 2019 that achieved over 5,000 downloads within months, maintaining a retention rate of 35%. These projects highlight his capability in driving user engagement and satisfaction.
Interests and Specializations
Anshuman Dhar has a strong interest in various aspects of design, including design systems, behavioral psychology, conversational design, and digital wellbeing. He also has a passion for music, which may influence his design philosophy and approach to user experience. His interests reflect a commitment to creating user-centered designs that enhance digital interactions.