Krishna Rana is a multidisciplinary designer with extensive experience in both product design and animation. Currently serving as a UX/UI Designer at Websters, Krishna specializes in creating end-to-end digital solutions for startups. His expertise encompasses user research, interface design, wireframing, user experience (UX) design, and journey mapping.
Krishna has a rich background in product design, having held internships at YamaSciences and Ani. At Ani, he defined, conceptualized, and designed responsive, user-friendly interfaces for the startup’s mobile platform, increasing the user base by over 40%. He collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop overall product strategies, rapidly prototyped solutions, tested them with users, and implemented feedback to refine the designs. He also partnered with developers to explore the possibilities and limitations of new AI features.
Before transitioning to product design, Krishna spent over seven years in the animation industry. He worked as an animator, senior animator, and animation revision supervisor at various esteemed companies, including Brown Bag Films, Yowza! Animation Corp, Portfolio Entertainment, Big Jump Entertainment, Jam Filled, NELVANA, Copernicus Studios, and Huminah Huminah Animation. At Brown Bag Films, he led animation teams to deliver successful shows for Apple TV+ and overseas clients, showcasing his skills in communication, animation, management, leadership, and problem-solving.
Krishna’s animation credits include work for major platforms and networks such as Netflix, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Kakao TV, and Nickelodeon. His ability to solve problems using human-centered design, along with his expertise in user research, user testing, user flows, journey mapping, sketching, wire-framing, prototyping, character animation, and motion design, make him a valuable asset to any team.
In addition to his professional achievements, Krishna is also pursuing a master’s degree at the University of Toronto, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in design and innovation. His passion for exploring new opportunities and his strong appreciation for nature drive him to continually evolve and excel in his field.
Krishna Rana’s journey reflects his dedication to delivering high-quality, user-centered design solutions and his ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve outstanding results. His diverse experience in both product design and animation allows him to bring a unique perspective to his work at Websters, fostering innovation and creativity in all his projects.
“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” — Steve Jobs