Photographed by Mary Kang
Austin, TX


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Mala Kumar is a product and experience designer with a love for research, problem-solving, craft, and making software a little kinder and more interesting.


Her focus is on creating experiences that are accessible, intuitive, and meaningful for all users. She has worked in many different domains and contexts focusing on transforming complex operational challenges into elegant digital solutions. Her work spans mobile applications, enterprise platforms, and connected experiences. Most recently she was at Reaktor North America, leading projects with JFK, Viasat, and Uniqlo, among others. She received her MFA from Parsons School of Design in Design and Technology in 2016. 

Outside of work, she is an independent artist and printmaker. In her spare time, she makes Risograph zines and other objects. She currently lives and dreams in Brooklyn, NY.

Past

Reaktor North America

Giant Machines (a Deloitte company)
Fuzz Productions (part of Monstarlab)
Temboo