Afsal CMK

Product designer

A creative ux designer based in Dubai, currently crafting experiences at Bayut & dubizzle. Formerly Head of Design at Khatabook, with prior experience at Microsoft, InMobi, Zeta, and other leading companies.

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Design Leader
& Mentor

Exceptional skill in creating meaningful and memorable ux designs.

13+ Years of
experience

More than a decade of experience in creating high-quality ux designs.

Diverse Tech
Background

Delivered ux designs across fintech, edutech, and other fast-evolving sectors.
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Work

Here are some of the interesting projects I’ve worked on. These visuals showcase the quality, simplicity, and attention to detail for crafting beautiful and functional ux designs.

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Experience

Here are some of the companies that I've worked with to develop new product experiences from scratch. I've had the opportunity to contribute to FinTech, PropTech, EduTech, HealthTech, AdTech and other tech industries.

Bayut Sr. Product Designer · MentorPropTech
Driving PropTech innovation by leading design projects that empower real estate agents, enhance property search for seekers, and support business growth.
Design LeadershipUser ResearchProduct DevelopmentTeam Mentoring
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Dubizzle Sr. Product Designer · MentorMarketplace
Leading key initiatives to refine and expand product experiences in the Online Marketplace industry. Working to make the platform more accessible and intuitive for a growing user base, including those coming online for the first time.
Design LeadershipUser ResearchProduct DevelopmentTeam Mentoring
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Khatabook Head of Design FinTech
Led a team of designers to create product experiences to reach the next billion users coming online for the first time.
Design LeadershipUser ResearchProduct DevelopmentTeam Mentoring
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InMobi Lead Product DesignerAdTech
Led the design efforts to build and launch multiple products and features for the enterprise Customer Data Platform and Audience products.
Design LeadershipTeam MentoringProduct PlanningSaaS Design
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Microsoft Product DesignerSoftware
Led the design efforts to build conversational UIs, Intelligent Answers’ for Bing and creative development for artificial‑intelligence features.
Conversational UIIntelligent AnswersAI CreativityVisual DesignInteraction Design
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Zeta Visual Design Specialist FinTech
Led the design efforts to build a new design system for Inbox & Spotlight and create a new visual language for the product experience.
Interaction DesignDesign SystemB2B & B2C DesignBrand Development
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Genius Product Designer (Part-Time)EdTech
Designed intuitive and engaging UX/UI for an educational tech platform focused on personalized learning, gamified quizzes, and interactive video-based content.
UX DesignGamificationEdTechInteractive LearningUI Design
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Housing Creative DirectorPropTech
Led a team to develop a visual language and align product experiences for the brand and communications.
Design LeadershipTeam MentoringBrand DevelopmentVisual DesignCommunications Design
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Case Studies

Explore selected case studies showcasing my design process, problem-solving approach, and the impact created across products and platforms.

Expertise

My experience across diverse industries has honed my expertise in key areas of user experience design. In addition to mastering UX, I’ve developed strong capabilities in creative direction, team leadership, and designing for emerging markets, including the next billion users (NBUs)

300+

Successful
Projects

13+

Years of
Experience

10+

Awards &
Recognition

Visual Design

With a strong foundation in artistry, I craft compelling visual languages and develop comprehensive libraries of visual assets that align with business goals and user needs.

Interaction Design

I approach interaction design by balancing user needs with business objectives, ensuring consistency and accessibility to create intuitive, purpose-driven product experiences.

Creative Direction

One of my key strengths is providing creative direction that guides teams in delivering experiences aligned with core design principles and brand standards.

Team Management

Throughout my career, I’ve led teams by tackling complex challenges and mentoring designers, helping them develop and grow within their career paths.

Design Systems

With experience in building scalable design systems, I ensure consistency across products while optimizing processes and reducing business costs.

Designing for Emerging Markets

Recently, I’ve focused on designing for new internet users, gaining insights into best practices and strategies for reaching the next billion users.

Journals

Journals exploring design principles, personal experiences, and creative ideas - each crafted to be informative, reflective, and shareable.

How Cursor AI Opens New Doors for Designers

How Cursor AI Opens New Doors for Designers

I’ve been thinking a lot about how AI tools are crossing the line from developer-only territory into the design realm. One tool in particular-Cursor AI-caught my attention. Alth...
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Great Design Comes from Space to Create

Great Design Comes from Space to Create

Design craft doesn’t happen by accident. It’s a combination of time, focus, scope, and the environment a designer works in. When any one of these is missing, the quality suffers...
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The Three Loops of Design Innovation

The Three Loops of Design Innovation

When I think about innovation in UX and product design, it’s easy to picture big launches or groundbreaking features. But real innovation rarely starts that way. It begins quiet...
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What I Learned While Mentoring Designers

What I Learned While Mentoring Designers

Mentoring designers has taught me as much as it’s taught them. Every conversation, critique, and review becomes a mirror - showing how people think, where they struggle, and wha...
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The Core Habits of Effective Design Leaders

The Core Habits of Effective Design Leaders

Design leadership is more than managing a team or delivering on deadlines. It’s about building the right culture, enabling creativity within structure, and shaping how design co...
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Design Data Needs a Human Context

Design Data Needs a Human Context

Not long ago, I built a small tool to observe how users interact with my designs. It tracked basic actions - clicks, scroll depth, hover points, and how long people spent on cer...
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Part-time work

Flexible Part-Time

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Consultation

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