Apoorva Goyal | Portfolio

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Hi, I’m Apoorva, and creativity has always been a part of who I am.

Long before I called myself a designer, I was the kid building classroom notice boards, sketching ideas, and making handmade birthday cards for people I loved. Creating things for others always felt natural to me, and I have always believed we learn best through experimentation, building and iterating.

Although I chose engineering as my formal path, creativity never left. During university, I led the art club for two years, helping transform campus spaces through graffiti, installations, and community art.

Mentorship later introduced me to graphic design and opened a door I had not fully seen before. What began as curiosity gradually shifted my path from software engineering toward design, much of it through self learning and exploration.

Over time I found the intersection of my engineering mindset and creativity in product design. Exploring visual design, motion, branding, and UX shaped me into a design generalistwho enjoys working across disciplines while keeping people at the center.

Along the way, I have always believed in being resilientand adaptable, sharing what I learn with others and taking ownership of my own path as it continues to evolve.

Today I am pursuing my Master’s in Human Centered Design and Engineering at the University of Washington, continuing to design thoughtful systems and meaningful experiences.

At the heart of it all, I simply love creating things that make people feel something.

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Work That Leaves a Mark

Beyond the screen, channeling my skills into healthcare equity, student engagement, and teaching underprivileged kids.

The Work I Did

Partnered with the Director and COO of the Office of Healthcare Equity at UW Medicine to research barriers to care. Led 12 focus group interviews with 72+ patients, staff, and community members, creating space for honest conversations that surveys rarely capture.

UW Medicine - Advancing Healthcare Equity

The Work I Did

Partnered with the Director and COO of the Office of Healthcare Equity at UW Medicine to research barriers to care. Led 12 focus group interviews with 72+ patients, staff, and community members, creating space for honest conversations that surveys rarely capture.

The Work I Did

Worked with UW's Engagement team to connect students and alumni through outreach, maintained community records, and shared scholarships and program updates. Also reached out directly to alumni to raise funds that support students financially.

UW Student Engagement Ambassador - Strengthening the UW Community

The Work I Did

Worked with UW's Engagement team to connect students and alumni through outreach, maintained community records, and shared scholarships and program updates. Also reached out directly to alumni to raise funds that support students financially.

The Work I Did

Served as General Secretary of Zarurat at JECRC University, coordinating 30+ volunteers who taught 150+ children from underserved communities after college hours. Sessions covered basic math, reading, and everyday skills in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.

Zarurat - Education Initiative for Underserved Children

The Work I Did

Served as General Secretary of Zarurat at JECRC University, coordinating 30+ volunteers who taught 150+ children from underserved communities after college hours. Sessions covered basic math, reading, and everyday skills in a welcoming, low-pressure environment.

Experience

Roles I’ve Loved Working In