My Role
I led the end-to-end UX process including user research, competitor analysis, personas, user journeys, information architecture, wireframing, high-fidelity UI design, prototyping, and usability testing.
Problem Statement
Students and professionals spend hours rewriting resumes for every application because existing tools focus on document creation rather than the entire application workflow.
Design Opportunity
How might we help job seekers personalize applications without repeatedly switching between multiple tools?
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Users don't need another resume builder.
They need personalization based on every job application.
Users lack confidence.
Many submit applications without knowing whether their resume matches the job description.
Users switch between multiple tools.
This creates unnecessary cognitive load.
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First-time applicant Goals: Land a UX internship or entry-level product design role. Pain Points: Struggles to translate coursework into professional achievements. Quote: "I just want someone to guide me on what to write and how to improve."
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Career switcher Goals: Apply to multiple jobs faster. Pain Points: Spends 1–2 hours tailoring every resume. Quote: "I want something that quickly adapts my resume without me rewriting everything."
Authentication
Problem Users expect secure access. Decision Google Sign-In Email Login Password Recovery Impact Reduced onboarding friction
Role Selection
Problem Users don't know where to begin. Decision Collect target role first. Impact Personalized recommendations.
Resume Editor
Problem Editing resumes is time-consuming. Decision AI-generated draft ATS score Before/After comparison Accept or Reject suggestions Impact Greater transparency and user control.
Live Prototype
https://dein-cv-ai.lovable.app/
What went well
Research strongly influenced the final product. The AI explanations improved transparency. Users appreciated having everything in one platform.
Challenges
Designing explainable AI recommendations. Balancing automation with user control. Prioritizing features without overwhelming users.
What I would improve
Real recruiter validation. Larger usability testing sample. Accessibility audit. Performance testing. Mobile-first version.
Deliverables
End-to-end UX case study 30+ designed screens Interactive prototype Complete onboarding flow ATS optimization workflow Job tracking experience
What Makes CVAI Different?
CVAI provides ✅ Resume Builder ✅ ATS Analysis ✅ Cover Letter ✅ Job Tracker ✅ Version History ✅ Career Coach ✅ Auto Apply
Surendar Ravi
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