About me

Hi, I’m Nate — a UX Designer with 5 years of experience creating thoughtful, intuitive digital products. Most recently, I spent 2.5 years at Capital One as a UX Designer and later Lead UX Designer on an internal supplier management platform used by over 2,000 employees. I led the design of enterprise-wide tools, collaborated closely with engineers and stakeholders, and drove improvements grounded in user research and systems thinking.
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Before UX, I spent over a decade in the entertainment industry, developing and refining stories for the screen. That background shaped how I work — with strong communication skills, creative thinking, and a deep respect for collaboration and iteration.
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I thrive on turning research into insight, and insight into elegant solutions that serve both user needs and business goals. I’m known for being a calm, thoughtful presence in complex environments and someone who brings structure and clarity to messy problems.
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When I’m not designing, I’m probably watching movies, reading short stories, or listening to podcasts. I also love building things by hand — usually lamps or furniture I have no business building. I love imagining what something could be and bringing it to life, whether that’s a digital flow or a physical object.
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Want to connect? Reach out at nathan@nathanchitayat.com or LinkedIn. I’m always down to talk design, collaboration, or which “classic” film doesn’t quite live up to the hype.