Vedant Manwadkar
I'm a systems and service designer with a unique approach, rooted in my background as a musician and specialist in sensory interactions. I seek to translate complex behaviors into actionable and meaningful solutions.
My background spans projects in community-driven music revival, accessible tech for older adults, sound-based exercise, and kinetic storytelling. I care about designing things that invite reflection and create meaning.
Education
2024–Present
Master's in New Media Design
National Institute of Design
2018–2022
Srishti Manipal institute of Art, Design and Technology
Work Experience
2022–2024
Design Researcher, Icarus Nova
Conducted field and secondary research, translating complex data directly into actionable deliverables: architecting user interfaces, mapping comprehensive service journeys, and developing organizational websites and manuals.
2021
Design Research Intern, Design Flyover
Contributed key research on reward system mechanics and gamification models for user engagement; supported promotional content creation (illustration and video).
2019–2021
Sound Design Volunteer, School Ki Ghanti
Pioneered the use of audio cues and musical elements within short educational narrations to support underprivileged children's learning during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown.
2019–Present
Music Composer, Freelance
Awards and Features
2023
Project LAYA won the BIC B.Lore Grant, with the documentation film officially archived as part of their program.