Everything I've tried here, what worked, what failed, experiments with AI, and half-formed ideas.
Thejas Hassan Ravishankar is a design engineer based in Sydney. He works across product design, interaction design, creative technology, AI interfaces, branding and motion, and builds his work with AI agents like Claude Code and Cursor. A lot of what he makes is about affective design, meaning how an interface feels to use, from a greeting that changes when you come back to the site to a robot with its own Avatar State. He holds a Master of IT in Interactive Media from the University of Technology Sydney and was selected into the UTS Apple Foundation Program in 2024.
Based in Sydney, Australia. Open to full-time roles.
I'm a designer and engineer. I move between the two: shaping how an experience should feel, then building it so it's real and not just a picture of an idea.
I've designed and built across a wide range of things: products, mobile apps, websites, interactive experiences, visual identities, cover art and pitch decks. Some with teams, some independently, some for clients.
Lately, I've been exploring new possibilities within digital interaction: creative coding, AI, movement, generative systems and interactive experiences. The last year has also involved experimenting with AI agent workflows, and this site is one of the products that came out of it.
A lot of my work starts as small experiments, built simply to see what might be possible. The ones that hold up become projects, with the reasoning and decisions behind them documented along the way. The rest usually teach me something anyway.
I finished my Master of IT at the University of Technology Sydney, majoring in interactive media. The coursework ran from interaction design fundamentals through advanced studios, alongside software development, testing, and data-driven storytelling. Along the way I had the chance to meet some amazingly talented designers and professors who pushed my thinking, and pulled me into design hackathons.
In 2024 I was selected into the UTS Apple Foundation Program, a startup cohort that takes thirty people a round, and graduated with Potluckey, the case study in Works.
Another project from that time is Synesthetic Motion, a choreography tool for dance choreographers, which was shortlisted for the UTS Tech Fest product showcase.
I'm a professionally trained dancer across a few forms, and a digital illustrator and artist. Lately I've picked up making flower bouquets, I read a lot, and I'm big on staying fit.
I had the pleasure of mentoring Thejas during the Apple Foundation Program at UTS. He demonstrated exceptional team work skills, going above and beyond to ask questions and continually improve in all areas. On top of being a kind, hard-working and respectful student, he has built up strong design and coding skills that will be a huge asset anywhere!
Thejas was a standout participant in the Apple Foundation Program, demonstrating creativity, teamwork, and technical skill. His dedication and innovative mindset were evident in every project. I'm excited to see the great things he'll achieve in the future!
Mentoring Thejas during the Apple Foundation Program was an absolute pleasure. His ability to blend creativity with curiosity was truly remarkable, consistently bringing fresh perspectives to every challenge. Thejas not only embraced feedback with grace but turned it into a launchpad for growth. His enthusiasm and collaborative energy are rare qualities that will undoubtedly make him an asset to any team or project he undertakes.
I had the pleasure of mentoring TJ in coding and was continually impressed by his creativity, teamwork, and ability to quickly grasp new concepts. He excelled at collaborating with peers, contributing innovative ideas, and driving projects forward. His design and prototyping skills in Figma stood out, combining functionality with a keen eye for detail. Additionally, his energy and presentation skills made him a natural leader in group settings. TJ's talent and drive make him an invaluable asset to any team.
I had the pleasure of working alongside Thejas on a custom CRM account at Epsilon, and I was consistently impressed with his technical expertise and problem-solving skills. He excelled in understanding complex client requirements and translating them into actionable solutions, all while maintaining exceptional communication with the internal team. His proactive approach and dedication to delivering top-notch client support made him an invaluable asset to our team.
I had the pleasure of working with Thejas for over a year at Epsilon. Professionalism, adaptability and dedication are the first three words that come to mind when I reflect on my time working with him. With his expertise and diligence, our account ran smoothly, creating positive impact directly for the client. I highly recommend Thejas for his strong attention to detail, meticulous approach to tasks and the willingness to “get the job done” right and with high quality. It was a pleasure to work with Thejas and cannot wait to see all that he accomplishes in the future!
Thejas was a shining star in the production support engineering group supporting my client. His attention to detail and critical thinking gave us confidence that when he was on duty, everything would be taken care of.
There's a lot more to me than what fits here. If any of it caught your eye, or you just want to grab a coffee, I'm around.
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